BMW K 1300 GT Service Manual

BMW MotorradRider's ManualK 1300 GTThe UltimateRiding Machine

OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Manu-al will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work onthe motor

exceptional riding conditions canlead to a fault message beingissued.Exceptional ridingconditions:Heating up with the motorcycleon the centre stand or

What is the designbaseline for BMWMotorrad ASC?BMW Motorrad ASC is designedas an assistant system for therider and for use on public roads.The extent

If the front wheel lifts clear of theground under severe accelera-tion, the ASC reduces enginetorque until the front wheel re-gains contact with the g

temperature for these readingsis always 20 °C. The air linesavailable to the public in petrolstations and motorway serviceareas almost invariably show

of which can be restrictedelectro-hydraulically usinga displaceable sleeve. Themore the sleeve encloses theplastic element, the more theexpansion of t

AccessoriesAccessoriesGeneral instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Luggage . . .

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

tem is minimised, the supply tothe power socket is cut off ap-proximately 15 minutes after theignition is switched off, and it isalso temporarily inte

Maximum permissiblespeed for riding with top-case fitted to the motorcycle}180 km/hwith tank rucksackOANote the maximum permissiblepayload of the tank

Push release lever 2 down.The release lever engages.Turn the key to the LOCK pos-ition in the case lock.The case is closed.Removing the caseTurn the k

ESA Electronic SuspensionAdjustmentElectronic SuspensionAdjustment.RDCTyre pressure control(Reifendruck-Control)EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWmoto

Push handle 3 down until itengages.The case is correctly engagedon its holders.Turn the key to the LOCK pos-ition in the case lock.The case is closed.

Push release lever 2 down.The release lever engages.Turn the key to the LOCK pos-ition in the topcase lock.The topcase is locked.Removing topcaseTurn

Push handle 3 down until itengages.The topcase is correctly en-gaged on its carrier.Turn the key to the LOCK pos-ition in the topcase lock.The topcase

MaintenanceMaintenanceGeneral instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Engi

General instructionsThe Maintenance chapter de-scribes straightforward proced-ures for checking and replacingcertain wear parts.Special tightening tor

1 Extending tool holderholds all tools by means ofadapters, and for removingthe spark plug2 1/4" bitsBits of various sizes3 3/8" adapter for

Remove oil filler cap 1 by turn-ing it counter-clockwise.Use a dry cloth to wipe oil dip-stick 2 cleanSeat the oil dipstick on the oilfiller neck, but

Remove cap of oil filler neck 1by turning it counter-clockwise.Damage to the enginecan result if it is operatedwithout enough oil, but the samealso ap

Visually inspect the left andright brake pads to ascertaintheir thickness. Viewing direc-tion: Between wheel and frontsuspension toward brake cal-lipe

Visually inspect the brake padsto ascertain their thickness.Viewing direction: from theright toward brake calliper 1.Brake-pad wear limit, rearmin 1.0

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Check the brake fluid level inbrake fluid reservoir 1.The brake fluid level in thebrake fluid reservoir dropsas the brake pads wear.Brake fluid level,

Brake fluid level, rearDOT4 brake fluidDo not permit the brake fluidlevel to drop below the MINmark. (Brake-fluid reservoirhorizontal, motorcycle up-r

Do not attempt to top up thesystem with fluids of any kind.Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferablyan aut

Effect of wheel sizeon suspension-controlsystemsWheel size is very important asa parameter for the suspension-control systems ABS and ASC.In particula

Remove screws 1 on left andright.Pull the front-wheel cover for-ward to remove.Unclip the two retaining clips 1holding the ABS sensor cableto the brak

Remove screw 1 and removethe ABS sensor from its bore.Raise front of motorcycle untilthe front wheel can turn freely.BMW Motorrad recommendsthe BMW Mo

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specifiedtorque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the security of thefasteners check

Install securing screws 2 onleft and right and tighten tospecified tightening torque.Front brake caliper towheel carrier30 NmClip on the two retaining

Remove screw 1 from silencercover 2.Pull the cover to the rear toremove.Slacken bolt 3 on the clampso that the clamp can just beturned.Do not remove t

Engage first gear.Remove five bolts 1 from therear wheel, while supportingthe wheel.Lower the rear wheel to theground and roll it out to therear.Insta

General viewsGeneral viewsGeneral view, left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Handlebar fittin

