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C 650 Sport 2016
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BMW C 650 Sport 2016 Owner's Manual

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Rider's Manual (US Model)
C 650 Sport
BMW Motorrad
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Motorcycle/Retailer Data
Motorcycle Data
Vehicle identification number
Color number
Initial registration
License plate
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 motorcycle'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 40 8 382 507
*01408382507*
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Table of Contents
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
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 15
Multifunction switch,
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3 Displays . ... . .. . .. .. .. .. . 19
Indicator and warning
lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 21
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Distance traveled since fuel
reached reserve level . . . . . . . . 38
Oil level indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Outside temperature . . . . . . . . 38
Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . 39
4 Operation . .. . .. .. .. .. .. . . 41
Steering and ignition
lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Emergency on/off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Hazard warning lights sys-
tem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Time and date .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . 52
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 54
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Tank cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Storage compartments . . . . . . 57
5 Setting .. .. .. .. .. . .. .. .. .. 59
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
6 Riding .. .. .. .. .. . .. .. .. .. . 63
Safety instructions .. . . . . . . . . 64
Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Maxi-Scooter Parking . . . . . . . 70
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Secure motorcycle for trans-
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
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7 Technology in
detail .. . .. .. .. .. .. . .. .. .. . 75
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 76
Antilock Brake System
(ABS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Tire pressure control
(TPC/RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
8 Maintenance . . . .. .. . .. .. 81
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 82
Standard tool kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Wheel rims and tyres . . . . . . . . 93
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Fairings and panels . . . . . . . 110
Diagnostic connector . . . . . . 113
9 Accessories . .. .. .. . .. . 115
General instructions . . . . . . . 116
Onboard power
sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Topcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Scooter lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Navigation system . . . . . . . . . 120
10 Care . . .. .. .. .. .. . .. .. . 123
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Washing your motorcy-
cle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Cleaning sensitive motorcy-
cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Paint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Paint preservation . . . . . . . . . 126
Maxi-Scooter Storage . . . . . 126
Maxi-Scooter Returning to
use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
11 Technical data . . . .. . 127
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 128
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 129
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . 133
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . 136
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 137
Alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Dimensions .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Performance data . . . . . . . . . 141
12 Service . . .. . .. .. .. .. .. 143
Reporting safety
defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
BMW Motorrad Service . . . 145 BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Maintenance proce-
dures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Maintenance schedule . . . . 149
Confirmation of mainte-
nance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Confirmation of service . . . . 164
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13 Appendix . .. .. .. .. . .. . 167
Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
14 Index . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 169
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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

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You will find an overview of your Maxi-Scooter in Chapter 2 of the
6
Owner's Handbook. All main­tenance and repair work carried out on your vehicle will be doc­umented in Chapter 12. Doc­umentation confirming perfor­mance of scheduled mainte­nance is a precondition for gen­erous handling of out-of-warranty claims and goodwill warranty treatment. When the time comes to sell your MaxiScooter, please re­member to hand over this Rider's Manual; it is an important part of
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your motorcycle.

Abbreviations and symbols

CAUTION Hazard with
low risk. Failure to avoid this hazard can result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING Hazard with
moderate risk. Failure to avoid this hazard can result in death or serious injury.
DANGER Hazard with high
risk. Failure to avoid this hazard results in death or serious injury.
ATTENTION Special in-
structions and precaution­ary measures. Non-compliance can cause damage to the vehi­cle or accessories and warranty claims may be denied as a result.
NOTICE Special informa-
tion on operating 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 extra.
BMW Motorrad optional extras are already com­pletely installed during motorcycle production.
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OA Optional accessory.
BMW Motorrad op­tional accessories can be purchased and in­stalled at your autho­rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Electronic immobilizer.
EWS
DWA
Anti-theft alarm.
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.
ASC Automatic Stability Con-
trol.
CVT Continuously variable
transmission. Transmission with step­lessly adjustable ratio
TPC Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC).

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 Maxi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 per­formance data contained this Rider's Manual refer to the Ger­man DIN standards and comply with their tolerance specifications. 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 motorcycle 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 recognized based on the data,
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illustrations or descriptions in this manual.
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Overviews

General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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General view, left side

1 Brake-fluid reservoir for
rear brake ( 90)
2 Fuel filler opening (under
the tank cover) ( 71)
3 Adjusting spring preload
( 61)
4 Oil filler opening and oil
dipstick (under the foot­board) ( 84)
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General view, right side

1 Brake-fluid reservoir for
front brake ( 89)
2 Type plate (on the right of
the head tube)
3 Under the fairing side
panel: Battery ( 108) Fuses ( 99) Diagnostic connector ( 113)
4 Vehicle identification num-
ber (on the right-hand frame tube)
5 Coolant level indicator
(through cutout in fairing side panel) ( 91)
6 Coolant expansion tank
(under the step plate sup­port) ( 92)
7 Operating passenger seat
heater ( 55)
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Underneath seat

2
1 Rider's Manual (US Model) 2 Onboard tool kit ( 82)
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3 Load capacity table
Tyre inflation pressure ta­ble Note on calibrating the ASC
4 Release of rear storage
compartment (BMW Flex­case) ( 57)
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Multifunction switch, left

1 High-beam headlight and
headlight flasher ( 44)
2 Hazard warning lights sys-
tem ( 44)
3 Turn indicators ( 45) 4 Horn 5 TRIP/INFO rocker switch
Selecting displays ( 45) Resetting trip odometer ( 46) Resetting average data ( 46) Calling up the SETUP menu ( 47)
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Multifunction switch,
2
right
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1 Heated handlebar grips
( 54)
2 Seat heating ( 54) 3 Emergency on/off switch
(kill switch) ( 43)
4 Starter button ( 66)
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Cockpit

1 Speedometer 2 Multifunction display
( 21) Warning and indicator lights ( 20)
3 Windshield adjustment
( 60)
4 Storage compartment
( 57)
5 Tank cover release (inte-
grated in steering and igni­tion lock) ( 71)
6 Seat bench release (in-
tegrated in steering and ignition lock) ( 56)
7 Storage compartment
( 57) Outlet (in the storage com­partment) ( 116)
8 Connector for optional ac-
cessories (under the han­dlebar fairing)
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Displays

Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . 20
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Distance traveled since fuel reached
reserve level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Oil level indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Outside temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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Indicator and warning
3
lights
20
1 Turn indicator, left 2 General warning light
( 22)
3 Photosensor for detecting
ambient brightness Alarm system LED ( 53)
4 Turn indicator, right 5 ABS ( 30)
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6 Fuel reserve ( 36) 7 Emission warning light
( 28)
8 High-beam headlamp 9 ASC ( 31)
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Multifunction display

1 Fuel fill level indicator 2 Set heating stage ( 54) 3 Text field for warnings
( 22)
4 Warning symbols ( 22) 5 Tripmeter ( 46)
Service display ( 37) Display of distance driven since reaching fuel reserve ( 38)
6 Rear storage compartment
( 57)
7 Tachometer 8 Onboard computer dis-
plays ( 45)
9 Clock ( 48) 10 Set heating stage ( 54)
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Warning lights

