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Rider's Manual (US Model)
C 600 Sport
BMW Motorrad
The Ultimate
Riding Machine
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Motorcycle/Retailer Data
Motorcycle data
Model
Vehicle identification number
Color number
First registration
Registration number
Retailer Data
Contact in Service
Ms./Mr.
Phone number
Retailer's address/phone number (company stamp)
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Welcome to BMW
We congratulate you on your
choice of a Maxi-Scooter from
BMW and welcome you to the
community of BMW riders.
Please read this Rider's Manual
carefully before starting to use
your new Maxi-Scooter. It contains important information on
operation that enables you to
make the best possible use of all
your Scooter's technical features.
In addition, it contains information on maintenance and care to
help you maintain your vehicle's
reliability and safety, as well as its
value.
If you have any questions concerning the Maxi-Scooter communication system, your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer is
always happy to provide you with
advice and assistance.
We hope that you enjoy your
BMW Maxi-Scooter and wish you
a safe and pleasant journey.
BMW Motorrad.
01 41 8 544 237
*01418544237*
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Table of Contents
You can also consult the index at
the end of this Rider's Manual if
you want to find a particular topic
or item of information.
1 General instructions .... 5
Overview . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6
Abbreviations and
symbols . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical data .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Notice concerning current sta-
tus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 Overviews . .. .. .. .. . . . . . . . 9
General view, left side . . . . . . . 11
General view, right side . . . . . 13
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 14
Multifunction switch,
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3 Status indicators ....... 19
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 20
Warning and indicator
lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Distance covered since the
fuel reached the reserve
level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Ambient temperature. . . . . . . . 23
Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . 23
Oil level indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . 24
4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Steering and ignition
lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Time and date .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Hazard warning flashers . . . . . 42
Emergency-off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 43
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Storage compartments . . . . . . 46
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5 Riding .. .. .. .. .. . . . . . . . . . . 51
Safety instructions .. . . . . . . . . 52
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Scooter Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Securing vehicle for trans-
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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6 Technology in
detail .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Brake system with BMW
Motorrad ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Tire Pressure Control TPC/
RDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
7 Accessories . .. .. .. . . . . . . 69
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 70
Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Topcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Scooter lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 76
Standard tool kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
BMW Motorrad front wheel
stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Lamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Fairings and Panels . . . . . . . 102
9 Care .................... 105
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Washing your vehicle . . . . . . 106
Cleaning sensitive vehicle
parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Protective wax coating . . . . 108
Scooter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Scooter Returning to
use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
10 Technical data . . . . . . 109
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 110
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 111
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 114
Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . 116
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 117
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Dimensions .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Riding specifications . . . . . . 120
11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Reporting safety
defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
BMW Motorrad Service . . . 123
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 123
Confirmation of mainte-
nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Confirmation of service . . . . 130
12 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
13 Index . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 135
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General instructions
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Notice concerning current status . . . . 7
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Overview
1
Chapter 2 of this Rider's Manual will provide you with an initial
6
overview of your Maxi-Scooter.
All maintenance and repair work
carried out on your vehicle will
be documented in Chapter 11.
Proof of the maintenance work
performed is a prerequisite for
generous treatment of claims.
When the time comes to sell
your Scooter, please remember
to hand over this Rider's Manual;
it is an important part of your vehicle.
Abbreviations and
z
General instructions
symbols
Indicates warnings that
must be complied - for
reasons of your safety and the
safety of others, and to protect
your motorcycle against damage.
Special information on op-
erating and inspecting your
motorcycle as well as maintenance and adjustment procedures.
Indicates the end of an
item of information.
Instruction.
Result of an activity.
Reference to a page with
more detailed information.
Indicates the end of accessory or equipmentdependent information.
Tightening torque.
Technical data.
OE Optional equipment
BMW Motorrad optional
extras are already completely installed during
motorcycle production.
OA Optional accessory
BMW optional accessories can be purchased
and installed at your authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.
TPC/
Tire Pressure Control
RDC
(TPC).
Electronic immobilizer.
EWS
DWA
Anti-theft alarm.
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Equipment
When you ordered your MaxiScooter, you chose various items
of custom equipment. This Rider's Manual describes optional
equipment (OE) offered by BMW
and selected optional accessories
(OA). This explains why the manual may also contain descriptions
of equipment which you have not
ordered. Please note, too, that
your vehicle might not be exactly
as illustrated in this manual on
account of country-specific differences.
If your Scooter is equipped with
options or accessories not described in this Rider's Manual,
then this equipment is described
in separate operating instructions.
Technical data
All dimensions, weights and outputs in the Rider's Manual refer
to the Deutsches Institut für Normung e. V. (DIN) and comply with
its tolerance regulations. Versions for individual countries may
differ.
Notice concerning current status
The high safety and quality
standards of BMW Scooters
are maintained by constant
development work on designs,
equipment and accessories.
Because of this, your vehicle
may differ from the information
supplied in the Rider's Manual. In
addition, BMW Motorrad cannot
guarantee the total absence
of errors. We hope you will
appreciate that no claims can be
entertained on the basis of the
data, illustrations or descriptions
in this manual.
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Overviews
General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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2
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General view, left side
1 Brake-fluid reservoir for
rear brake ( 83)
2 Fuel fill location (under
cover) ( 58)
3 Adjusting spring preload
( 47)
4 Engine oil fill location and
oil dipstick (under step
plate) ( 76)
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2
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General view, right side
1 Brake-fluid reservoir for
front brake ( 82)
2 Type plate (on the right of
the head tube)
3 Battery (under fairing side
panel) ( 100)
Fuses (under fairing side
panel) ( 92)
4 Vehicle Identification Num-
ber (on right frame tube)
5 Coolant level indicator
(through cutout in fairing
side panel) ( 83)
6 Coolant expansion tank
(under step plate support)
( 84)
7 with seat heating
Operating passenger seat
heater ( 44)
OE
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Multifunction switch,
2
left
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1 Operation of high-beam
headlight and headlight
flasher ( 41)
2 Using hazard warning
flashers ( 42)
3 Turn indicators ( 42)
4 Horn
5 INFO, operation of onboard
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computer ( 40)
6 TRIP, operation of odome-
ter ( 40)
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Multifunction switch, right
1 with heated handlebar
2 with seat heating
3 Emergency-off switch (kill
4 Starter button ( 54)
OE
grips
Heated hand grip ( 43)
Operation of seat heating
( 44)
switch) ( 43)
OE
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Cockpit
2
1 Speedometer
2 Multifunction display
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z
Overviews
( 20)
3 Windshield adjustment
( 46)
4 Tank cover release (inte-
grated in steering and ignition lock) ( 58)
5 Seat release (integrated in
steering and ignition lock)
( 49)
6 Storage compartment
( 46)
Outlet (in the storage compartment) ( 70)
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Underneath seat
1 Rider's Manual (US Model)
2 Onboard tool kit ( 76)
3 Payload table
4 Tire inflation pressure table
5 Release of rear storage
compartment (BMW Flexcase) ( 47)
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2
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Status indicators
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . . . 21
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Distance covered since the fuel
reached the reserve level . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Oil level indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Multifunction display
3
1 Fuel fill level indicator
2 with seat heating
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Display of set seat heating
level ( 44)
3 Text field for warnings
( 24)
4 Warning symbols ( 24)
5 Odometer ( 40)
Service display ( 22)
Display of mileage driven
since reaching reserve
quantity ( 23)
6 Cargo area opened
( 47)
7 Tachometer
8 Onboard computer dis-
plays ( 40)
9 Clock ( 39)
10 with heated handlebar
OE
grips
Display of set heated handlebar grip level ( 43)
OE
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Warning and indicator lamps
1 Indicator lamp for left turn
indicator
2 General warning light
( 24)
3 Anti-theft alarm indicator
light (see anti-theft alarm
operating instructions)
4 Indicator lamp for right turn
indicator
5 ABS warning lamp ( 30)
6 Fuel-reserve warning lamp
( 29)
7 Warning light for engine
electronics ( 29)
8 Headlight high beam indi-
cator lamp
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Service display
3
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If the time remaining until the
next service will elapse within
one month, the service date 1
appears briefly following the preride check. In this example the
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display means "July, 2013."
display. The "Service" message
is displayed continuously.
If the service display
appears more than a month
before the service date, the
stored date must be adjusted
in the instrument cluster. This
situation can occur if the battery
was disconnected.