Fit bolt 4 on the rear footrestand tighten to the specifiedtightening torque.Silencer to rear footrest22 NmArrange the end silencerso that the handle

Front-wheel standInstalling front-wheelstandThe BMW Motorrad frontwheel stand is not designedto support motorcycles not fittedwith a centre stand or w

If the motorcycle is on thecentre stand and is raisedtoo far, the centre stand will liftclear of the ground and the mo-torcycle could topple to one si

For the time being, ride withthe high-beam headlightswitched on.In order not to dazzle oncom-ing traffic, set the headlightbeam throw adjuster to the

Replace the defective bulb.Bulbs for the low-beamheadlightH7 / 12 V / 55 Wwith Xenon lightOED1R / 35 WBulb for high-beamheadlightH7 / 12 V / 55 WInsta

Remove left side light bulbsocket 1 by turning it anti-clockwise.Remove right side light bulbsocket 2 by turning it anti-clockwise.Remove bulb 3 from

Remove screw 1.Pull the bulb housing forwardto removeDisconnect plug 2.Turn bulb holder 3 counter-clockwise to remove it from thebulb housing.Press bu

Seat the bulb housing in thefairing.Install screw 1.Replacing brake-light,rear-light and rear-indicator bulbsMake sure the ground is leveland firm and

Press bulb 4 into socket 5 andturn it clockwise to install.Turn bulb socket 2 (indicatorbulb) or bulb socket 3 (brake-light/rear-light bulb) clockwise

fully insulated crocodile clips atboth ends.Jump-starting with a donor-battery voltage higher than12 V can damage the vehicleelectronics.Make sure tha

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pens, warranty claims will not beaccepted.If the motorcycle is to be out ofuse for more than four weeks,disconnect the battery or con-nect a suitable

Comply with the operating in-structions of the charger.If you are unable to chargethe battery through the on-board socket, you may be usinga charger t

Installation in the wrongsequence increases the riskof short-circuits.Always proceed in the correctsequence.Connect battery positive lead 2first.The c

CareCareCare products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Cleaning easily damaged compon-

Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use the cleaning andcare products you can obtainfrom your authorised BMWMotorrad dealer. The substancesin

agents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents thatcontain alcohol, solvents or ab-rasives to clean plastic parts.Even fly-remover pa

Remove stains of this kind im-mediately, using cleaning-gradebenzene or petroleum spirit on aclean cloth or ball of cotton wool.BMW Motorrad recommend

Technical dataTechnical dataTroubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145Engine . . . . .

Troubleshooting chartEngine does not start at all or is difficult to start.Possible cause RemedySide stand Retract the side stand ( 84).Gear engaged a

Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value ValidFront brake caliper to wheel car-rierM8 x 32 - 10.9 30 NmClamping bolt in wheel carrierM8 x 30 19 NmQuick-rel

General view, left side1 Clutch-fluid reservoir( 117)2 Adjuster for headlightbeam throw (underneaththe instrument cluster)( 76)3 Seat lock (underneath

Rear wheel Value ValidRear wheel to wheel flangeM10 x 1.25 x 40 tighten in diagonally opposite sequence60 NmHandlebars Value ValidHandlebar adjustment

EngineEngine design Transversely mounted, four-cylinder four-strokein-line engine tilted 55° forward, with four valvesper cylinder, two overhead camsh

FuelRecommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus unleaded95 ROZ/RON, Premium unleaded (fuel grade, us-able with power- and consumption-related rest

ClutchClutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bathTransmissionGearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox, integrated into en-gine blockGearbox trans

Rear-wheel driveType of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gearsType of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy singleswinging arm with tw

Rear wheelType of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy singleswinging arm with two joints and torque reactionlinkType of rear suspensio

BrakesType of front brake Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-pis-ton fixed calipers and floating brake discsBrake-pad material, front Sinte

Tyre pressureTyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre coldTyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, one-up, tyre co

LightingBulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 WBulbs for the low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 Wwith Xenon lightOED1R / 35 WBulb for parking lig

DimensionsLength of motorcycle 2318 mmHeight of motorcycle 1438 mm, To windscreen at DIN unladen weightWidth of motorcycle 982 mm, Across casesFront-s

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Riding specificationsTop speed >200 km/h10156zTechnical data