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Display
22
Warnings are displayed with ap­propriate warning lights.
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Warnings for which no sepa­rate warning light is provided are signaled by the general warn­ing light 1 which is accompa­nied by a warning notice in posi­tion 2 such as EWS! or a warn­ing symbol 3 in the multifunction display. The universal warning light lights up in either yellow or red de-
pending on the urgency of the warning. If several warnings are active, all corresponding warning lights and warning symbol are displayed; warnings appear alternately. You will find an overview of the potential warnings on the follow­ing pages.
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Overview of warning indicators Indicator and warning
lights
lights up yellow
Warning symbols in the display panel
appears on the display
EWS! is indicated
Meaning
Outside temperature warning ( 27)
EWS active ( 27)
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lights up red appears on the
display
lights up yellow appears on the
display
Coolant temperature too high ( 27)
Engine oil level too low ( 28)
OIL CHECK is
indicated
lights up yellow Emission warning ( 28)
lights up yellow appears on the
lights up yellow
display
flashes Severe fault in the engine management
Engine in emergency-operation mode ( 28)
system ( 29)
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Indicator and warning
3
lights
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lights up yellow
lights up yellow
lights up yellow
flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed
lights up
flashes rapidly ASC intervention ( 31)
Warning symbols in the display panel
+ LAMP! is dis­played
+ LAMP! is dis­played
+ LAMP! is dis­played
Meaning
Taillight defective ( 29)
Headlight bulb defective ( 29)
Tail light and headlight bulb defective ( 30)
( 30)
ABS error ( 30)
flashes slowly ASC self-diagnosis not completed
lights up
( 31)
ASC switched off ( 31)
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Indicator and warning lights
lights up
Warning symbols in the display panel
Meaning
ASC error ( 31)
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lights up
lights up yellow appears on the
flashes red
flashes red
flashes red
CAL. flashes. ASC calibration not yet completed
display
appears on the display
The critical tire inflation pressure flashes
appears on the display
The critical tire inflation pressure flashes
appears on the display
( 31)
Rear storage compartment (BMW Flex­case) opened ( 32)
Front tire inflation pressure is outside approved range ( 32)
Rear tire inflation pressure is outside ap­proved range ( 33)
Tire inflation pressure of both tires is outside approved range ( 33)
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Indicator and warning
3
lights
26
lights up yellow appears on the
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lights up yellow
Warning symbols in the display panel
tire inflation pres­sures flash
"--" or "--:--" is indicated
display
"--" or "--:--" is indicated
RDC! is indicated
Meaning
Tire inflation pressure of both tires is outside approved range ( 33)
Transmission error ( 34)
TPC/RDC sensor defective or system fault ( 35)
TPC/RDC sensor battery low ( 35)
DWA! is displayed
lights up yellow
lights up red appears on the
lights up Fuel down to reserve ( 36)
DWA! is displayed
display
Anti-theft alarm battery low charge ( 35)
Anti-theft alarm battery discharged ( 36)
Battery charge current insufficient ( 36)
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Outside temperature 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).
WARNING
Risk of black ice, even above 37 °F (3 °C)
Accident hazard
At a low outside temperature, icy conditions must expected on bridges and in shady road areas.
Think well ahead when driving.
EWS active
General warning light shows yellow.
EWS! is indicated.
Possible cause: The ignition key being used is
not authorized for start up, or communication between the igni­tion key and engine electronics is disrupted.
Remove other ignition keys located on the ignition key. Use the second ignition key. Have the defective ignition key replaced, preferably by a BMW Motorrad partner.
Coolant temperature too high
General warning light shows red.
Temperature symbol is dis­played.
ATTENTION
Riding with overheated en­gine
Engine damage
Be sure to observe the mea­sures listed below.
Possible cause: Coolant level is too low.
Checking coolant level ( 91).
If coolant level is too low:
Have the coolant system checked at a specialist service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Possible cause: The coolant or engine oil temper-
ature too high.
If possible, continue driving in the part-load range to cool down the engine. Should the coolant or engine oil temperature frequently be too high, have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by an authorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Engine oil level too low
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General warning light shows yellow.
Oil level symbol appears on the display.
OIL CHECK is indicated.
Possible cause: The electronic oil level sensor
has detected that the engine's oil level is too low. Check the
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oil level on the oil dipstick at the next refueling stop:
Checking engine oil level ( 84).
If oil level is too low:
Top up engine oil.
Emission warning
The malfunction indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Possible cause: The engine control unit has diag-
nosed a fault.
Have the fault eliminated at your convenience at a spe­cialist workshop, preferably a BMW Motorrad partner. You may continue to drive if the pollutant emission is above the setpoint values.
Engine in emergency­operation mode
General warning light shows
yellow.
Engine symbol appears on
the display.
WARNING
Unusual handling when en­gine is in emergency operat­ing mode
Accident hazard
Adapt riding style: avoid rapid acceleration and passing maneuvers.
Possible cause: The engine control unit has di-
agnosed a fault. The engine is running in the emergency-opera­tion mode.
Continued driving is possible, however the accustomed en­gine performance may not be available. If the pollutant emission is above the setpoint values, the malfunction indicator lamp also lights up. In exceptional cases, the en­gine stops and can no longer be started. Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
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Severe fault in the engine management system
General warning light shows yellow.
The engine symbol flashes.
WARNING
Damage to the engine when it is in the emergency operat­ing mode
Accident hazard
Adapt riding style: ride slowly, avoid rapid acceleration and passing maneuvers. If possible, have the motorcycle picked up and the malfunction source eliminated by a special­ized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Possible cause: The engine control unit has di-
agnosed a fault, which may lead to severe secondary faults (e.g. overheating). The engine is in the emergency-operation mode.
Avoid high load and engine speed ranges if possible. Continued driving is not recom­mended. If the pollutant emission is above the setpoint values, the malfunction indicator lamp also lights up. Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Taillight 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.
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WARNING
Overlooking the vehicle in traffic due to a defective light source on the vehicle
Safety risk
Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; it is best always to carry a complete set of spare bulbs on the motorcycle.
Possible cause: Low-beam headlight or high-
beam headlight defective.
Replacing bulbs for low-beam and high-beam headlight ( 101).
Possible cause: Parking light defective.
Replacing parking light bulb ( 102).
Tail light and headlight bulb defective
General warning light shows
yellow.
+ LAMP! is displayed.
Possible cause: The tail light and one headlight
bulb are defective.
See the fault descriptions above.
ABS self-diagnosis not completed
ABS warning lamp flashes.
Possible cause: The self-diagnosis routine
was not completed; the ABS function is not available. The MaxiScooter must reach a speed of at least 3 mph (5 km/h) before ABS self-diagnosis 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 ( 77). Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an au­thorized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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ASC intervention
ASC warning light flashes
rapidly. ASC has detected instability at the rear wheel and responded by reducing the torque. The ASC warning light flashes longer than the ASC intervention lasts. This feature continues to furnish the rider with visual feedback con­firming that the system has initi­ated active closed-loop interven­tion even after the critical situa­tion has passed.
ASC self-diagnosis not completed
ASC warning light flashes
slowly.
Possible cause:
ASC self-diagnosis rou­tine not completed
The MaxiScooter must reach a specified minimum speed with the engine running before the system can check opera­tion of the wheel speed sen­sors:
min 3 mph (min 5 km/h)
Ride off slowly. It must be noted that the ASC function is not available until the self­diagnosis has been completed.
ASC switched off
ASC warning light lights up.
Possible cause: The ASC system has been deac-
tivated by the rider.
Switch on ASC ( 51).
ASC error
ASC warning light lights up.
Possible cause: The ASC control unit has de-
tected an error.
It remains possible to continue riding. It must be noted that the ASC function is not avail­able. You should also take ac­count of the additional informa­tion on situations that can lead to an ASC fault ( 78). Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ASC calibration not yet completed
ASC warning light lights up.
CAL. flashes.
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Possible cause:
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The ASC calibration is not yet completed
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Finish or repeat ASC calibration. Calibrating ASC ( 51). Canceling ASC calibration: Switch the ignition on and off.
Rear storage compartment (BMW
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Flexcase) opened
General warning light shows yellow.
The storage compartment is displayed.
Possible cause: The storage compartment under
the seat bench (BMW Flexcase) is opened.
WARNING
Storage compartment open during the journey.
Accident hazard
Stop as soon as possible and check the storage compart­ment lock. Do not drive with the storage compartment open.
Close the storage compart­ment (BMW Flexcase).
Front 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 upward is dis-
Possible cause: The measured front tire inflation
pressure is outside the permissi­ble tolerance.
Check tire for damage and
suitability for continued use. If it is still possible to drive with tire:
WARNING
Tire inflation pressure is out­side approved range.
Poorer handling characteristic of the motorcycle.
Adapt your style of riding
accordingly.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
the next opportunity.
NOTICE
Before adjusting the tire inflation pressure, observe the information on temperature compensation and on inflation pressure adjust-
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ment in the chapter "Technology in detail".
Have the tire checked for dam­age at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer. If you are unsure about the tire's suitability for continued riding:
Do not continue riding.
Contact roadside service.
Rear tire inflation pressure is outside approved range
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
played.
The critical tire-inflation pressure flashes.
OE
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
suitability for continued use. If it is still possible to drive with tire:
WARNING
Tire inflation pressure is out­side approved range.
Poorer handling characteristic of the motorcycle.
Adapt your style of riding
accordingly.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
the next opportunity.
NOTICE
Before adjusting the tire inflation pressure, observe the information on temperature compensation and on inflation pressure adjust-
ment in the chapter "Technology in detail".
Have the tire checked for dam­age at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer. If you are unsure about the tire's suitability for continued riding:
Do not continue riding.
Contact 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.
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General warning light flashes red.
Tire symbol with arrows pointing upward and down-
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permissible tolerance.
Check tire for damage and
suitability for continued use. Are the tires still suitable for driv­ing:
WARNING
Tire inflation pressure is out-
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side approved range.
Poorer handling characteristic of the motorcycle.
Adapt your style of riding
accordingly.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
the next opportunity.
NOTICE
Before adjusting the tire inflation pressure, observe the information on temperature compensation and on inflation pressure adjust-
ment in the chapter "Technology in detail".
Have the tire checked for dam­age at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer. If you are unsure about the driv­ability of the tires:
Do not continue riding.
Contact roadside service.
Transmission error
with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
"--" or "--:--" is indicated. Possible cause:
The motorcycle'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 ( 79).
Watch the TCP/RDC display
at a higher rate of speed. A
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continuous error is only present if the general warning light also lights up. In this case: Have fault eliminated at a spe­cialist service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Possible cause: There is a fault in the radio con-
nection to the TPC/RDC sensors. 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 contin­uous error is only present if the general warning light also lights up. In this case: Have fault eliminated at a spe­cialist service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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TPC/RDC sensor defective or system fault
with Tire Pressure Control (TPC/RDC)
"--" or "--:--" is indicated. Possible cause:
Wheels without TPC/RDC sen­sors are fitted.
Retrofit wheels with TPC/RDC sensors.
Possible cause: One or two TPC/RDC sensors
have failed.
Have fault eliminated at a spe­cialist service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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General warning light shows yellow.
Tire symbol appears on the display.
Possible cause: A system fault has occurred.
Have fault eliminated at a spe­cialist service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
TPC/RDC sensor battery low
with Tire Pressure Control (TPC/RDC)
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General warning light shows yellow.
RDC! is indicated.
NOTICE
This fault message is only shown for a short time immediately fol­lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
Possible cause: The TPC/RDC sensor battery
no longer has its full capacity. Operation of the tire pressure
control is only guaranteed for a limited period.
Contact an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Anti-theft alarm battery low charge
with anti-theft alarm system
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(DWA)
DWA! is displayed.
NOTICE
This fault message is only shown for a short time immediately fol­lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
Possible cause: The anti-theft alarm battery no
longer has its full capacity. The operation of the DWA is only guaranteed for a limited period with the battery disconnected.
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Anti-theft alarm battery discharged
with anti-theft alarm system
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(DWA)
General warning light shows yellow.
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DWA! is displayed.
NOTICE
This fault message is only shown for a short time immediately fol­lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
Possible cause: The anti-theft alarm system
battery is completely discharged. Operation of the DWA is no longer guaranteed when the vehicle's battery is disconnected.
Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Battery charge current insufficient
General warning light shows red.
Battery symbol appears in the display.
WARNING
Discharged battery causes various motorcycle systems to fail, such as the lighting, engine or ABS
Accident hazard
Do not continue riding.
The battery is not being charged. If you continue driving, the mo­torcycle electronics will discharge the battery.
Possible cause: Alternator or alternator drive de-
fective.
Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Fuel down to reserve
Fuel reserve symbol lights up.
WARNING
Rough engine running or switching off of the engine due to a fuel shortage
Accident hazard, damage to cat­alytic converter
Do not drive to the extent that the fuel tank is completely empty.
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Possible cause: At the most, the fuel tank still
contains the reserve fuel quantity.
Fuel reserve
Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx. 3 l)
Refueling ( 71).