If the vehicle covers high annual
mileages then shorter service intervals may be required. When
the odometer reading for the recalculated early service falls to
within 621 miles (1000 km), the
remaining miles (kilometers) 2
are counted down in 62-mile
(100-km) increments and briefly
displayed following the pre-ride
check.
When a service date
elapses without service, the
universal warning lamp lights up
in yellow, appearing together with
the date and mileage (kilometer)
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Distance covered since the fuel reached the reserve level
After reaching the fuel reserve
quantity, the kilometers covered
since this point in time are indicated 1 with the 2 symbol. This
odometer is reset and no longer
appears as soon as the tank is
refueled to a level higher than the
reserve level.
Ambient temperature
When ambient temper-
atures drop below 37°F
(3°C) the temperature display
responds by flashing a warning
indicating possible ice formation
on the road surface. The display
automatically switches from any
other mode to the temperature
reading when the temperature
drops below this threshold for
the first time.
Tire inflation pressures
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
OE
The displayed tire inflation pressures refer to a tire temperature
of 68 °F (20 °C). The figure on
the left side 1 indicates the front
tire's inflation pressure, while the
figure on the right 2 shows the
inflation pressure in the rear tire.
Immediately after switching on
the ignition, "--:--" is displayed, as the transfer of the inflation pressure values does not
begin until a speed of 19 mph
(30 km/h) is exceeded for the first
time.
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If the general warning
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light 4 flashes red and if
the symbol 3 is also displayed,
then a warning indicator is
concerned. The upper arrow
next to the tire symbol indicates
a problem at the front wheel,
and the lower arrow indicates a
problem at the rear wheel.
Additional information on the
BMW Motorrad Tire Pressure
Monitor is provided starting on
page ( 66).
Oil level indicator
The oil level indicator 1 provides
information on the oil level in the
engine. It can only be displayed
when the vehicle is stopped.
The conditions for the oil level
indicator are as follows:
Engine at operating temperature.
Engine idling for at least ten
seconds.
Side-stand retracted.
Scooter is positioned vertically.
The possible displays at position 2 mean:
OK: Oil level correct.
CHECK: Check oil level during
next refueling stop.
---: No measurement possible
(above-mentioned conditions not
met).
If the oil level is too low,
the corresponding warning
symbol is displayed.
Warning indicators
Display
Warnings are displayed with the
corresponding warning lamps.
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Warnings for which no separate
warning lamp is provided are signaled by the universal warning
lamp 1 and are accompanied by
a warning notice such as 2 or the
warning symbol 3 in the multifunction display. The universal
warning lamp lights up in either
red or yellow depending on the
urgency of the warning.
If several warnings are active, all
corresponding warning lamps and
warning symbol are displayed;
warnings appear alternately.
The following page contains a list
of potential warnings.
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Overview of warning indicators
3
Warning and indicator
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lamps
Lights up yellow
Lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 29)
Warning symbols in the
display
EWS! is indicated
Meaning
Electronic immobilizer is active ( 29)
appears on the display
Lights up yellow appears on the dis-
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Flashes
Lights up
Lights up yellow
play
OIL CHECK is
indicated
+ LAMP! is displayed
Engine in emergency-operation mode
( 29)
Engine oil level too low ( 29)
ABS self-diagnosis not completed
( 30)
ABS error ( 30)
Tail light defective ( 30)
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Warning and indicator
lamps
Lights up yellow
Lights up yellow
Lights up yellow appears on the dis-
Flashes red appears on the dis-
Flashes red appears on the dis-
Warning symbols in the
display
+ LAMP! is displayed
+ LAMP! is displayed
play
appears on the display
play
The critical tire
inflation pressure
flashes
play
The critical tire
inflation pressure
flashes
Meaning
Headlight bulb defective ( 30)
Taillight and headlight bulb defective
( 31)
Rear storage compartment opened
( 31)
Ice warning ( 31)
Front tire inflation pressure is outside
approved range ( 31)
Rear tire inflation pressure is outside approved range ( 32)
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Warning and indicator
3
lamps
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Flashes red appears on the dis-
Lights up yellow appears on the dis-
Lights up yellow
Lights up yellow
Warning symbols in the
display
play
tire inflation pressures flash
"--" or "--:-- "
is indicated
play
"--" or "--:-- "
is indicated
RDC! is indicated
DWA! is indicated
DWA! is indicated
Meaning
Tire inflation pressure of both tires is
outside approved range ( 33)
Transmission error ( 33)
Sensor defective or system error
( 34)
Battery of tire-inflation pressure sensor
weak ( 34)
Anti-theft alarm battery low charge
( 35)
Anti-theft alarm battery discharged
( 35)
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Electronic immobilizer is
active
General warning light shows
yellow.
EWS! is indicated.
Possible cause:
The key being used is not autho-
rized for starting, or communication between the key and engine
electronics is disrupted.
Remove other ignition keys
located on the ignition key.
Use the reserve key.
Have the defective key replaced, preferably by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Fuel down to reserve
Fuel reserve symbol lights
up.
Fuel shortage can lead to
engine misfires. This can
result in unexpected engine deactivation (accident hazard) and
damage to the catalytic converter.
Do not drive to the extent that
the fuel tank is completely
empty.
Possible cause:
At the most, the fuel tank still
contains the reserve fuel quantity.
Fuel reserve
Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx.
3 l)
Refueling ( 58).
Engine in emergencyoperation mode
Engine symbol appears on
the display.
The engine is in the emer-
gency operating mode. Unusual engine response is a possibility.
Adapt your style of riding accord-
ingly. Avoid accelerating sharply
and overtaking.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has di-
agnosed a fault. In exceptional
cases, the engine stops and can
no longer be started. Otherwise,
the engine runs in the emergency operating mode.
Continued driving is possible,
however the accustomed engine performance may not be
available.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at a specialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Engine oil level too low
General warning light shows
yellow.
Oil level symbol appears on
the display.
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OIL CHECK is indicated.
Possible cause:
3
The electronic oil level sensor
30
has detected a low engine oil
level. Check the engine-oil level
with the dipstick the next time
you stop to refuel:
Checking engine oil level
( 76).
If oil level is too low:
Top up engine oil.
ABS self-diagnosis not
completed
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ABS warning lamp flashes.
Possible cause:
The self-diagnosis routine was
not completed; the ABS function is not available. The Scooter
must reach a speed of at least
3.1 mph (5 km/h) before the
ABS self-diagnosis routine can
be completed.
Ride off slowly. It must be
noted that the ABS function
is not available until the selfdiagnosis has been completed.
ABS error
ABS warning lamp lights
up.
Possible cause:
The ABS control unit has de-
tected an error. The ABS function is not available.
Continued driving is possible
while taking the failed ABS
function into account. Observe
additional information on situations which can lead to an ABS
error ( 65).
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at a specialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Tail light defective
General warning light shows
yellow.
+ LAMP! is displayed.
Possible cause:
Taillight defective
The diode taillight must be replaced. Please contact a specialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Headlight bulb defective
General warning light shows
yellow.
+ LAMP! is displayed.
A defective bulb places
your safety at risk because
it is easier for other users to not
see the Scooter.
Replace defective bulbs as
soon as possible; always carry a
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complete set of spare bulbs if
possible.
Possible cause:
Low-beam headlight or high-
beam headlight defective.
Replacing low-beam and highbeam bulb ( 93).
Possible cause:
Parking light defective.
Replacing parking light bulb
( 94).
Taillight and headlight
bulb defective
General warning light shows
yellow.
+ LAMP! is displayed.
Possible cause:
The taillight and a headlight bulb
are defective.
See the fault descriptions
above.
Rear storage
compartment opened
General warning light shows
yellow.
The storage compartment
is displayed.
Possible cause:
The storage compartment under
the seat is opened.
Accident hazard due to
open storage compartment
while riding!
If this warning appears while riding, stop as soon as possible and
check the locking of the storage
compartment.
Do not ride with an open storage
compartment!
Close storage compartment.
Ice warning
Ice crystal symbol appears
on the display.
Possible cause:
The ambient temperature mea-
sured at the vehicle is lower than
37 °F (3 °C).
The ice warning does not
mean that there is no risk
of black ice forming at measured
temperatures above 37 °F (3 °C).
At low outside temperatures,
black ice must especially be expected on bridges and in shady
road areas.
Think well ahead when driving.
Front tire inflation
pressure is outside
approved range
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
played.