ServiceServiceBMW Motorrad service . . . . . . . . . . . . 158BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . 158BMW Motorrad Service Card: on-the-spot breakdo

BMW Motorrad serviceAdvanced technology requiresspecially adapted methods ofmaintenance and repair.If maintenance and re-pair work is performed in-exp

down, contact the Mobile Serviceorganisation of BMW Motorrad.The specialists will provide thenecessary advice and assistance.You will find important c

Confirmation of maintenance workBMW Pre-deliveryCheckCompletedonStamp, signatureBMW Running-inCheckCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the lates

BMW ServiceCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if logged beforehand,Odometer readingStamp, signatureBMW ServiceCompletedonOdomet

BMW ServiceCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if logged beforehand,Odometer readingStamp, signatureBMW ServiceCompletedonOdomet

BMW ServiceCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if logged beforehand,Odometer readingStamp, signatureBMW ServiceCompletedonOdomet

BMW ServiceCompletedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if logged beforehand,Odometer readingStamp, signatureBMW ServiceCompletedonOdomet

Confirmation of serviceThe table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessoriesand, if appropriate,

General view, right side1 Fuel filler neck ( 90)2 Battery compartment( 137)3 Brake-fluid reservoir, front( 113)4 Storage compartment( 77)5 Vehicle ide

Item OdometerreadingDate11166zService

AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABSEngineering details, 94Self-diagnosis, 85Warnings, 36Anti-theft alarmTelltale light, 20Warnings, 45ASCControl, 14Engin

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever, 69Checking fluid level, 117Checking operation, 117Fluid reservoir, 11Technical data, 149Confirmation of maintenancework,

Left handlebar fitting, 14Left side of motorcycle, 11Multifunction display, 24Right handlebar fitting, 16Right side of motorcycle, 13Underneath the se

MirrorsAdjusting, 71MotorcycleLaying up, 142Parking, 89Restoring to use, 142Multifunction display, 20Adjust the dimmer, 55Overview, 24OOdometer and tr

Steering lockLocking, 52Storage compartment, 13Stowage compartment, 77TTechnical dataBattery, 153Brakes, 152Bulbs, 154Clutch, 149Dimensions, 155Electr

With RDC, 40Warnings, overview, 29, 35, 37,39, 42, 46WeightsPayload table, 19Technical data, 155WheelsChange of size, 119Checking rims, 118Installing

Handlebar fitting, left1 High-beam headlight andheadlight flasher ( 60)2 with cruise control sys-temOECruise control system con-trol ( 66)3 Hazard war

9 Operating the odometer( 53)with on-board com-puterOEOperating the on-boardcomputer ( 55)215zGeneral views

Motorcycle data/dealership detailsMotorcycle dataModelVehicle identification numberColour codeDate of first registrationRegistration numberDealership

Handlebar fitting, right1 with heated handlebargripsOEGrip heating control( 62)2 with seat heatingOEFront seat heating control( 63)3 Emergency off swi

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Underneath the seat1 Rider's Manual2 Payload table (at the bot-tom of the rider's manual)3 Table of tyre pressures4 Brake-fluid reservoir, r

Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Telltale lights ( 24)3 Rev. counter4 Anti-theft alarm telltale light(OE, see the instructionsfor use of the anti-thef

The instrument-clusterlighting has automatic dayand night switchover.221zGeneral views

Headlight1 Side light2 Low-beam headlight3 High-beam headlight222zGeneral views

Status indicatorsStatus indicatorsStandard status indicators . . . . . . . . . . 24Status indicators with on-boardcomputer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Standard statusindicatorsMultifunction display1 Fuel capacity ( 24)2 Gear indicator ( 24)3 Coolant temperature( 24)4 Clock ( 53)5 Odometer6 Trip meter

next service is shown briefly afterthe Pre-Ride Check completes.The month and year are shownaccompanied by the wordingSERVICE. In this example, thedis

Details described or illustratedin this booklet may differ fromthe motorcycle's actual specifica-tion as purchased, the accessor-ies fitted or th

Status indicatorswith tyre-pressuremonitoring (RDC)Display option 1with tyre pressure monitoring(RDC)OEwithout on-board computerOE1 with tyre pressure

Status indicators withseat heatingwith seat heatingOE1 Display of the heatingstages ( 63)Telltale light with cruisecontrolwith cruise control systemOE