Service display

If service is due within a month, the service date 1 is displayed.
If service is due within 700 miles, the remaining distance 2 is dis­played and is counted down in steps of 100 miles. It is briefly displayed following the Pre-Ride­Check.
When a service date
elapses without service, the general warning light lights up in yellow, appearing together with the date and mileage (kilometerage) display. The SERVICE message is displayed continuously.
NOTICE
If the service display appears more than a month before the service date, the current day's date must be reset in the in­strument cluster. This situa­tion can occur if the battery was disconnected.
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Distance traveled since
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fuel reached reserve level
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The distance traveled 1 since reaching the fuel reserve is dis­played by the symbol 2. This odometer is reset and no longer displayed once the fuel reserve quantity is exceeded.

Oil level indicator

The oil level display 1 provides information on the oil level in the engine. This display can only be activated when the vehicle is stopped.
The conditions required for using the oil level display are as follows:
Engine at normal operating temperature. Engine idling for at least ten seconds. Side stand retracted.
Maxi-Scooter is positioned ver­tically.
The displays which may appear in positions 1 and 2 mean the following:
OIL OK: Oil level correct. OIL CHECK: Check oil level
during next refueling stop.
OIL ---: No measurement
possible (above-mentioned con­ditions not met).
If the oil level is too low, the corresponding warning
symbol is displayed.

Outside temperature

When the outside temper-
ature drops 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
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reading when the temperature drops below this threshold for the first time.

Tire inflation pressures

with Tire Pressure Control (TPC/RDC)
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ter switching on the ignition,
--:-- is displayed, as the
transmission of the tire pres­sure values does not begin until a speed of 19 mph (30 km/h) is exceeded for the first time.
If the general warning
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.
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The displayed tire inflation pres­sures refer to a tire air 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 af-
Further information on BMW Motorrad TPC/RDC can be found from page ( 79) onwards.
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Operation

Steering and ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Emergency on/off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Hazard warning lights system . . . . . . . 44
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Tank cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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Steering and ignition
4
lock
42
Ignition key
You receive two ignition keys.
with Topcase
The Topcase can also be op­erated using the same ignition key if desired. Please contact an authorized workshop for this pur­pose, preferably an authorized
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BMW Motorrad retailer.
Locking handlebars
Turn handlebars to left.
OA
Turn key to position 3 while moving handlebars slightly. Ignition, lights and all electrical circuits are switched off. Handlebars are locked. Left-hand storage compart­ment is locked. Key can now be removed.
Switching on ignition
Turn the ignition key to the ON position. Parking lights and all function circuits switched on. Engine can be started. Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. ( 66) ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ( 67) ASC self-diagnosis is per­formed. ( 68)
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Switch off ignition
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. 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.

Emergency on/off switch (kill switch)

1 Emergency on/off switch
(kill switch)
WARNING
Operation of the emergency ON/OFF switch when riding
Danger of falling due to blocking of rear wheel
Do not operate the emergency ON/OFF switch when riding.
The engine can be switched off easily and quickly using the emergency on/off switch.
a Engine is switched off b Operating position

Lights

Low-beam headlight and parking lights
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.
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NOTICE
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.
High-beam headlight and headlight flasher
Pull switch 1 toward rear to actuate headlight flasher.
Parking lights
Switch off ignition.

Hazard warning lights system

Operate hazard warning flashers
Switch on the ignition.
NOTICE
The hazard warning flashers place a strain on the battery. Do not use the hazard warning flashers for longer than absolutely necessary.
Press switch 1 toward front to switch on high-beam headlight.
Immediately after switching off ignition, push button 1 to left and hold it until parking lights come on. Switch ignition on and then off again to switch off parking light.
NOTICE
If a turn indicator button is pressed with the emergency flashing function 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.
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Press button 1 to switch on hazard warning flashers. Ignition can be switched off. Switch on ignition and press button 1 again to switch off hazard warning flashers.