OE
General warning light
flashes red.
Tire symbol with arrow
pointing upward is dis-
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The critical tire-inflation pressure
flashes.
3
Possible cause:
32
The measured front tire inflation
pressure is outside the permissible tolerance.
Check tire for damage and
drivability.
If it is still possible to drive with
tire:
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure result in poorer handling of the Scooter.
Always adapt your driving style
to the incorrect tire inflation
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pressure.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
next opportunity.
Before adjusting the tire in-
flation pressure, observe
the information on temperature
compensation and on inflation
pressure adjustment in the chapter "Technology in detail".
Have the tire checked for damage by a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
If you are unsure about the drivability of the tire:
Do not continue driving.
Inform roadside service.
Rear tire inflation
pressure is outside
approved range
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
played.
The critical tire-inflation pressure
flashes.
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General warning light
flashes red.
Tire symbol with arrow
pointing downward is dis-
Possible cause:
The measured rear tire inflation
pressure is outside the permissible tolerance.
Check tire for damage and
drivability.
If it is still possible to drive with
tire:
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure result in poorer handling of the Scooter.
Always adapt your driving style
to the incorrect tire inflation
pressure.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
next opportunity.
Before adjusting the tire in-
flation pressure, observe
the information on temperature
compensation and on inflation
pressure adjustment in the chapter "Technology in detail".
Have the tire checked for damage by a specialized workshop,
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preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
If you are unsure about the drivability of the tire:
Do not continue driving.
Inform roadside service.
Tire inflation pressure
of both tires is outside
approved range
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
ward is displayed.
Tire inflation pressures flash.
Possible cause:
The measured tire inflation pressure of both tires is outside the
permissible tolerance.
OE
General warning light
flashes red.
Tire symbol with arrows
pointing upward and down-
Check tire for damage and
drivability.
Are the tires still suitable for driving:
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure result in poorer handling of the Scooter.
Always adapt your driving style
to the incorrect tire inflation
pressure.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
next opportunity.
Before adjusting the tire in-
flation pressure, observe
the information on temperature
compensation and on inflation
pressure adjustment in the chapter "Technology in detail".
Have the tire checked for damage by a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
If you are unsure about the drivability of the tires:
Do not continue driving.
Inform roadside service.
Transmission error
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
"--" or "--:-- " is indicated.
Possible cause:
The vehicle's speed has not exceeded the threshold of approx.
19 mph (30 km/h). The TPC/
RDC sensors do not send their
signal until after this speed has
been exceeded for the first time
( 66).
Watch TPC/RDC display at
higher speed. A permanent
fault has not occurred until the
general warning light also lights
up. In this case:
Have fault eliminated by a specialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
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Possible cause:
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There is a fault in the radio connection to the TPC/RDC sensors.
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Possible causes are radio systems in the surrounding area,
which interfere with the connection between the TPC/RDC control unit and the sensors.
Watch the TPC/RDC display in
another environment. A permanent fault has not occurred
until the general warning light
also lights up. In this case:
Have fault eliminated by a specialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
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retailer.
Sensor defective or
system error
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
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General warning light shows
yellow.
Tire symbol appears on the
display.
"--" or "--:-- " is indicated.
Possible cause:
Wheels without installed TPC/
RDC sensors are mounted.
Retrofit wheel set with TPC/
RDC sensors.
Possible cause:
One or two TPC/RDC sensors
have failed.
Have fault eliminated by a specialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Possible cause:
A system fault has occurred.
Have fault eliminated by a specialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Battery of tire-inflation
pressure sensor weak
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
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General warning light shows
yellow.
RDC! is indicated.
This error message is only
displayed for a short time
following the pre-ride check.
Possible cause:
The battery of the tire inflation
pressure sensor no longer has
its full capacity. The operation of
the tire inflation pressure control
is only ensured for a limited time.
Contact a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Anti-theft alarm battery
low charge
with anti-theft alarm
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DWA! is indicated.
This error message is only
displayed for a short time
following the pre-ride check.
Possible cause:
The anti-theft alarm battery no
longer has its full capacity. The
operation of the anti-theft alarm
is only ensured for a limited time
with the vehicle battery disconnected.
Contact a specialized workshop, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Anti-theft alarm battery
discharged
with anti-theft alarm
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General warning light shows
yellow.
DWA! is indicated.
This error message is only
displayed for a short time
following the pre-ride check.
Possible cause:
The anti-theft alarm battery has
no capacity. The operation of
the anti-theft alarm is no longer
ensured with the vehicle battery
disconnected.
Contact a specialized work-
shop, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Steering and ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Emergency-off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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Steering and ignition
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lock
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Keys
You receive two ignition keys.
with Topcase
A Topcase with a lock for the
same key can be ordered on request. Please contact a specialist
service facility for this purpose,
preferably an authorized BMW
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Motorrad retailer.
Switching on ignition
Turn key to position ON.
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Parking lights and all function
circuits switched on.
Engine can be started.
Pre-ride check is performed.
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ABS self-diagnosis in progress.
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Switching off ignition
Turn key to position OFF.
Light is switched off, parking
lamps and lighting for the rear
storage compartment stay lit
up for a little while.
Handlebars not locked.
Key can now be removed.
Locking handlebars
Turn handlebars to left.
Turn key to position 3 while
moving handlebars slightly.
Ignition, lights and all electrical
circuits switched off.
Handlebars locked.
Left-hand storage compartment locked.
Key can now be removed.
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Time and date
Setting time
Switch off engine and switch
on ignition.
Press button 1 (TRIP) repeatedly until total mileage 3 is
shown.
Press and hold button 1 (TRIP)
until first value of clock 4 to be
set flashes.
Set flashing value with buttons 1 (TRIP) and 2 (INFO).
Press and hold button 1 (TRIP)
each time until next value
flashes.
Set flashing value with but-
tons 1 (TRIP) and 2 (INFO).
Press and hold button 1 (TRIP)
until display no longer flashes.
Setting is completed.
Setting can be ended after each
step:
Do not press buttons until dis-
play no longer flashes.
The settings made up until
now will be applied.
Setting time and date
Switch off engine and switch
on ignition.
Date and time are set directly after each other.
Press button 2 (INFO) repeatedly until date 3 is displayed.
The indicated sequence of
day, month and year may
vary depending on the country.
Press and hold button 2 (INFO)
until first value of date 3 to be
set flashes.
Set flashing values with buttons 1 (TRIP) and 2 (INFO).
Press and hold button 2 (INFO)
each time until next value
flashes.
After time has been set, press
and hold button 2 (INFO) until
display no longer flashes.
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Setting is completed.
Setting can be ended after each
4
step:
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Do not press buttons until display no longer flashes.
The settings made up until
now will be applied.
Display
Selecting display readings
Switch on ignition.
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Press button 1 (TRIP) to select
display in area 3.
The following data can be displayed:
Total distance covered
Tripmeter 1 (Trip 1)
Tripmeter 2 (Trip 2)
Auto tripmeter (Trip A), is
automatically reset when at
least five seconds pass after
switching off the ignition and
the date has changed.
after reaching reserve quantity:
distance driven since then
Press button 2 (INFO) to select
the display in area 4.
The following data can be displayed:
Ambient temperature (TEMP)
Average speed (ØSPEED)
Average consumption
(ØFUEL)
Current consumption (FUEL)
Date (Date)
Oil level indicator (OIL)
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
Tire inflation pressures (option)
(TPM/RDC)
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Resetting tripmeter
Switch on ignition.
Select desired odometer.
Press the button 1 and
continue to hold it until the
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odometer in the sector 3
resets.
Resetting average data
Switch on ignition.
Select average fuel consumption or average speed.
Press and hold button 2 (INFO)
until displayed value in area 4
has been reset.
Lights
Low-beam headlight and
parking light
The parking lights come on automatically when the ignition is
switched on.
After switching off the ignition,
the parking lamps remain lit for a
short time.
The parking lights are a
strain on the battery. Do
not leave the ignition switched
on longer than absolutely
necessary.
The low-beam headlight switches
on automatically when the engine
is switched on.
Headlight high beam and
flasher
Press switch 1 toward front to
switch on high beams.
Pull switch 1 rearward to operate headlight flasher.
Parking light
Switch off ignition.
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Immediately after switching
off the ignition push the button 1 to the left and maintain
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pressure until the parking lights
come on.
Switch ignition on and then
off again to switch off parking
lights.