The possible warnings are listedon the next page.328zStatus indicators

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningLights up yellowEWS ! Appears onthe displayElectronic immobiliser active ( 31)Lights up yel

Telltale lights Status indicators MeaningLights up yellow Appears on the dis-playBulbs defective ( 34)330zStatus indicators

Electronic immobiliseractiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.EWS ! appears on the display.Possible cause:The key being used is not au-thorised for st

Engine in emergency-operation modeGeneral warning light showsyellow.Engine symbol appears onthe display.The engine is running inemergency operating mo

Insufficient battery chargecurrentGeneral warning light showsred.Battery symbol appears onthe display.A discharged battery canrender various systems u

Bulbs defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.Bulb symbol with two ar-rows appears on the dis-play.A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk becau

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningOil ! Appearson the displayEngine-oil level too low ( 36)Appears on the dis-playAmbient-tem

The most important data for a filling-station stop can be found in the following chart:FuelRecommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus un-leaded95

Engine-oil level too lowOil ! appears on the display.Oil-level symbol appears onthe display.Possible cause:The electronic oil-level sensorhas register

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningFlashesABS self-diagnosis not completed( 38)Lights upABS fault ( 38)337zStatus indicators

ABS self-diagnosis notcompletedABS warning light flashes.Possible cause:The ABS function is notavailable, because self-diagnosis did not complete. The

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningQuick-flashes ASC intervention ( 40)Slow-flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( 40)Lights u

ASC interventionASC warning light quick-flashes.The ASC has detected a degreeof instability at the rear wheeland has intervened to reducetorque. The w

Warning symbol 2 indicates acritical tyre pressure; the corres-ponding reading flashes.If the critical value is close to thelimit of the permissible t

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningLights up yellow Appears on the dis-playTyre pressure close to limit of permittedtolerance

Tyre pressure closeto limit of permittedtoleranceGeneral warning light showsyellow.Tyre symbol appears onthe display.The critical tyre pressure flashe

Possible cause:The motorcycle has not yet ac-celerated past the threshold ofapproximately 30 km/h. TheRDC sensors do not start trans-mitting signals u

Battery of tyre-pressuresensor weakGeneral warning light showsyellow.RDC appears on the display.Battery symbol appears onthe display.This error messag

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

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningAppears on the dis-playAnti-theft alarm battery weak ( 47)Lights up yellow Appears on the d

Anti-theft alarm batteryweakDWA appears on the display.Battery symbol appears onthe display.This error message appearsonly briefly after the pre-ride

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OperationOperationIgnition switch and steering lock . . . . 51Electronic immobiliser (EWS) . . . . . . . 52Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79450zOperation

Ignition switch andsteering lockKeysYou receive two master keys andone spare key. Please consultthe information on the electronicimmobiliser (EWS) if

Lock the handlebarsIf the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface ofthe ground will determine wheth-er it is better to turn the handle-bars to the

Replacement and extrakeysYou can obtain replacement/extrakeys only through an authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer. The keysare part of an integrated secur-i

The display starts with the cur-rent value and each time the but-ton is pressed it moves one stepthrough the following sequence:Tripmeter 1 (Trip I)Tr

Residual rangewithout on-board computerOEThe residual-range readout 1 in-dicates how far you can ride withthe fuel remaining in the tank.This reading

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

Press button 1.The display starts with the cur-rent value and each time the but-ton is pressed it moves one stepthrough the following sequence:Ambient

A special average-consumptionfigure is used to calculate range;this figure is not necessarily thesame as the value you can callup for viewing on the d

the corresponding amount of fuelused.Reset the averageconsumptionSwitch on the ignition.Select average speed.Press and hold down button 1.Average cons

Tyre pressuremonitoring RDCwith tyre pressure monitoring(RDC)OEViewing tyre-pressurereadingsSwitch on the ignition.Repeatedly press button 1, un-til t

on for longer than absolutelynecessary.Low-beam headlightThe low-beam headlight switcheson automatically when you startthe engine.When the engine is n

Turn indicatorsOperating turn indicatorsPush turn-indicator button 1 tothe left.Left-hand turn indicatorsswitched on.Telltale light for left-hand turn

The hazard warning flasherscontinue to operate.Left and right turn indicatortelltale lights are off.Switch off the hazardwarning flashersPress button

The increase in power con-sumption caused by thegrip heating can drain the bat-tery if you are riding at low en-gine speeds. If the charge levelis low