Turn indicators

Operating turn indicators
Switch on the ignition.
Press button 1 to left to switch on left-side turn indicators. Press button 1 to right to switch on right-side turn indicators. Press button 1 into center po­sition to switch off turn indica­tors.
NOTICE
The turn indicators automati­cally switch off when the defined driving time and distance have been reached. The defined rid­ing time and distance can be set
by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Factory setting: Riding time = 10 s Distance = 200 m

Display

Selecting display readings
Switch on the ignition.
Briefly press TRIP 1 in each case to select the display in
section 3. The following data can be dis­played:
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Odometer Trip odometer 1 TRIP 1
4
Trip odometer 2 TRIP 2
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The automatic trip distance
TRIP A is automatically re-
set if at least five hours have passed since the ignition was switched off and the date has changed. Fuel reserve reached: Distance traveled since this point in time Call up the settings menu:
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SETUP
Briefly press INFO 2 in each case to select the display in section 4.
The following data can be dis­played:
Ambient temperature TEMP Average speed ØSPEED Average fuel consumption
ØFUEL
Current fuel consumption
FUEL
Date DATE Oil level indicator OIL
with Tire Pressure Control (TPC/RDC)
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RDC tire pressures
Resetting trip odometer
Switch on the ignition. Select tripmeter. The desired trip odometer is displayed.
Hold down TRIP 1 until the trip odometer 3 has been re­set. Trip mileage = 0.0
Resetting average data
Switch on the ignition. Select average fuel consump­tion or average speed. The desired average value is displayed.
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Hold down INFO 2 until the displayed average value 4 re­sets. Average value = 0.0

SETUP

Selecting the SETUP
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Requirement
The onboard computer is dis­played.
Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly until SETUP 3 is displayed. Press and hold TRIP 1 to start
SETUP.
The dividing line 4 is hidden.
SETUP CLOCK is displayed.
Briefly press TRIP 1 in each
case to select the following
parameter in SETUP.
Set time display CLOCK.
Set the date DATE.
Switch ASC on or off ASC
ON / ASC OFF; or calibrate
ASC ASC CAL.
with anti-theft alarm system
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(DWA)
Automatically activate the alarm
function of the anti-theft alarm
system after switching off the
ignition DWA ON or leave de-
activated DWA OFF.
Exit SETUP EXIT.
Exit SETUP
Requirement
There are four ways to exit SETUP.
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Press and hold TRIP 1. The on-board computer is dis­played.
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Alternatively: Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly until
SETUP EXIT is displayed.
Press and hold INFO 2. The on-board computer is dis­played. Alternate method: Switch the ignition off and then on. The on-board computer is dis­played. Alternatively: Drive off.
Speed for the operation is in SETUP
max 6 mph (max 10 km/h)
When the permissible speed for operation is exceeded,
SETUP ends.
The on-board computer is dis­played. All settings are saved irre­spective of how SETUP was closed.

Time and date

Set clock
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition. The onboard computer is dis­played.
Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly until SETUP 3 is displayed. Press and hold TRIP 1 to start
SETUP.
The dividing line 4 is hidden.
SETUP CLOCK is displayed.
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Press and hold INFO 2 to set the hours. Hours 7 flash. Briefly press TRIP 1 to in­crease hours. Briefly press INFO 2 to reduce hours. When the hours have been set as desired, press and hold INFO 2. Minutes 6 flash. Briefly press TRIP 1 to in­crease minutes. Briefly press INFO 2 to reduce minutes.
When the minutes have been set as desired, press and hold INFO 2. The minutes 6 no longer flash. Check the setting on the time display 8. The clock is now set. Press and hold TRIP 1. The on-board computer is dis­played.
Set date
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition. The onboard computer is dis­played. Selecting the SETUP ( 47).
SETUP 3 is started. The dividing line 4 is hidden.
SETUP DATE is displayed.
Press and hold INFO 2.
The year 6 flashes.
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Briefly press TRIP 1 to move the year forwards.
4
Briefly press INFO 2 to move
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the year backwards. When the year has been set as desired, press and hold INFO 2. The month 8 flashes. Briefly press TRIP 1 to move the month forwards. Briefly press INFO 2 to move the month backwards.
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When the month has been set as desired, press and hold INFO 2. The day 7 flashes. Briefly press TRIP 1 to move the day forwards. Briefly press INFO 2 to move the day backwards. When the day has been set as desired, press and hold INFO 2. The day 7 no longer flashes. The clock is now set.
Press and hold TRIP 1. The on-board computer is dis­played.

Automatic Stability Control (ASC)

Deactivating ASC
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition. The onboard computer is dis­played. Selecting the SETUP ( 47).
SETUP 3 is started. The dividing line 4 is hidden.
SETUP ASC is displayed.
Briefly press INFO 2 to switch between 5 ASC ON 5 and
ASC OFF. SETUP ASC OFF is dis-
played.
ASC warning light lights up.
ASC is switched off.
Press and hold TRIP 1 to exit
SETUP.
The onboard computer is dis­played. Even with ASC switched off, engine speed is governed to
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prevent extreme acceleration of the rear wheel while clear of the ground. This is in order to protect the drive train.
Switch on ASC
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition. The onboard computer is dis­played. Selecting the SETUP ( 47).
SETUP 3 is started. The dividing line 4 is hidden.
SETUP ASC is displayed.
Briefly press INFO 2 to switch between 5 ASC ON and
ASC OFF 5. SETUP ASC ON is displayed.
ASC warning light stays out or flashes until the self-
diagnosis is completed.
ASC is switched on. Press and hold TRIP 1 to exit
SETUP.
The onboard computer is dis­played. Alternatively, switch the ignition off and on again.
If the ASC warning light con-
tinues to light up after switch-
ing the ignition off and then
on again, an ASC fault has oc-
curred.
Calibrating ASC
Requirement
Reduced stability reserves of the ASC control after tire change.
NOTICE
Calibrating means that the con­trol is adapted to the effective tire radii of the front and rear wheel. The effective tire radius depends on the tire make, tread depth, tire pressure and load. Calibrate the ASC control after every tire change to compensate for changes in the tire radii. Calibrate the ASC control regu­larly as tire wear progresses to maintain optimum operation.
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Switch on ASC ( 51).
SETUP ASC ON is displayed.
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Press and hold INFO 2 to start calibration.
CAL. 3 flashes.
ASC warning light begins to light up.
TRIP 1 and INFO 2 have no function. The menu item can only be closed by switching the ignition off and on.
Calibration starts up and waits for the MaxiScooter to be driven.
ATTENTION
ASC is not available until calibration is completed
Accident hazard
Carry out calibration on a flat and straight stretch of road that has good adhesion.
Travel straight ahead and keep the speed constant within the following speed range for 6 seconds.
Speed range for ASC calibration
The MaxiScooter must be driven straight ahead in a spe­cific speed range:
19...31 mph (30...50 km/h) ASC is calibrated.
ASC warning light goes out.
The onboard computer is dis­played. ASC calibration is completed. You may continue driving.