Turn indicators
Operating turn indicator
Switch on ignition.
Press button 1 toward left to
switch on left-hand turn indicators.
Press button 1 toward right
to switch on right-hand turn
indicator.
Press button 1 into center position to switch off turn indicators.
Hazard warning flashers
Operating hazard warning
flashers
Switch on ignition.
The hazard warning flash-
ers place a strain on the
battery. Do not use the hazard
warning flashers for longer than
absolutely necessary.
If a turn indicator button is
pressed with the ignition
switched on, the flashing function
replaces the emergency flashing
function as long as the button is
pressed. If the turn indicator button is released, the emergency
flasher function becomes active
again.
Press button 1 to switch on
hazard warning flashers.
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Ignition can be switched off.
Switch on ignition and press
button 1 again to switch off
hazard warning flashers.
Emergency-off switch (kill switch)
1 Emergency-off switch (kill
switch)
Operating the emergency
ON/OFF switch when riding
can cause the rear wheel to lock
and thus cause a fall.
Do not operate the emergency
ON/OFF switch when riding.
The engine can be switched
off easily and quickly using the
emergency kill switch.
a Engine switched off
b Operating position
Heated handlebar grips
with heated handlebar grips
Operating heated
handlebar grips
Start engine.
The heated hand grips option can only be activated
when the engine is running.
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Press button 1 repeatedly until desired heating level 2 is
shown.
The handlebar grips can be
heated manually at two levels
or automatically. The second
manual level is used for fast
heat-up of the grips; then the
switch should be switched back
to the first level. The following
displays are available:
Heating output is automat-
ically controlled in dependence on outside temperature,
speed and engine speed.
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100 % heating output
50 % heating output
100 % heating output
50 % heating output
Seat heating
with seat heating
Operating driver's seat
heater
Start engine.
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Seat heating can be activated only when the engine
is running.
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Press button 1 repeatedly until desired heating level 2 is
shown.
The driver's seat can be heated
at two manual levels or automatically. The second manual level
is used for fast heat-up of the
seat; then the switch should be
switched back to the first level.
The following displays are available:
Heating output is automat-
ically controlled in dependence on outside temperature,
speed and engine speed.
Operating passenger seat
heater
Start engine.
Seat heating can be activated only when the engine
is running.
Press button 1 on side with
two dots to switch on high
heating output (HIGH).
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Press button 1 on side with
one dot to switch on low heating output (LOW).
Move button 1 into center position to switch off seat heater.
The set level 2 is shown in the
display. The second level is used
for fast heat-up of the seat; then
the switch should be switched
back to the first level. The following displays are available:
50 % heating output
100 % heating output
Brakes
Adjusting handbrake lever
Changing the position of
the brake-fluid reservoir can
allow air to penetrate the brake
system.
Do not reposition the handlebar
controls on the handlebars or the
handlebars in their mounts.
Adjusting the handbrake
lever while driving can lead
to accidents.
Only adjust the handbrake lever
when the Scooter is stationary.
Turn adjusting screw 1 of lefthand brake lever or adjusting
screw 2 of right-hand brake
lever into desired position.
The adjusting screw can
be turned more easily if
you press the handbrake lever
forward when doing so.
Adjustment options:
from Position 1: largest distance between handlebar grip
and brake lever
up to Position 5: smallest distance between handlebar grip
and brake lever
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Mirrors
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Adjusting mirrors
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Move mirror into desired position by applying light pressure
at edge.
Windshield
Adjusting windshield
Loosen clamping screws 1 on
left and right until windshield
can be easily adjusted.
Move windshield into desired
position A, B or C.
Make sure that the windshield
adjustment is identical on the
left and right.
Tighten clamping screws on
left and right.
Storage compartments
Operating front storage
compartments
To open a storage compartment, pull corresponding release lever 1 downward.
To close a storage compartment, press corresponding
door into locking device.
The left-hand storage compartment is locked together
with the steering lock.
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Operating rear storage
compartment (BMW
Flexcase)
Open seat.
The lighting of the storage
compartment is switched
on when the ignition is switched
on.
After switching off the ignition,
the storage compartment lighting
remains lit for a short time.
Pull release lever 1 toward
front to enlarge storage compartment, e.g. for holding motorcycle helmets.
The bottom 2 lowers.
The vehicle cannot be started
with the bottom lowered.
To store two helmets in the
storage compartment, position
the helmets as shown in the
picture.
To close storage compartment,
empty storage compartment
and pull bottom upward into
locking device by lever 3.
Close seat.
Spring preload
Setting
It is essential to set the spring
preload of the rear suspension
to suit the load carried by the
Scooter. Increase spring preload
when the vehicle is heavily
loaded and reduce spring preload
accordingly when the vehicle is
lightly loaded.
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Adjusting spring preload
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at rear wheel
Make sure ground is level and
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firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
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If you want to increase the
spring preload, turn adjusting
ring 1 with the tools from the
onboard toolkit in direction A.
If you want to decrease the
spring preload, turn adjusting
ring 1 with the tools from the
onboard toolkit in direction B.
Basic setting of spring
preload, rear
Increase from lowest preload
by 4 notches (Full tank
of gas, with rider 187 lbs
(85 kg))
Tires
Checking tire pressure
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure results in poorer handing characteristics of the Scooters and reduces the life of the
tires.
Ensure proper tire inflation
pressure.
At high road speeds, tire
valves installed perpendicular to the wheel rim have a
tendency to open as a result of
centrifugal force.
In order to avoid a sudden loss of
tire inflation pressure, fit a valve
cap with rubber sealing ring to
the rear tire and make sure that
the cap is screwed on firmly.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park scooter.
Check tire pressures against
data below.
Tire pressure, front
34.8 psi (2.4 bar) (With tire
cold)
Tire pressure, rear
36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (Single
rider, with cold tires)
42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (Driver with
passenger and/or load, with
cold tire)
If tire pressure is too low:
Correct tire pressure.
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Headlight
Adjusting headlight for
RHD/LHD traffic
This vehicle's headlight features
a symmetrical low beam. No
special adjustments or procedures are required prior to operating the vehicle in a country
where traffic travels on the side
of the road opposite to that of
your home country (left-hand
drive to right-hand drive or vice
versa).
Headlight range and
spring preload
The headlight range generally
remains constant due to the adjustment of the spring preload to
the loading state.
If you are unsure whether the
headlight range is correct,
consult a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Seat
Operating seat
Switch off ignition.
Press ignition key downward
and then turn clockwise.
If seat is jammed, press down
at rear and then raise at rear.
To close, press seat into locking device at rear.
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Riding
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Riding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Breaking in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Scooter Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Securing vehicle for transport . . . . . . . 59
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Safety instructions
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Rider's equipment
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Do not ride without the correct
clothing. Always wear:
Helmet
Rider's suit
Gloves
Boots
This applies even to short jour-
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neys, and to every season of
the year. Your authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer will be happy to
advise you and has the correct
clothing for every purpose.
Loading
Overloading and imbal-
anced loads can adversely
affect the scooter's handling.
Do not exceed the gross weight
limit and observe the loading
information.
Adjust spring preload and tire
inflation pressure for current
gross vehicle weight.
with luggage carrier
Comply with maximum payload
of luggage rack.
Payload of luggage rack
max 20 lbs (max 9 kg)
with Topcase
Observe maximum payload and
permissible top speed of Topcase.
Payload of Topcase
max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)
Speed limit for driving
with Topcase
max 81 mph (max
130 km/h)
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Speed
If you ride at high speed, always
bear in mind that various boundary conditions can adversely affect the handling of your scooter:
Settings of spring-strut and
shock absorber system
Imbalanced load
Loose clothing
Insufficient tire inflation pressure
Poor tire tread
Etc.
Risk of poisoning
Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, which is colorless and
odorless but highly toxic.
Inhaling exhaust fumes
therefore represents a
health hazard and can even
cause loss of consciousness with
fatal consequences.
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
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Do not run the engine in closed
rooms.
Burn hazard
Engine and exhaust system
become very hot when the
vehicle is in use. There is a risk
of burn injuries by contact with
hot surfaces, particularly at the
muffler.
When you park the scooter make
sure that no-one comes into
contact with the engine and exhaust system.
Catalytic converter
If misfiring causes unburned fuel
to enter the catalytic converter,
there is a danger of overheating
and damage.