Seat heating can be ac-tivated only when the en-gine is running. If the engine isswitched off, seat heating mustbe reactivated once the engine isswitc

Indicator in multifunctiondisplayThe symbols shown below ap-pear on the display to indicatewhich heating stage has beenselected:Front seat, 50 % heati

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Handlebars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Activating ASC functionPress and hold down ASC but-ton 1.ASC warning light goes out;if self-diagnosis has notcompleted the ASC warning lightstarts fla

Step-by-step accelerationBriefly push button 2 towardsthe front.Speed is increased by approx.2 km/h each time you push thebutton, and the new setting

Stepless decelerationPush and hold button 2 to-wards the back.The motorcycle deceleratessteplessly.Release button 2.The motorcycle maintains yourcurre

Seat heightAdjusting seat heightRemove the front seat ( 78).Pull seat-height adjuster 1 tothe limit position.Push the seat height adjusterfully forwar

Attempting to adjust theclutch lever while riding themotorcycle can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust theclutch lever unless the motor-cycle

HandlebarsAdjustable handlebarsHandlebars 1 are height-ad-justable. If you want to have thehandlebars adjusted consult aspecialist workshop, preferabl

Adjusting spring preloadwhile the motorcycle is be-ing ridden can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust springpreload unless the motorcycle isat

If you want a harder dampingcharacteristic, turn adjustingscrew 1 in the direction indic-ated by the H arrow.If you want a softer dampingcharacteristi

Calling up settingsSwitch on the ignition.Press button 1.The current setting isdisplayed.The reading remains visible fora few seconds before disap-pea

The display field starts at thecurrent status and cycles throughthe following sequence:One-upOne-up with luggageTwo-up (with luggage)The setting shown

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152Wheels and tyres. . . . . . . . . . 152Electrics . . . .

Commercially available ad-hesive tape will damage theplastic lens of the light.Consult a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad deal

Stowage compartmentOperating the stowagecompartmentUse the ignition key to turnlock barrel 1 to right angleswith the forward direction oftravel.Lock o

Pull the seat to the rear to re-lease it from its holders.Place the seat, upholsteredside down, on a clean surface.Remove the front seatRemove the rea

sure that the seat is correctlylocated.Installing rear seat ( 79).Installing rear seatInstalling front seat ( 78).with seat heatingOEConnect plug 2.Sl

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RidingRidingSafety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Starting . .

Safety instructionsRider's equipmentDo not ride without the correctclothing. Always wear:HelmetMotorcycling jacket andtrousersGlovesBootsThis app

Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned fuelto enter the catalytic converter,there is a danger of overheatingand damage.For this reason, obser

ChecklistUse the following checklist tocheck important functions, set-tings and wear limits before youride off.BrakesBrake-fluid levels, front and rea

At ambient temperatures below0 °C, disengage the clutch afterswitching on the ignition.The start attempt is auto-matically interrupted if bat-tery vol

General instructionsGeneral instructionsOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . .

Possible national variant ofthe ABS warning light.Phase 2Test of the wheel sensors asthe motorcycle pulls away fromrest.ABS warning light flashes.Poss

Running inThe first 1000 kmWhile running in the motor-cycle, vary the throttle openingand engine-speed range fre-quently.Try to do most of your rid-in

makes the best possible useof the dynamic increase in loadat the front wheel. Rememberto pull the clutch at the sametime. In the "panic braking s

moisture on the discs or brakepads.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the brakes have beencleaned.Parking yourmotorcyclePlacing motorcycle onside stan

Sit on the motorcycle and useyour left foot to retract the sidestand.Placing motorcycle oncentre standIf the ground is soft or un-even, there is no gu

Fuel can attack the materialof the windscreen, whichbecomes dull or unsightly.Wipe off the windscreen immedi-ately if it comes into contact withfuel.L

Securing motorcyclefor transportationMake sure that all compon-ents that might come into con-tact with straps used to securethe motorcycle are adequat

Engineering detailsEngineering detailsBrake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Electronic engine m

Brake system withBMW Motorrad IntegralABSPartially integral brakesYour motorcycle is equipped withpartially integral brakes. Bothfront and rear brakes

ing force accordingly to achieveoptimum braking.What feedback does therider receive from theBMW Motorrad IntegralABS?If the ABS system has to reducebr