Anti-theft alarm (DWA)

with anti-theft alarm system
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(DWA)
Activate DWA
Switching on ignition ( 42). Adjust DWA ( 53). Switch off ignition. If the DWA is activated, the DWA is automatically activated after the ignition is switched off. Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete. Turn indicators are illuminated twice.
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Confirmation tone sounds twice (if programmed).
Alarm signal
The DWA alarm can be set off by:
Motion sensor Switching on ignition with an unauthorized motorcycle key. Disconnecting the DWA from the motorcycle battery (DWA battery takes over the power supply – alarm sound only, haz­ard warning lights do not flash).
If the DWA battery is discharged all functions remain operational; the only difference is that the alarm cannot be set off if the system is disconnected from the motorcycle battery.
The duration of the alarm sig­nal is approx. 26 seconds. Dur­ing the DWA alarm, an alarm tone sounds and the indica­tors flash. The type of alarm
sound can be set by an autho­rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
If a DWA alarm was activated while the motorcycle was unattended, the driver is notified accordingly by an alarm tone sounding once when the ignition is switched on. The DWA LED then indicates the reason for the DWA alarm for one minute.
Light signals on DWA LED:
1 flash: Motion sensor 1 2 flashes: Motion sensor 2 3 flashes: Ignition switched on with unauthorized motorcycle key 4 flashes: DWA disconnected from motorcycle battery 5 flashes: motion sensor 3
Deactivate DWA
Switching on ignition ( 42). Turn indicators light up once. Confirmation tone sounds once (if programmed).
DWA is now switched off.
Adjust DWA
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition. The onboard computer is dis­played. Selecting the SETUP ( 47).
SETUP 3 is started. The dividing line 4 is hidden.
SETUP DWA is displayed.
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Briefly press INFO 2 to switch between DWA ON 5 and
DWA OFF.
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The following settings are avail­able:
DWA ON: DWA is activated
respectively is activated auto­matically when the ignition is switched off.
DWA OFF: DWA is deacti-
vated. Press and hold TRIP 1 to exit
SETUP.
The onboard computer is dis­played.

Heated handlebar grips

with heated handlebar grips
Operating heated grips
Start engine.
NOTICE
The heated grips option can only be activated when the engine is running.
Press button 1 repeatedly un­til desired heating level 2 is shown.
The handlebar grips can be heated manually at two levels
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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:
Heater output is automat-
ically adjusted in depen­dence on ambient temperature, speed and engine speed.
100 % heating output
Approx. 50 % heater out-
put

Seat heating

with seat heating
Operating driver's seat heater
Start engine.
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NOTICE
Seat heating can be activated only when the engine is running.
The following displays are avail­able:
Heater output is automat-
ically adjusted in depen­dence on ambient temperature, speed and engine speed.
100 % heating output
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Press button 1 repeatedly un­til desired heating level 2 is
shown. The rider`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.
Approx. 50 % heater out­put
Operating passenger seat heater
Start engine.
NOTICE
Seat heating can be activated only when the engine is running.
Operate the rocker switch 1 on the side with two dots, to switch on the high heater out­put HIGH. Operate the rocker switch 1 on the side with one dot, to switch on the low heater output LOW. Set the rocker switch 1 to the center position, to switch off seat heating.
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Seat

Operating seat
Switch off ignition.
The set level 2 is shown in the
display. The second stage is
used to quickly heat up the pas-
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senger seat; then the switch
should be switched back to the
first stage. The following displays
are available:
Approx. 50 % heater out­put
100 % heating output
Insert the ignition key into the steering lock and then turn it clockwise.
If seat is jammed, press down at rear and then raise at rear. To close, press seat into lock­ing device at rear.

Tank cover

Unlocking the tank cover
Refueling ( 71).
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Storage compartments

Operating front storage compartments
To open a storage compart-
ment, pull corresponding re-
lease lever 1 downward.
To close a storage compart-
ment, press corresponding
door into locking device.
NOTICE
The left-hand storage compart­ment is locked together with the steering lock.
Operating rear storage compartment (BMW Flexcase)
Open seat. Operating seat ( 56).
NOTICE
The lighting of the storage com­partment is switched on when the ignition is switched on. After switching off the ignition, the storage compartment re­mains illuminated 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.
If the ignition is switched on, the storage compart-
ment symbol is displayed.
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To store two helmets in the storage compartment, position the helmets as shown in the
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picture. Close seat.
To continue the journey, open the seat bench. Emptying the storage compart­ment Pull the floor upwards 2 using the lever 3 into the lock.
If the ignition is switched on, the storage compart-
ment symbol is hidden.
Close seat. You may continue driving.
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Setting

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
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Mirrors

5
Adjusting mirrors
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Move mirror into desired posi­tion by applying light pressure at edge.

Headlight

Adjusting headlight for
RHD/LHD traffic
This motorcycle's headlight fea-
tures a symmetrical low beam.
No special adjustments or proce-
dures are required prior to oper-
ating the motorcycle in a coun-
try 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.

Windshield

Adjusting windshield
Loosen the left and right clamping bolts 1 until the windshield can be easily adjusted. Move windshield into desired position A, B or C. Make sure that the windshield is adjusted identically on the left and right. Tighten clamping screws on left and right.
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Brakes

Adjust handbrake lever
WARNING
Modified position of the brake fluid reservoir
Air in the brake system
Do not twist the handlebar fit-
ting or the handlebars.
WARNING
Adjusting the handbrake lever while driving.
Accident hazard
Only adjust the handbrake
lever when the Scooter is
stationary.
Turn adjusting screw 1 of the left handbrake lever or adjust­ing screw 2 of the right hand­brake lever into the desired position.
NOTICE
The adjusting screw is easier to turn if you push the brake lever forwards.
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

Spring preload

Setting
It is essential to set spring preload of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the MaxiScooter. Increase spring preload when the vehicle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingly when the vehicle is lightly loaded.
Adjusting spring preload at rear wheel
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
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Basic setting of spring preload, rear
Increase from lowest preload by 3 notches. (One-up without load)
Basic setting of spring preload, rear
Increase from lowest preload by 4 notches. (One-up with load)
Increase from lowest preload by 6 notches. (Two-up and load)
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Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Riding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Maxi-Scooter Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Secure motorcycle for transport . . . . 73
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Rider's Equipment
64
Do not drive without the correct
clothing:
Helmet Rider's suit Gloves Boots
This applies even to short
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journeys, 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.
Load
WARNING
Reduced riding stability
caused by overloading and
uneven loading
Accident hazard
Do not exceed the gross weight limit and observe the loading information.
Adjust the spring preload set­ting to the total weight of the vehicle. 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.
Topcase payload
max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)
OA
OA
Maximum speed limit for driving with a Topcase
max 112 mph (max 180 km/h)
Speed
If you drive at high speed, always bear in mind the following exam­ples of marginal conditions that can adversely affect the drivability of your Maxi-Scooter:
Setting for the suspension sys­tem Unevenly distributed load Loose clothing Insufficient tire inflation pres­sure Tire tread in poor condition
Risk of poisoning
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which is colorless and odorless but highly toxic.
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WARNING
Harmful exhaust gas
Danger of suffocation
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Do not run the engine in
closed rooms.
Burn hazard
CAUTION
Intense heating up of engine and exhaust system while riding
Burn hazard
After parking the motorcycle,
make sure that no persons
or objects come 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. The following must be observed:
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.
ATTENTION
Unburned fuel in the catalytic converter
Damage to catalytic converter
Note the points listed for protection of the catalytic converter.
Danger of overheating
ATTENTION
Engine idling for a lengthy period while at a standstill
Overheating due to insufficient cooling; in extreme cases vehicle fire
Do not allow the engine to idle unnecessarily. After starting, ride off immediately.
Modifications
ATTENTION
Modifications to the Maxi­Scooter (e.g., engine control unit, throttle valves, clutch)
Damage to the affected parts, failure of safety-relevant func­tions. Damage caused in this way is not covered by the war­ranty.
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Do not make any modifications.
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Observe checklist

Use the following checklist to check your motorcycle at regu­lar intervals.
Requirement
Before every journey:
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Check operation of the brake system. Check operation of the lighting and signal system. Check tire tread depth ( 93). Check secure hold of topcase and luggage.
Requirement
At every third refuelling stop:
Adjusting spring preload at rear wheel ( 61). Check engine oil level ( 84).
Check front brake pad thick­ness ( 87). Checking rear brake pad thick­ness ( 87). Checking brake fluid level of front brake ( 89). Checking brake fluid level for rear brake ( 90). Checking coolant level ( 91).