For this reason, observe the following points:
Do not run the fuel tank dry
Do not run the engine with the
spark-plug cap removed
Stop the engine immediately if
it misfires
Use unleaded fuel only
Comply with all specified maintenance intervals.
Unburned fuel will destroy
the catalytic converter.
Note the points listed for protection of the catalytic converter.
Danger of overheating
Cooling would be inade-
quate if the engine were allowed to idle for a lengthy period
with the motorcycle at a standstill: overheating would result. In
extreme cases, the motorcycle
could catch fire.
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily. After starting, ride
off immediately.
Modifications
Modifications of the
Scooter (e.g. engine
management system, throttle
valves, clutch) can cause damage
to the affected components and
failure of safety-related functions.
Damage caused in this way is
not covered by the warranty.
Do not make any modifications.
Checklist
Use the following checklist to
check important functions, settings and wear limits before you
ride off:
Brakes
Brake fluid levels for front and
rear brake
Spring preload
Tread depth and tire pressure
Secure luggage attachment
At regular intervals:
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Engine oil level (every time you
refuel)
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Brake pad wear (during every
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third stop for refueling)
Starting
Starting engine
Switch on ignition.
Pre-ride check is performed.
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ABS self-diagnosis in progress.
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Operate brake.
Press starter button 1.
Vehicle cannot be started
with side stand extended. If
side stand is extended with engine running, engine stops.
Engine starts.
Consult the troubleshooting
chart if the engine refuses to
start. ( 110)
Pre-ride check
After the ignition is switched on,
the instrument cluster conducts
a test of the pointer instruments
and the warning and indicator
lights, i.e. the "Pre-Ride-Check".
This test routine stops if the engine is started before it is completed.
Phase 1
The speedometer pointer is
moved up to the end stop. The
indicator and warning lights are
switched on.
Phase 2
The speedometer pointer is
moved back. The switched-on
indicator and warning lights are
switched off.
If the pointer has not been
moved, or if one of the warning
and indicator lights has not been
switched on:
If it was not possible to
switch on the warning
lights, possible malfunctions
cannot be indicated.
Watch all warning and indicator
lights on the display.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at a specialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
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ABS self-diagnosis
The readiness for operation
of the BMW Motorrad ABS is
checked by the self-diagnosis.
The self-diagnosis routine runs
automatically when you switch on
the ignition. To check the wheel
sensors, the Scooter must be
driven a few yards.
Phase 1
Check on system components
monitored by diagnostic system while vehicle is parked.
ABS warning lamp flashes.
Phase 2
Checking wheel sensors while
starting off.
ABS warning lamp flashes.
ABS self-diagnosis
completed
The ABS warning lamp goes
out.
If an ABS error is indicated following completion of the ABS
self-diagnosis routine:
It remains possible to continue
riding. It must be noted that
the ABS function is not available.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at a specialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Riding
At engine speeds below the
starting speed of approx.
2000 rpm, the centrifugal clutch
opens and the .Scooter is idling.
It the engine speed is increased
above the starting speed, the
clutch closes and the Scooter
starts off.Scooter
In the range from approx.
31 mph (50 km/h) to approx.
68 mph (110 km/h), the engine
operates at a constant speed
in the range of the maximum
torque. The change in the speed
is achieved by adjusting the gear
ratio in the steplessly adjustable
transmission. This only slightly
changes the engine noise in this
speed range.
Initial speeds above approx.
110 km/h are achieved by
increasing the engine speed.
Breaking in
Engine
Drive in frequently changing
load ranges prior to your first
inspection.
Try to do most of your riding during this initial period on
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twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoiding highways if possible.
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Have the first inspection carried
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out after 300 - 750 mls (500 1,200 km).
Brake pads
New brake pads must be run in
before they achieve their optimum friction force. This initial
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reduction in braking efficiency
can be compensated for by exerting greater pressure on the
brake levers.
New brake pads can extend
stopping distance by a significant margin.
Brake early.
Tires
New tires have a smooth surface. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at
various heel angles until the tires
are run in. This running in proce-
dure is essential if the tires are to
achieve maximum grip.
New tires do not provide
full tire traction. Accident
hazards exist in particular on wet
roads and at extreme angles.
Always think well ahead and
avoid extreme angles.
Brakes
How do you achieve
the shortest stopping
distances?
During braking the load distribution changes dynamically between the front and the rear
wheel. The heavier you brake,
the greater the weight transfer
to the front wheel. Increases in
the load at an individual wheel
are accompanied by a rise in the
effective braking force that the
wheel can provide.
To achieve the shortest possible braking distance, the front
brake must be applied quickly
and with increasing force. This
procedure provides ideal exploitation of the extra weight transfer to the front wheel. With the
"forced braking" often practiced
in which the brake pressure is
generated as quickly as possible
and with great force, the dynamic
load distribution cannot follow
the increased deceleration and
the braking force cannot be completely transferred to the road
surface. The front wheel can lock
up.
Locking up of the front wheel is
prevented by the BMW Motorrad
ABS.
Descending mountain
passes
There is a danger of the
brakes fading if you use
only the rear brakes when
descending mountain passes.
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Under extreme conditions, the
brakes could overheat and suffer
severe damage.
Use both front and rear brakes,
and make use of the engine's
braking effect as well.
Wet, soiled brakes
Moisture and dirt on the brake
disks and the brake pads result in
a decrease in the braking action.
Delayed or poorer braking action
must be expected in the following situations:
When driving in the rain and
through puddles.
After washing the vehicle.
When driving on roads spread
with salt.
After working on the brakes
due to oil or grease residues.
When driving on soiled roads
or offroad.
Poor braking action due to
moisture and dirt.
Brake until brakes are dry or
clean; clean if necessary.
Brake early until the full braking
action is available again.
Scooter Parking
Side stand
Switch off engine.
If the ground is soft or un-
even, there is no guarantee that the motorcycle will rest
firmly on the stand.
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
firm.
Extend side stand and park
Scooter.
The parking brake prevents the
vehicle from rolling.
The side stand is designed
to support only the weight
of the Scooter.
Do not lean or sit on the Scooter
with the side stand extended.
If the slope of the road permits,
turn the handlebars to the left.
Center stand
Switch off engine.
If the ground is soft or un-
even, there is no guarantee that the motorcycle will rest
firmly on the stand.
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
firm.
Excessive movements
could result in the center
stand retracting, and the vehicle
would topple as a result.
Do not sit on the Scooter while it
is resting on the center stand.
Extend center stand and jack
up Scooter.
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Fuel is highly flammable.
Fire at the fuel tank can
result in fire and explosion.
Do not smoke. Never bring a
naked flame near the fuel tank.
Fuel attacks plastic sur-
faces, making them cloudy
or unattractive.
Immediately wipe off plastic parts
after contact with fuel.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Press ignition key downward in
center position and then turn
counterclockwise.
In case of jamming, press tank
cover 1 toward rear and then
fold open toward front.
Open fuel filler cap 2.
Fuel expands when ex-
posed to heat. When the
tank is overfilled, fuel can escape
and get onto the road. This results in a danger of falling.
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Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Leaded fuel will destroy the
catalytic converter.
Use only unleaded fuel.
Refuel with quality listed below
at most until lower edge of filler
neck is reached.
When refueling after run-
ning on reserve, make sure
that you top up the tank to a
level above reserve, as otherwise the sensor will not be able
to register the new level and the
fuel warning lamp will not be
switched off.
Recommended fuel quality
Super unleaded, (max. 10 %
ethanol, E10)
89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON)
89 AKI
Usable fuel quantity
Approx. 4.2 gal (Approx.
16 l)
Fuel reserve
Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx.
3 l)
Close fuel filler cap 2.
Press tank cover 1 into locking
device.
Securing vehicle for transport
Protect all component surfaces
against which straps are routed
against scratching. For example, use adhesive tape or soft
cloths.
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The Scooter can tip away
to the side and fall over.
Secure Scooter against tipping
to the side, preferably with the
assistance of a second person.
Push vehicle onto transport
surface, and do not place on
side stand or center stand.
Components can be dam-
aged.
Do not pinch components, e.g.
brake lines or wiring harnesses.
Lay straps at front over lower
fork bridge on both sides and
tension.
Lay strap at rear right around
retaining pin of muffler and tension.
Lay strap at rear left around
spring strut mount and tension.
Tension all straps evenly; the
vehicle should be pulled down
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against its springs with the suspension compressed as much
as possible.
