BMW K 1300 R Wartungshandbuch

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MaintenanceMaintenanceGeneral instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Engi

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

5 SocketOpen-ended spanners ofvarious sizes6 AdapterTo accommodate the 1/4" bits and the 9x12 mmand the 3/8" universal-jointadapterEngine oi

Engine oil, specified levelBetween MIN and MAXmarksIf the oil level is below the MINmark:Top up the engine oil ( 102).If the oil level is above the MA

Incorrect working practicesendanger the reliability ofthe brakes.Have all work on the brake sys-tem performed by a specialistworkshop, preferably an a

cause damage to the brake sys-tem.In order to ensure the dependab-ility of the brake system, do notpermit the brake pads to wearpast the minimum permi

cause damage to the brake sys-tem.In order to ensure the dependab-ility of the brake system, do notpermit the brake pads to wearpast the minimum permi

an authorised BMW Motorraddealer.Checking brake-fluidlevel, rear brakesMake sure the ground is leveland firm and hold the motor-cycle upright.with cen

If the pressure point is not clearlyperceptible:Have the clutch checked by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.Checking c

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

Measure the tyre tread depthin the main tread grooves withwear marks.Tyres have wear indicatorsintegrated into the maintread grooves. The tyre is worn

ant to consult a specialist work-shop beforehand, preferably anauthorised BMW Motorrad deal-er. In some cases, the data pro-grammed into the control u

with BMW Motorrad IntegralABS IIOEUnclip the two retaining clips 1holding the ABS sensor cableto the brake line.Mask off the parts of the wheelrim tha

with BMW Motorrad IntegralABS IIOERemove screw 1 and removethe ABS sensor from its bore.Place the motorcycle on anauxiliary stand; BMW Motorradrecomme

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

with BMW Motorrad IntegralABS IIOEThe cable of the ABSsensor could chafe throughif it comes into contact with thebrake disc.Make sure that the ABS sen

with centre standOAMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.Remove three bolts 1 from si-lencer cover 2.Rem

Engage first gear.Remove five bolts 1 from therear wheel, while supportingthe wheel.If you are using the BMWMotorrad rear-wheel stand:remove the retai

Turn the end silencer to itsinitial position.Insert screw 4 into the rearfootrest and tighten to the spe-cified tightening torque.Silencer to rear foo

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

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Tighten adjusting screws 1.If the motorcycle is on thecentre stand and is raisedtoo far, the centre stand will liftclear of the ground and the mo-torc

Hold the motorcycle uprightand press the handle of thestand backwards so that bothwheels of the stand are touch-ing the ground.Then press the handle d

Replacing low-beam andhigh-beam headlight bulbThe plug arrangement candiffer from the illustration,depending on the bulb to bereplaced.Make sure the g

Engage spring retainer 4 in thecatches.Close plug 3.Fit the covers 1 for the high-beam headlight or cover 2for the low-beam headlight byturning the co

Pull the bulb housing forwardto remove it and tilt it slightlydown.Remove bulb holder 2 from theheadlight housing by turning itcounter-clockwise.Remov

The headlight cable couldcatch in the steering if it isnot routed correctly.Use the appropriate retainingclips to secure electric wires atthe back of

Press bulb 2 into its socketand turn it counter-clockwise toremove.Replace the defective bulb.Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, rearRY10W / 12 V / 10

Maximum number of de-fective LEDs in rear-lightunit1 (Brake/rear light (red))1 (Number-plate light (white))Jump startingThe wires leading to thepower

Installing battery-compartmentcover ( 129).BatteryMaintenance instructionsCorrect upkeep, recharging andstorage will prolong the life ofthe battery an

Only chargers suitable forthis mode of charging canbe used to recharge the batteryvia the on-board socket. Unsuit-able chargers could cause dam-age to

General view, left side1 Clutch-fluid reservoir( 107)2 Seat lock (underneath therear light) ( 66)3 Adjuster for spring preload,rear ( 62)4 Adjuster fo

Then disconnect positivelead 2.Remove screws 3 and pull theretainer to the rear.Lift the battery up and out;work it slightly back and forthif it is di

Installing battery-compartment coverInstall battery compartmentcover 2.Install screws 1.8129zMaintenance

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CareCareCare products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Cleaning easily damaged compon-

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

If plastic parts are cleanedusing unsuitable cleaningagents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents thatcontain alcohol, solvents or

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

Technical dataTechnical dataTroubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137Engine . . . . .