Starting

Starting engine
Switch on the ignition. Pre-Ride-Check is carried out. ( 66) ABS self-diagnosis is performed. ( 67) ASC self-diagnosis is per­formed. ( 68) Operate brake.
NOTICE
Vehicle cannot be started with side stand extended. If side
stand is extended with engine running, engine stops.
Press starter button 1. Engine starts. Consult the troubleshooting chart if the engine refuses to start. ( 128)
Pre-Ride-Check
After the ignition is switched on, the instrument cluster conducts a test of the analog instruments as well as the warning and indica­tor lights in a "Pre-Ride-Check". Starting the engine before the test routine is completed will
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cancel the remainder of the rou­tine.
Phase 1
The pointer of the speedometer is run up to the end stop. The warning and indicator 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:
WARNING
Defective warning lights
Lack of display of malfunctions
Check the display of all indica-
tor and warning lights.
Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ABS self-diagnosis
The self-diagnosis routine is determining whether BMW Motorrad ABS is ready for operation. The self-diagnosis routine runs automatically when you switch on the ignition. To check the wheel speed sensors, the Maxi-Scooter must be driven a few meters.
Phase 1
Check on system components monitored by diagnostic sys­tem while motorcycle is parked.
ABS warning lamp flashes.
Phase 2
Check wheel sensors while starting off.
ABS warning lamp flashes.
ABS self-diagnosis completed
ABS warning light goes out.
If an ABS error is displayed after the ABS self-diagnosis is com­pleted:
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 an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
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ASC self-diagnosis
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The self-diagnosis routine
is determining whether
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BMW Motorrad ASC is ready for
operation. The self-diagnosis
routine runs automatically when
you switch on the ignition.
Phase 1
Check on system components
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monitored by diagnostic sys­tem while motorcycle is parked.
ASC warning light flashes slowly.
Phase 2
Checks diagnosis-capable sys­tem components when motor­cycle starts to move.
ASC warning light flashes slowly.
ASC self-diagnosis
completed
The ASC symbol is no longer displayed.
Watch all warning and indicator lights on the display.
ASC self-diagnosis rou­tine not completed
The MaxiScooter must reach a specified minimum speed with the engine running before the system can check opera­tion of the wheel speed sen­sors:
min 3 mph (min 5 km/h)
If an ASC error is displayed after the ASC self-diagnosis is com­pleted:
It remains possible to continue riding. It must be noted that the ASC function is not avail­able. Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad Retailer.
If the ASC adjusts without re­quest, too often or too soon, refer to the troubleshooting ta­ble for help. ( 128)
Riding
At engine speeds below approx­imately 1800 rpm, the centrifu­gal clutch opens and the Maxi­Scooter is idling. If the engine speed is increased, the clutch closes and the Maxi-Scooter drives off.
In the range from approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) to approxi­mately 75 mph (120 km/h), the engine operates at almost con­stant speed in the range of the maximum torque. The change in speed is achieved by CVT. This only slightly changes the engine noise in this speed range. Speeds above approximately 75 mph (120 km/h) are achieved by increasing the engine speed.
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Running in

Engine
Drive in frequently changing
load ranges prior to the pre-
delivery check.
Try to do most of your rid-
ing during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-
ing highways if possible.
Have the initial inspection per-
formed after the first 300 -
750 mls (500 - 1200 km).
Brake pads
New brake pads must be run in before they achieve their opti­mum friction force. This initial reduction in braking efficiency can be compensated for by ex­erting greater pressure on the brake levers.
WARNING
New brake pads
Extension of the braking distance, accident hazard
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 proce­dure is essential if the tires are to achieve maximum grip.
WARNING
Loss of adhesion of new tires on wet roads and at extreme angles
Accident hazard
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 on 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 progressively greater levels of force. This procedure provides ideal exploitation of the extra weight transfer to the front wheel. With the frequently instructed "forced braking," in which the brake pressure is gen­erated as quickly as possible and
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with great force, dynamic load
distribution lags behind the pro-
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rate and the braking force cannot
be completely transferred to the
road surface. It would cause the
front wheel to lock up.
Locking up of the front wheel
is prevented by BMW Motorrad
ABS.
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Descending mountain
passes
WARNING
Braking only with the rear-
wheel brake when descend-
ing mountain passes
Reduced of braking action, de-
struction of the brakes caused by
overheating
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.
WARNING
Poorer braking action due to moisture and dirt
Accident hazard
Brake until brakes are dry or clean; clean if necessary.
Brake early until the full braking action is available again.

Maxi-Scooter Parking

Side stand
Switch off engine.
ATTENTION
Poor ground conditions in area of stand
Component damage cause by tipping over
Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm.
Extend side stand and park Maxi-Scooter. The parking brake prevents the motorcycle from rolling.
ATTENTION
Loading of the side stand with additional weight
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Component damage cause by tipping over
Do not sit on the motorcycle
when it is parked on the side
stands.
If the slope of the road permits,
turn the handlebars to the left.
Component damage cause by tipping over
Do not sit on the motorcycle while it is resting on the center stand.
Extend center stand and jack up Maxi-Scooter.
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
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Center stand
Switch off engine.
ATTENTION
Poor ground conditions in area of stand
Component damage cause by tipping over
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
firm.
ATTENTION
Center stand folds if subject to sharp movements.

Refueling

WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable
Fire and explosion hazard
Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank.
ATTENTION
Contact of fuel and plastic surfaces
Damage to surfaces (become unattractive or cloudy)
Immediately clean plastic sur­faces after contact with fuel.
Push the ignition key into the center position of the steering lock and then turn it counter­clockwise.
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cover 1 toward rear and then fold open toward front.
Open the fuel filler cap 2.
WARNING
Escaping of fuel due to ex­pansion under exposure to heat with overfilled fuel tank
Accident hazard
Do not overfill the fuel tank.
ATTENTION
Refueling with leaded fuel
Damage to catalytic converter
Do not refuel with leaded gaso­line or gasoline with metallic additives, e.g. manganese or iron.
Refuel with a fuel of the qual­ity specified, continuing until fuel is no higher than the lower edge of the filler neck.
NOTICE
If refueling is carried out after running on fuel reserve, the re­sulting capacity must be greater than the fuel reserve so that the new filling level is detected and the fuel reserve warning light is switched off.
Recommended fuel qual­ity
Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 89 AKI (95 ROZ/RON) 89 AKI
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Usable fuel quantity
Approx. 4.1 gal (Approx.
15.5 l)
Fuel reserve
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Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx. 3 l)
Close the fuel filler cap 2.
Press tank cover 1 into locking device.

Secure motorcycle for transport

Protect all components, along which straps are routed, against scratching. For example, use adhesive tape or soft cloths.
ATTENTION
Motorcycle tips to the side when raising
Component damage cause by tipping over
Secure the motorcycle against tipping to the side, preferably with the assistance of a second person.
Push motorcycle onto transport surface, and do not place on side stand or center stand.
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ATTENTION
Pinching of components
Component damage
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 motorcycle should be pulled
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Technology in detail