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Brake system with BMW Motorrad
ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Tire Pressure Control TPC/RDC . . . . 66
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How does ABS work?
The maximum braking force that
can be transferred to the road
surface is partially dependent on
the friction coefficient of the road
surface. Gravel, ice, snow and
wet roads offer a considerably
poorer friction coefficient than a
dry, clean asphalt surface. The
poorer the friction coefficient of
the road surface is, the longer
the braking distance will be.
If the maximum transferrable
braking force is exceeded when
the driver increases the brake
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pressure, the wheels begin to
lock and driving stability is lost,
and a fall can result. Before this
situation occurs, ABS intervenes
and adjusts the brake pressure
to the maximum transferrable
braking force. This enables the
wheels to continue to turn and
maintains driving stability regardless of the road surface condition.
What happens when
rough roads are
encountered?
Bumpy or rough roads can briefly
lead to a loss of contact between
the tires and the road surface,
until the transferable braking
force is reduced to zero. If braking is carried out in this situation, ABS must reduce the brake
pressure to ensure driving stability when restoring contact to
the road. At this point in time,
the BMW Motorrad ABS must
assume extremely low friction coefficients (gravel, ice, snow) so
that the running wheels turn in
every imaginable case and the
driving stability is ensured. After
detecting the actual conditions,
the system adjusts the optimum
brake pressure.
Lifting off rear wheel
Even during severe braking, a
high level of tire grip can mean
that the front wheel does not
lock up until very late, if at all.
Consequently, ABS does not
intervene until very late, if at
all. Under these circumstances
the rear wheel can lift off the
ground, and the outcome can be
a high-siding situation in which
the Scooter can flip over.
Heavy braking can lead to
the rear wheel lifting off the
ground.
When braking, bear in mind
that the ABS control cannot
always be relied on to prevent
the rear wheel from lifting off the
ground.
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What are the design
characteristics of the
BMW Motorrad ABS?
The BMW Motorrad ABS ensures driving stability on any surface within the limits of driving
physics. The system is not optimized for special requirements
resulting under extreme weather
conditions offroad or on the racetrack.
Special situations
To detect the tendency of the
wheels to lock up, the speeds
of the front and rear wheel are
compared. If implausible values
are detected over a longer period
of time, the ABS function is deactivated for safety reasons and
an ABS fault is indicated. The
condition for a fault message is
the completed self-diagnosis.
In addition to problems on the
BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual
driving conditions can also lead
to a fault message.
Unusual driving conditions:
Driving on the rear wheel
(wheely) for a longer period.
Rear wheel spinning in place
with front brake pulled (burn
out).
Locked-up rear wheel for a
longer period of time, e.g.
when riding downhill offroad.
Should a fault message result
due to one of the driving conditions described above, the ABS
function can be reactivated by
switching the ignition off and
then on again.
How important is regular
maintenance?
Any technical system is al-
ways only as good as its
maintenance condition.
To ensure that the BMW Motorrad ABS is in an optimally main-
tained condition, it is vital that the
specified inspection intervals be
complied with.
Reserves for safety
But remember: the potentially
shorter braking distances which
BMW Motorrad ABS permits
must not be used as an excuse
for careless riding. ABS is primarily a means of ensuring a
safety margin in genuine emergencies.
Take care when cornering. When
you apply the brakes on a corner,
the vehicle's weight and momentum take over and even BMW
Motorrad ABS is unable to counteract their effects.
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TPC/RDC
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with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
Function
A sensor is located in each tire,
which measures the air temperature and the inflation pressure
inside the tire and sends these
values to the control unit.
The sensors are equipped with
a centrifugal controller, which
does not enable the transmission of the measured values until a speed of approx. 18 mph
(30 km/h) is reached. Before ini-
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tial reception of the tire inflation
pressure, -- is shown in the display for each tire. The sensors
continue to transmit the measured values for approx. 15 minutes after the vehicle comes to a
stop.
The control unit can manage four
sensors, and as a result two sets
OE
of wheels with TPC/RDC sensors can be driven. If a TPC/RDC
control unit is installed, however
the wheels have no sensors, then
an error message is output.
Temperature
compensation
The tire inflation pressure is temperature dependent, i.e. it increases or decreases together
with the tire temperature. The
tire temperature is dependent on
the ambient temperature and on
the driving style and duration.
The tire inflation pressures are
shown temperature-compensated in the multifunction display;
they refer to a tire temperature
of 68 °F (20 °C). No temperature
compensation takes place in the
inflation pressure testers at filling
stations, i.e. the measured tire inflation pressure is dependent on
the tire temperature. As a result,
the values displayed there do
not match the values shown in
the multifunction display in most
cases.
Adjusting inflation
pressure
Compare the TPC/RDC value in
the multifunction display with the
value on the back cover of the
Rider's Manual. The difference
between the two values must be
compensated with the air pressure tester at the filling station.
Example: according to the
Rider's Manual, the tire inflation
pressure is to be 36 psi (2.5 bar),
however 33 psi (2.3 bar) is
shown in the multifunction
display; the tires are underinflated
by 3 psi (0.2 bar).
The tester at the filling station
indicates 34.8 psi (2.4 bar). This
value must be increased by 3 psi
(0.2 bar) to 37.8 psi (2.6 bar) in
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order to produce the correct tire
inflation pressure.
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Accessories
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Onboard sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Scooter lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
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General instructions
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BMW Motorrad recommends the
use of parts and accessories for
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your vehicle that are approved by
BMW for this purpose.
Your authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer is the right place to go
for genuine BMW parts and accessories,other BMW approved
products, and expert advice on
their installation and use.
These parts and products have
been tested by BMW for safety,
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function and suitability. BMW
accepts product liability for these
products.
Conversely, BMW is unable to
accept any liability whatsoever
for parts and accessories which it
has not approved.
Observe the information on the
importance of tire sizes for the
ABS anti-lock brake system
( 86).
BMW Motorrad cannot ex-
amine or test each product
of outside origin to ensure that
it can be used on or in connection with BMW Scooters without
constituting a safety hazard. Nor
is this guarantee provided when
the official approval of a specific
country has been granted. Tests
conducted by these instances
cannot make provision for all operating conditions experienced
by BMW Scooters and, consequently, they are not sufficient in
some circumstances.
Use only parts and accessories
approved by BMW for your
Scooter.
Whenever you are planning modifications, comply with all the legal requirements. The vehicle
must not infringe on national
road-vehicle construction and
use regulations of your country.
Onboard sockets
Information on using onboard
sockets:
Operating electrical accessories
The battery capacity is not monitored while one or more onboard
sockets are being used. If additional devices are operated over
a longer period of time without
the engine running, the battery
may be completely discharged.
The ability of the Scooter to start
is then not ensured.
Cable routing
The cables from the onboard
sockets to the auxiliary devices
must be routed in such a way
that they:
Do not impede the rider
Do not restrict the steering angle and the driving characteristics
Cannot be trapped
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Topcase
with Topcase
Opening the Topcase
Turn key in Topcase lock 1 to
OPEN position.
OA
Press Topcase lock toward
front.
Topcase handle 2 pops up.
Pull release lever behind
cover 3 toward rear.
Topcase lid opens.
Open Topcase lid.
Closing the Topcase
Make sure that Topcase handle 2 is extended.
Close Topcase lid and press
into locking device. Ensure that
no luggage is trapped between
lid and case.
Close Topcase handle 2.
Turn key in Topcase lock into
CLOSE position and remove if
necessary.
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Removing Topcase
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Turn key in Topcase lock 1 to
OPEN position.
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Press Topcase lock toward
front.
Topcase handle 2 pops up.
Turn key in Topcase lock to
RELEASE position.
Pull release lever 4 toward
rear while simultaneously lifting
Topcase by carrying handle.
Remove Topcase from Topcase carrier toward rear.
Mounting the Topcase
Make sure that the Topcase
handle 2 is extended and that
the key is in the Topcase lock
in the RELEASE position.
Insert Topcase in Topcase carrier at front.
Pull release lever 4 toward rear
while simultaneously inserting
Topcase in Topcase carrier at
rear.
Close Topcase handle 2.
Turn key in Topcase lock into
CLOSE position and remove if
necessary.
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Scooter lock
with Scooter lock
Locking vehicle
Thread rear end piece 1 of
Scooter lock into rear mount
from below.
Then turn end piece toward
front.
OA
Turn handlebars toward left
and guide Scooter lock to end
of handlebars.