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . 76
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Tire pressure control (TPC/RDC) . . . 79
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More information on the topic of
technology is available at:
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ogy
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)
How does the 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
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dry, clean asphalt surface. The
poorer the friction coefficient of
the road surface is, the longer
the braking distance will be.
If the maximum transferable
brake force is exceeded when
the driver increases the brake
pressure, the wheels begin to
lock and driving stability is lost.
A fall can occur. Before this situation occurs, ABS intervenes and adjusts the brake pressure to the maximum transferable 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, the ABS reduces 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 road 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 Maxi-Scooter can flip over.
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WARNING
Lifting off of the rear wheel due to heavy braking
Accident hazard
When braking heavily, bear in
mind that the ABS control can-
not always be relied on to pre-
vent the rear wheel from lifting
off the ground.
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 the special condi­tions encountered under extreme weather during off-road and race­track use.
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 error is indicated. A self­diagnosis routine must be com­pleted before the error will be displayed.
Apart from problems on the BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual riding conditions can also cause a fault message to be generated.
Unusual driving conditions
When ASC is switched off: Driving on the rear wheel (wheelie) for an extended period Rear wheel rotating with the vehicle held stationary by ap­plying the front brake (burn­out).
Rear wheel skidding on a slip­pery surface for a lengthy pe­riod, for example deceleration using the engine's braking ef­fect.
Should a fault code occur due to an unusual driving condition, the ABS function can be reactivated by switching the ignition off and then on again.
How important is regular maintenance?
WARNING
Brake system not regularly serviced
Accident hazard
To ensure that the BMW Motorrad ABS is in a properly maintained condition, it is vital that the specified service intervals are kept to.
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Reserves for safety
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But remember: the potentially
shorter braking distances which
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BMW Motorrad ABS permits
must not be used as an excuse
for careless riding. ABS is pri-
marily a means of ensuring a
safety margin in genuine emer-
gencies.
Be careful in curves! When you
apply the brakes on a corner,
the motorcycle's weight and
momentum take over and even
BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to
counteract their effects.
Automatic Stability
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Control (ASC)
How does ASC work?
BMW Motorrad ASC compares
the wheel speeds of the front
and rear wheels. Differences in
the relative rotation speeds al-
low the system to determine the
slip rate, and thus the stability re-
serves at the rear wheel. The en­gine management system adapts the engine torque when the slip limit is exceeded.
Special situations
As lean angles increase, accel­eration potential is also progres­sively restricted by the laws of physics. This can result in de­layed acceleration when coming out of very tight curves.
The system compares the rota­tion speeds of the front and rear wheels to detect any tendency for the rear wheel to spin or lose traction. If the system registers implausible data for an extended period of time it will deactivate the ASC functionality as safety precaution and a display will alert you to an ASC error. A self-diag­nosis routine must be completed before the error will be displayed. Driving on the rear wheel (per­forming Wheelies) for an ex-
tended period may cause the ASC of the BMW Motorrad to switch off automatically.
If the front wheel loses contact to the ground during extreme acceleration, the ASC reduces the engine torque until the front wheel touches the ground again. BMW Motorrad recommends that you respond to this condi­tion by twisting back the throttle grip somewhat to return to stable dynamic operating conditions as quickly as possible.
On smooth surfaces never com­pletely twist the throttle grip back in an abrupt manner. The en­gine's braking torque could cause the rear wheel to lock, resulting in unstable motorcycle condi­tions. This case cannot be con­trolled by BMW Motorrad ASC.
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Slippery roads
On very loose surfaces (e.g. sand or snow) the control interven­tions of the ASC can reduce the driving power at the rear wheel to such a degree that the rear wheel no longer turns sufficiently. In this case, BMW Motorrad rec­ommends switching off the ASC temporarily. Bear in mind that the rear wheel will spin on the loose surface and close the throttle in good time before you reach a firm surface. Then switch on the ASC again.

Tire pressure control (TPC/RDC)

with Tire Pressure Control
(TPC/RDC)
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Operation
A sensor located in each tire monitors the pressure and air temperature of the tire and trans­mits this information to the con­trol unit. The sensors are equipped with a centrifugal controller that sup­presses transmission of the mea­sured values until a speed of ap­proximately 18 mph (30 km/h) is reached. Before initial recep­tion of the tire pressure, "--" is shown in the multifunction display for each tire. The sen­sors continue to transmit the monitored data for approximately 15 minutes after the motorcycle comes to a stop.
Temperature compensation
The tire inflation pressure is tem­perature dependent, i.e. it in­creases or decreases together with the tire air temperature. The
tire air temperature is dependent on the ambient temperature, the driving style and the length of the journey.
The tire pressures that appear in the multifunction display are temperature-compensated; they are adjusted for a tire air tem­perature of 68 °F (20 °C). No temperature compensation is available in the pressure gages at filling stations, meaning that the measured tire pressure varies according to tire air temperature. As a result, the pressure figures indicated by the gauges at fill­ing stations will usually vary from those appearing in the multifunc­tion display.
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Adjusting inflation
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Compare the TCP/RDC value in
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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 tire
inflation 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. It is low by 3 psi
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(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
order to produce the correct tire
inflation pressure.
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Maintenance

General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Standard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Wheel rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Jump-starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Fairings and panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Diagnostic connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
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The "Maintenance" chapter de-
scribes 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
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maintenance and repair work is
provided in the repair instructions
for your vehicle on DVD, which
you can obtain from your
BMW Motorrad partner.
Special tools and thorough spe-
cialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work
described here. If you are in
doubt, consult an authorized
workshop, preferably your au-
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Standard tool kit

1 Hook wrench
Adjusting spring preload at rear wheel ( 61).
2 Torx wrench T30
Checking engine oil level ( 84). Topping up coolant ( 92).
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
4 Removing battery
( 109).
5 Reversible screwdriver in-
sert Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
Remove body panels. Replacing rear turn indi­cator bulb ( 105). Removing battery ( 109).

Front wheel stand

Mount front wheel stand
Requirement
The base stand and its acces­sories are available through your authorized BMW Motorrad re­tailer.
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Use basic stand with front wheel mount.
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Install the spacer buffer 1 on the left and right in the lower position.
Loosen the mounting bolt 2 on the 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 the mounting bolt 2 firmly on the left and right.
ATTENTION
Lifting-off of the center stand if the vehicle is raised too high
Component damage cause by tipping over
When raising the motorcy­cle, 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 Maxi-Scooter. Ensure Maxi-Scooter is stand­ing securely.
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Engine oil

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Checking engine oil level
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ATTENTION
Incorrect oil level display af­ter long immobilization pe­riod caused by oil collecting in the oil sump instead of the oil reservoir
Misinterpretation of the oil capac­ity
Only check the oil level after a longer journey or when the engine is warm.
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Allow engine to run in neutral for one minute. Switch off ignition.
Remove screws 1. Pull cover outward at lower side and remove. Mind the re­taining lugs in position 2 while doing so.
Extend side stand.
Lift step plate support and re­move screw 1.
Remove screw 2 and screw 3. Remove the footboard 4.
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Wipe area around oil fill loca­tion to clean it.
Remove oil dipstick 1.
Clean the measuring range 2 on the oil dipstick with a dry cloth.
Position the oil dipstick on the oil filler opening, but do not screw in. Remove oil dipstick and read fluid level.
Specified level of engine oil
between MIN and MAX marking (Engine at operating temperature, merely put the oil dipstick in place, do not screw it in.)
If oil level is below MIN mark:
Add engine oil up to specified level.
Engine oil, quantity for topping up
max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l) (Dif­ference between MIN and MAX)
If oil level is above MAX mark:
Have oil level corrected at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Install oil dipstick.
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Position the footboard 4. Install screw 2 and screw 3.
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Mount cover at positions 2 and engage.
Install screws 1.