Slide first chain link 2 onto
handlebar mount 3 and lay on
locking piece 4.
Lock Scooter lock and remove
key.
As an alternative, the Scooter
can be connected to a solid object, e.g. to a post.
To do this, lay Scooter lock
around post and pull chain
through end piece 1. Then
connect first chain link 2 to
handlebars as described above.
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Maintenance
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Standard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
BMW Motorrad front wheel
stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Jump-starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Fairings and Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
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General instructions
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The 'Maintenance' chapter describes work involving the check-
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ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are
to be taken into account for
assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Information on additional main-
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tenance and repair work is provided in the Repair Manual for
your vehicle on DVD, which you
can obtain from your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Special tools and thorough specialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work
described here. If you are in
doubt, consult a certified workshop, preferably your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Standard tool kit
1 Hook wrench
Adjusting spring preload
at rear wheel ( 48).
2 Torx wrench T30
Checking engine oil level
( 76).
Topping up coolant
( 84).
3 Spare fuses with gripper
Miniature fuses: 4 A,
7.5 A, 10 A and 15 A
Replace the fuses.
4 Open-ended wrench
Wrench size: 8/10 mm
Removing battery
( 101).
5 Reversible screwdriver in-
sert
with Phillips PH1 and Torx
T25
Remove body panels.
Replacing rear turn indicator bulbs ( 97).
Removing battery
( 101).
Engine oil
Checking engine oil level
After longer Scooter im-
mobilization periods, engine oil can collect in the oil pan;
this must be pumped into the oil
tank before the reading is taken.
Here, the engine oil must be at
operating temperature. Checking
the oil level with the engine cold
or after a short trip leads to mis-
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interpretations and therefore to
incorrect oil fill quantities.
To ensure that the display of the
engine oil level is correct, only
check the oil level after a longer
trip.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Let the engine run in neutral
for one minute.
Switch off ignition.
Remove screws 1.
Pull cover outward at lower
side and remove. While do-
ing so, watch locking lugs at
position 2
Extend side stand.
Lift step plate support and remove screw 1.
Remove screw 2 and screw 3.
Remove step plate.
Wipe area around oil filler location clean.
Remove oil dipstick 1.
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Install oil dipstick.
Clean measuring range 2 of oil
dipstick with a dray cloth.
Position oil dipstick on oil filler
opening, but do not screw in.
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Remove oil dipstick and read
oil level.
Specified level of engine
oil
between MIN and MAX
marking (Engine at operating temperature)
If oil level is below MIN mark:
Add engine oil up to specified
level.
If oil level is above MAX mark:
Have oil level corrected by
a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Position step plate.
Install screw 2 and screw 3.
Install step plate support and
screw 1.
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Mount cover at positions 2 and
engage.
Install screws 1.
Brake system
Checking brake operation
Actuate right-hand brake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
Actuate left-hand brake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
To check parking brake, extend
side stand and push Scooter
back and worth.
It must not be possible to push
the Scooter
If no clear resistance points can
be felt or if the Scooter can be
pushed:
Have the brakes checked at
a specialist service facility,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Checking front brake pad
thickness
Park the Scooter while always
checking that the ground un-
der the stand is level and firm
when doing so.
Check the brake pad thickness
with visual inspection. Viewing direction: left and right between wheel and front suspension toward brake pads 1.
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reliability of the brake system,
make sure that the brake pads
are not worn beyond their mini-
mum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialist service facility,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Front brake-pad wear
limit
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Maintenance
(Only friction material
without carrier plate. Wear
markings (grooves) must be
clearly visible.)
If the wear indicators are no
longer clearly visible:
Dropping below the mini-
mum pad thickness leads
to reduced braking performance
and may result in damage to the
brakes.
In order to ensure the operating
Checking rear brake pad
thickness
Park the Scooter while always
checking that the ground under the stand is level and firm
when doing so.
Check the brake pad thickness
with visual inspection. Viewing
direction: from lower right toward brake pads 1.
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Rear brake-pad wear
limit
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Only friction material without carrier plate.)
If the wear indicating marks are
no longer visible:
Dropping below the mini-
mum pad thickness leads
to reduced braking performance
and may result in damage to the
brakes.
In order to ensure the operating
reliability of the brake system,
make sure that the brake pads
are not worn beyond their minimum thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialist service facility,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Checking brake pad
thickness of parking brake
Park the Scooter while always
checking that the ground under the stand is level and firm
when doing so.
Check the brake pad thickness
with visual inspection. Viewing
direction: from right toward
brake pads 1.
Brake-pad wear limit of
parking brake
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Wear markings (grooves)
must be clearly visible.)
If brake pads have dropped below minimum pad thickness:
If the pad thickness drops
below the minimum thickness, then braking performance
is reduced and the Scooter may
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move despite the side stand being extended..
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To prevent the Scooter from
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falling over, do not drop below
the minimum pad thickness.
Have the brake pads replaced
by a specialist service facility,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Checking brake fluid level
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A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can allow air
to penetrate the brake system.
This significantly reduces braking
efficiency.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Read off brake fluid level at
sight glass 1 of right-hand
brake-fluid reservoir.
The brake fluid level in the
brake-fluid reservoir drops
due to brake pad wear.
Front brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizontal)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by a specialist service facility, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Checking brake fluid level
for rear brake
A low fluid level in the
brake reservoir can allow air
to penetrate the brake system.
This significantly reduces braking
efficiency.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Read off brake fluid level at
sight glass 1 of left-hand
brake-fluid reservoir.
The brake fluid level in the
brake-fluid reservoir drops
due to brake pad wear.
Rear brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizontal)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have the defect corrected as
soon as possible by a special-
ist service facility, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Coolant
Checking coolant level
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Read off coolant level on expansion tank through opening 1 below right-hand step
plate.
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Topping up coolant
Setpoint setting for
coolant in expansion tank
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between MIN and MAX
Maintenance
marking (With cold engine)
If coolant level drops below approved level:
Add coolant.
Remove screws 1.
Take off step plate support.
Open cover 1 and remove.
Open cap 2 of coolant expansion tank and add coolant up
to specified level.
Checking coolant level ( 83).
Close cap of coolant expansion
tank.
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Close cover 1.
Mount step plate support.
Install screws 1.
Rims and tires
Checking rims
Park the Scooter while always
checking that the ground under the stand is level and firm
when doing so.
Visually inspect rims for defects.
Have damaged rims checked
and, if necessary, replaced
by a specialist service facility,
preferably an authorized BMW
Motorrad retailer.
Checking tire tread depth
The handling of your
Scooter can already change
for the worse before the legally
prescribed minimum tread depth
is reached.
Have tires replaced even before the minimum tread depth
is reached.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Measure tire tread depth in
main tread grooves with wear
indicators.
Tread wear marks are
integrated into the main
grooves on every tire. If the tire
tread has worn down to the
level of the marks, the tire is
completely worn. The locations
of the marks are indicated on
the edge of the tire, e.g. by the
letters TI, TWI or by an arrow.
When the minimum tread depth
is reached:
Replace the worn tires.
Wheels
Tire recommendation
For every size of tire, BMW
Motorrad has tested and
approved certain makes as
roadworthy. BMW Motorrad
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cannot evaluate the suitability of
other tires, and can therefore
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take no responsibility for their
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driving safety.
BMW Motorrad recommends
only using the tires tested and
approved by BMW Motorrad.
Extensive information is available
at your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or on the Internet at
www.bmw-motorrad.com.
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The wheel sizes play a major role
with the ABS system. Especially
the diameter and width of the
wheels are stored in the control
unit as the basis for all necessary
calculations. A change in these
sizes due to conversion to others than the wheels installed as
standard equipment can seriously
affect the control comfort of the
system.
The sensor wheels required for
wheel speed detection must also
match the system installed and
may not be replaced.
If you want to equip your Scooter
with different wheels, please
speak to a specialized workshop,
and preferably a BMW Motorrad
retailer. In some cases the data
stored in the control unit can be
adapted to the new wheel sizes.
Removing front wheel
Remove screws 1 and 2 on
left and right and take off front
wheel cover toward front.
Remove screw 1 and extract
the ABS sensor from its
socket.
Mask off area of wheel rim that
could be scratched in process
of removing brake calipers.
Once the calipers have
been removed, there is
a risk of the brake pads being
pressed together to the extent
that they cannot be slipped back
over the brake disk on reassembly.