Brake system

Check 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 the parking brake, extend the side stand and try to slide the Maxi-Scooter back and forth. It must not be possible to slide
the Maxi-Scooter. If no clear resistance points can be felt or if the Maxi-Scooter can be pushed:
Have the brakes checked at an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
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Check front brake pad thickness
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
Conduct a visual inspection of the brake pad thickness. Viewing direction: left and right between wheel and front suspension toward brake pads 1.
Front brake-pad wear limit
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm) (Only friction material without carrier plate. Wear markings (grooves) must be clearly visi­ble.)
If the wear indicators are no longer clearly visible:
WARNING
Dropping below the minimum pad thickness
Reduced braking action, damage to the brake
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 brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil­ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking rear brake pad thickness
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
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Conduct a visual inspection of the brake pad thickness. 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:
WARNING
Dropping below the minimum pad thickness
Reduced braking action, damage to the brake
In order to ensure the operat-
ing reliability of the brake sys-
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their
minimum thickness.
Have brake pads replaced at
an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking brake pad thickness of parking brake
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Conduct a visual inspection of
the brake pad thickness.
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Brake-pad wear limit of parking brake
The brake disc must not be visible through the bore holes on the carrier plate (clean bore holes).
If brake pads have dropped be­low the minimum lining thickness:
ATTENTION
The parked vehicle rolls away as a result of reduced braking power caused by the
minimum lining thickness not being met
Component damage caused by tipping over, despite the side stand being extended
Do not let the lining thickness for the parking brake fall below the minimum.
Have brake pads replaced at an authorized service facil­ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking brake fluid level of front brake
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid in the brake-fluid reservoir
Considerably reduced braking performance caused by air in the brake system
Check brake fluid level regularly.
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Align handlebars so that brake­fluid reservoir is positioned hor­izontally.
Read off brake fluid level at sight glass 1 of right-hand brake-fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
The brake fluid level in the brake­fluid reservoir drops due to brake pad wear.
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Front brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
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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 defect corrected as soon as possible by an authorized workshop, preferably an autho­rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking brake fluid level for rear brake
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid in the brake-fluid reservoir
Considerably reduced braking performance caused by air in the brake system
Check brake fluid level regularly.
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Align handlebars so that brake­fluid reservoir is positioned hor­izontally.
Read off brake fluid level at
sight glass 1 of left-hand
brake-fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
The brake fluid level in the brake­fluid reservoir drops due to brake pad wear.
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Coolant

Checking coolant level
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
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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 defect corrected as soon as possible by an authorized workshop, preferably an autho­rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Read off the coolant level for the expansion tank through the opening 1 underneath the right footboard.
Setpoint setting for coolant in expansion tank
between MIN and MAX mark­ing (With cold engine)
If coolant level drops below ap­proved level:
Add coolant.
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Topping up coolant
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Remove screws 1. Take off step plate support.
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Open cover 1 and remove.
Open the cap 2 of the coolant expansion tank and top up with coolant to the specified level. Checking coolant level ( 91). Close the cap of the coolant expansion tank.
Close cover 1.
Mount step plate support.
Install screws 1.
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Tyres

Checking tyre pressure
WARNING
Incorrect tire inflation pres­sure.
Scooter driving characteristics impaired. ASC control character­istics impaired and tire service life reduced.
Ensure proper tyre inflation pressure.
WARNING
Automatic opening of verti­cally installed valve cores at high speeds.
Sudden loss of tyre inflation pressure.
Use valve caps with rubber sealing ring and screw on firmly.
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand. Check tyre pressures against data below.
Tire pressure, front
36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire cold)
Tire pressure, rear
42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (with tire cold)
If tyre pressure is too low:
Correct tyre pressure.

Wheel rims and tyres

Check wheel rims
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
Subject wheel rims to visual inspection for defects. Have damaged rims checked and, if necessary, replaced by a specialist service facil­ity, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Check tire tread depth
WARNING
Riding with heavily worn tyres
Risk of accident due to poorer rideability
If necessary, replace the tyres before the legally specified minimum tread depth is reached.
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
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Measure tire tread depth in main tread grooves with wear
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indicators.
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NOTICE
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
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When the minimum tread depth is reached:
Replace the worn tires.

Wheels

Tyre recommendation
For every size of tyre, BMW Motorrad has tested and approved certain makes as roadworthy. BMW Motorrad cannot evaluate the suitability of
other tyres, and can therefore take no responsibility for their driving safety. BMW Motorrad recommends only using the tyres tested and approved by BMW Motorrad. Detailed information can be obtained from your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer or online at:
bmw-motorrad.com
Affect of wheel size on ABS
The wheel sizes play a major role in the ABS system. The diam­eter and width of the wheels stored in the control unit have particular significance as the ba­sis for all necessary calculations. A change in these sizes resulting from conversion to wheels not installed as standard equipment can seriously affect the control efficiency of the system.
The sensor rings required for wheel speed detection must also match the system installed and must not be replaced. If you want to equip your Maxi­Scooter 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.
Effect of wheel sizes on the ASC
The wheel sizes play a major role in the ASC suspension control system. The radii of the wheels in particular are stored in the control unit as the basis for all necessary calculations. A change in these sizes resulting from con­version to wheels not installed as standard equipment can seri­ously affect the control efficiency of these systems.
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ATTENTION
Faults in the ASC caused by changing tire radii
The ASC grips despite good ad­hesion
Check the wear and pressure of both tires. Calibrate the ASC after every tire change. If there are an unexpectedly large number of ASC interven­tions: Recalibrate the ASC.
ATTENTION
Loss of the adaptation values for the radii of the tires in the Digital Motor Electronics
Accident hazard
Recalibrate the ASC after every software update.
TPC/RDC sticker
with Tire Pressure Control (TPC/RDC)
Improper tire removal
Damage to the TPC/RDC sen­sors
Inform a specialist service facility or an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer on the fact that the wheel is equipped with a TPC/RDC sensor.
On motorcycles equipped with TPC/RDC, there is a sticker on
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ATTENTION
the wheel near to the position of the TPC/RDC sensor. When changing the tire, it is important to take care not to damage the TPC/RDC sensor. Draw the at­tention of the BMW Motorrad re­tailer or tire fitter to the TPC/RDC sensor.
Removing front wheel
Remove the screws 1 and 2 on the left and right. Take off the front wheel cover toward the front.
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Remove the screw 1 and take the ABS sensor out of the bore hole. Mask off areas of wheel rim
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that could be scratched in the process of removing the brake calipers.
ATTENTION
Unintentional pressing to­gether of brake pads
Component damage when mounting the brake caliper or when pressing the brake pads apart
Do not actuate the brakes with the brake caliper removed.
Remove screws 2 of brake calipers on left and right.
Push brake pads 3 apart slightly by turning brake caliper 4 back and forth against brake rotor 5. Carefully pull brake calipers back and outward to remove them from brake rotors.
Make sure ground is level and firm and place Maxi-Scooter on its center stand.
Raise Maxi-Scooter at
front, preferably using a
BMW Motorrad front wheel
stand, until the front wheel
rotates freely.
Mount front wheel stand
( 82).
Loosen the clamping bolts 1
on the right.
Remove quick-release axle 2
while supporting wheel.
Roll front wheel forward to re-
move it.
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Installing front wheel
WARNING
Use of a wheel which does not comply with series speci­fications
Malfunctions during control inter­ventions by ABS and ASC
Please see the information on the effect of wheel sizes on the ABS and ASC chassis control systems at the beginning of this chapter.
ATTENTION
Tightening of screwed con­nections with incorrect tight­ening torque
Damage or loosening of screwed connections
Always have the tightening torques checked by a spe­cialized workshop, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
ATTENTION
Front wheel installation op­posite the running direction
Accident hazard
Observe running direction ar­rows on tire or rim.
Roll front wheel into front suspension.
Lift front wheel and install quick-release axle 2 with torque.
Quick-release axle in axle mount
22 lb/ft (30 Nm)
Tighten clamping screws 1 to specified torque.
Clamping screws (quick­release axle) in tele-
scopic forks
Tightening sequence: Tighten the screws 6 times, alternating between one and the other each time
6 lb/ft (8 Nm)
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Remove front wheel stand.
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Install screws 2 on left and right with appropriate torque.
Brake caliper on fork leg
Sensor cable wearing through
Make sure that sensor cable is routed correctly.
Insert ABS sensor into socket and fit screw 1. Remove adhesive tape from wheel rim. Apply strong pressure to the handbrake lever, pulling repeat­edly and continuing until the point of resistance can be felt.
Removing rear wheel
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Extend the side stand to acti-
vate the parking brake, or apply
the rear wheel brake.
21 lb/ft (28 Nm)
ATTENTION
Contact between the wheel speed sensor cable and the brake disc
Mount front wheel cover and install screws 1 and 2 on right and left.
Calibrating ASC ( 51).
CAUTION
Hot exhaust system
Burn hazard
Do not touch hot exhaust
system.
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