Do not operate the handbrake
lever when the brake calipers
have been removed.
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Remove screws 2 of brake
calipers on left and right.
Push brake pads 3 apart
slightly by turning the brake
caliper 4 back and forth against
the brake rotor 5.
Carefully pull brake calipers
back to remove them from the
brake rotors.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Raise front of Scooter until
front wheel can turn freely.
BMW Motorrad recommends
the BMW Motorrad front-wheel
stand for lifting the Scooter.
Mounting front wheel stand
( 91).
Unscrew right-hand axle clamping screws 1.
Remove quick-release axle 2
while supporting wheel.
Roll front wheel forward to remove.
Installing front wheel
Malfunctions may occur
during control interventions
by ABS if a wheel other than the
standard wheel is installed.
Please see the information on
the effect of wheel sizes on the
ABS system at the beginning of
this chapter.
Threaded fasteners not
tightened to the specified
torque can work loose or their
threads can suffer damage.
Always have the tightening
torques checked by a specialized
workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
The front wheel must be
installed right way round to
rotate in the correct direction.
Observe the direction of rotation arrows on the tires or on the
rim.
Roll front wheel into front
wheel guide.
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Lift front wheel and install
quick-release axle 2 with
torque.
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Quick-release axle in axle
mount
22 lb/ft (30 Nm)
Tighten axle clamping screws 1
to appropriate torque.
Clamping screws (quickrelease axle) in tele-
scopic forks
Tightening sequence:
Tighten evenly and
alternately
Clamping screws (quickrelease axle) in tele-
scopic forks
6 lb/ft (8 Nm)
Remove front wheel stand.
Slide the brake calipers onto
the rotors.
Install screws 2 on left and
right with appropriate torque.
Brake caliper on fork leg
21 lb/ft (28 Nm)
The cable of the wheel
speed sensor could chafe
through if it comes into contact
with the brake disk.
Make sure that sensor cable is
routed correctly.
Insert ABS sensor in its socket
and install screw 1.
Remove adhesive tape from
wheel rim.
Press handbrake lever firmly
a number of times until resistance point is noticeable.
Mount front wheel cover and
install screws 1 and 2 on right
and left.
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Removing rear wheel
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
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Danger of burns from the
hot exhaust system.
Do not touch the exhaust system. If necessary, do not continue work until the exhaust system has cooled down.
Remove screw 1 while bracing
nut on back.
Slacken screw 2.
Turn end muffler out.
Engage first gear or extend
side stand to activate parking
brake.
Remove five screws 1 on rear
wheel, holding wheel as you do
so.
Lower rear wheel to the ground
and roll out toward rear.
Installing rear wheel
Malfunctions may occur
during control interventions
by ABS if a wheel other than the
standard wheel is installed.
Please see the information on
the effect of wheel sizes on the
ABS system at the beginning of
this chapter.
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tightened to the specified
torque can work loose or their
threads can suffer damage.
Always have the tightening
torques checked by a specialized
workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Roll and mount rear wheel onto
rear wheel support.
Fit five screws 1 and tighten
diagonally with specified
torque.
Rear wheel on output
shaft
Tightening sequence: diagonally
44 lb/ft (60 Nm)
Turn end muffler into starting position and align so that
screwdriver handle of onboard
toolkit fits between rear wheel
and muffler.
Install screw 1 with appropriate
torque while bracing nut on
back.
Muffler on bracket
15 lb/ft (20 Nm)
Tighten screw 2 to specified
torque.
End muffler on front
muffler
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
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BMW Motorrad front wheel stand
Mounting front wheel
stand
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Use basic stand with tool
number (83 30 0 402 241) in
combination with front-wheel
adapter (83 30 0 402 242).
Install rubber buffer 1 on left
and right in lower position.
Loosen adjusting screws 2 on
left and right.
Push mounts 3 on left and
right far enough apart that front
suspension fits between them.
Use locating pins 4 on left and
right to set front wheel stand to
desired height.
Center front wheel stand relative to front wheel and push it
against front axle.
Align two mounts 3 on left and
right so that front suspension
rests securely on them.
Tighten adjusting screws 2 on
left and right.
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If the Scooter is raised too
far at the front, the center
stand lifts off the ground and the
Scooter can tilt to the side.
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When raising the vehicle, make
sure that the center stand remains on the ground. Adjust the
height of the front wheel stand if
necessary.
Press down front wheel stand
evenly to raise Scooter.
Ensure Scooter is standing securely.
Fuses
Removing fuse
If defective fuses are
bridged, this results in a
danger of short-circuit and thus a
danger of fire.
Replace defective fuses with new
fuses.
Switch off ignition.
Removing right-hand side
panel.
Pull defective fuse out of fuse
box 1 or out of fuse holder 2
with tool from onboard toolkit.
To open fuse box, press together locking lever 3 and remove fuse cover.
If the fuses blow frequently,
have the electrical system
checked by an authorized specialized workshop, preferably a
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Installing fuse
Replace defective fuse with
fuse with required amperage.
An overview of the fuse as-
signment and the required
amperages is provided in the
chapter "Technical Data". The
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numbers in the graphic match
the fuse numbers.
Close fuse cover.
Locking device audibly engages.
Installing side panel ( 103).
Lamps
Replacing low-beam and
high-beam bulb
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Switch off ignition.
Remove right-hand side panel
to replace low-beam bulb.
Remove left-hand side panel to
replace high-beam bulb.
To replace high-beam bulb,
remove cover 1 and to replace low-beam bulb, remove
cover 2.
Disconnect plug 3.
Remove spring strap 4 from
detents and fold up.
Remove bulb 5.
Replace defective bulb.
Bulbs for low-beam
headlight
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulb for high-beam
headlight
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
To avoid contamination on the
bulb's glass surface, never
touch or hold the bulb any-
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where other than on its metal
socket base.
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Insert bulb 5 while ensuring
that the lug 6 is in the correct
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position.
Install spring straps 4 in locks.
Attach the plug 3.
Install cover 1 or cover 2.
Installing side panel ( 103).
Replacing parking light
bulb
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Switch off ignition.
Remove right-hand side panel
to replace right-hand parkinglight bulb.
Remove left-hand side panel to
replace left parking-light bulb.
Disconnect plug connection
of bulb to be replaced and remove bulb holder 1 by turning
counterclockwise.
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Replacing front turn
indicator bulbs
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Remove bulb 2 from bulb
holder.
Replace defective bulb.
Bulb for parking light
W5W / 12 V / 5 W
To prevent contaminants from
being deposited on the new
bulb's glass surface, always use
a clean, dry cloth to hold it.
Insert bulb 2 in bulb socket.
Install bulb socket 1 by turning
clockwise and close connector.
Installing side panel ( 103).
Remove screw 1.
Unscrew screws 2 and pull
out body-bound rivet using a
screwdriver.
Carefully pull radiator cover inward until turn indicator bulb
can be reached.
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Turn bulb holder 1 counterclockwise to remove it from
bulb housing.
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Remove turn indicator bulb 2
from socket by turning it counterclockwise.
Replace defective bulb.
Bulbs for flashing turn
indicators, front
PY21W / 12 V / 21 W
with LED turn indicators
LED / 12 V
To avoid contamination on the
bulb's glass surface, never
touch or hold the bulb anywhere other than on its metal
socket base.
Install turn indicator bulb 2 in
socket by turning clockwise.
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Install bulb socket 1 in lamp
housing by turning clockwise.
Move radiator cover into correct position.
Mount body-bound rivets and
press in screws 2.
Install screw 1.
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Replacing rear turn
indicator bulbs
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Switch off ignition.
Remove screw 1.
Pull glass out of lamp housing.
Remove bulb 2 from
light housing by turning it
counterclockwise.
Replace defective bulb.
Bulbs for flashing turn
indicators, rear
RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
with LED turn indicators
LED / 12 V
To prevent contaminants from
being deposited on the new
bulb's glass surface, always use
a clean, dry cloth to hold it.
Press bulb 2 into socket and
install by turning clockwise.
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Replacing license plate
light
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Scooter on its
center stand.
Switch off ignition.
Mount glass in lamp housing.
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Install screw 1.
Pull bulb socket 1 out of lamp
housing.
Pull bulb out of socket.
Replace defective bulb.
Bulb for license-plate
light
W5W / 12 V / 5 W
To prevent contaminants from
being deposited on the new
bulb's glass surface, always use
a clean, dry cloth to hold it.
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