Troubleshooting chartEngine does not start at all or is difficult to start.Possible cause RemedySide stand Retract the side stand ( 72).Gear engaged a

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

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Rear wheel Value ValidRear wheel to wheel flangeM10 x 1.25 x 40 tighten in diagonally opposite sequence60 NmMirrors Value ValidMirror on left/right ad

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear wheelRear wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2Rear wheel rim size 5.5" x 17"with sports wheelOE6.0" x 17"Tyre designation, rear 1

BatteryBattery, manufacturer and designation Yuasa YTX 14 BSBattery type AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) batteryBattery rated voltage 12 VBattery rated capa

FrameFrame type Light alloy weldment with bolt-on tubular steelrear frameType plate location Frame cross-tube, rearVIN location Frame side section, fr

General view, right side1 Engine oil level indicator( 101)2 Fuel filler neck ( 79)3 Battery compartment( 127)4 Brake-fluid reservoir, front( 103)5 Veh

WeightsUnladen weight 243 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 %load of fuel, without optional extrasPermissible gross weight 460 kgMaximum payl

ServiceServiceBMW Motorrad service . . . . . . . . . . . . 150BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . 150BMW Motorrad mobility services -roadside assis

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

contact the Mobile Service or-ganisation of BMW Motorrad.The specialists will provide thenecessary advice and assistance.You will find important count

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

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

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

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

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

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

Handlebar fitting, left1 High-beam headlight andheadlight flasher ( 55)2 Operating the odometer( 49)with on-board com-puterOEOperating the on-boardcom

Item OdometerreadingDate11158zService

AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABSControl, 14Engineering details, 84Operation, 57Self-diagnosis, 73Warnings, 31Anti-theft alarmTelltale light, 17Warning

Clock, 20Adjusting, 48ClutchAdjusting clutch lever, 60Checking fluid level, 107Checking operation, 106Fluid reservoir, 11Technical data, 141Confirmati

Grip heating, 59Control, 15HHandlebar fittingsGeneral view, left side, 14General view, right side, 15Hazard warning flashersControl, 14Operation, 56He

Average speed, 52Control, 14Oil level, 53Operation, 51Range, 53Warnings, 29PParking, 77Parking light, 55Power socket, 11, 92Pre-ride check, 73RRear-wh

Weights, 148Wheels and tyres, 144Telltale lights, 17Overview, 20ToolkitContents, 100Stowage, 16Torques, 137TransmissionFor starting, 72Technical data,

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K 1300 S, K 1300 R, K 1300 GT Möglicher Bremsleistungsverlust an der Vorderradbremse. Nach allen Arbeiten, die Einfluss auf den Flüssigkeitsstand

Posible pérdida de la capacidad de frenado en el freno de la rueda delantera. Una vez finalizados todos los trabajos que influyen en el nivel de líq

Handlebar fitting, right1 with heated handlebargripsSAGrip heating ( 59)2 Starter button ( 72)3 Emergency off switch (killswitch) ( 57)215zGeneral vie

Possível perda de eficácia de travagem no travão dianteiro. Depois de se efectuarem todos os trabalhos que têm influência sobre o nível do líquido n

Možna izguba zavorne moči na zavori za sprednje kolo. Po vseh delih, ki vplivajo na nivo zavorne količine v sprednjem zavornem krogotoku (npr. menja

Underneath the seat1 Luggage loops2 Rider's Manual3 Tyre pressure table andpayload table4 Standard toolkit ( 100)5 Engine-oil filler neck( 102)21

Instrument cluster1 Rev. counter2 Speedometer3 Telltale lights ( 20)4 Multifunction display( 20)5 Ambient-light brightnesssensor (for adapting thebrig

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Headlight1 Low-beam headlight2 High-beam headlight3 Side light218zGeneral views

Status indicatorsStatus indicatorsStandard status indicators . . . . . . . . . . 20Status indicators with on-boardcomputer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Standard statusindicatorsMultifunction display1 Gear indicator ( 20)2 Clock ( 48)3 Coolant temperature( 20)4 Odometer and tripmeters( 49)5 Fuel capaci

Service-due indicatorIf the next service is due in lessthan one month, the date for thenext service 1 is shown brieflyafter the Pre-Ride Check com-ple

1 Status-indicator panel ofthe on-board computer( 51)Status indicatorswith tyre pressuremonitoring (RDC)with tyre pressure monitoring(RDC)OE1 Tyre-pre

Standard warningsMode of presentationWarnings are indicated by the'General' warning light 1 show-ing in combination with a warningword, for

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningLights up yellowEWS !Appears onthe displayElectronic immobiliser active ( 26)Lights up yell

Telltale lights Status indicators MeaningLights up yellowLAMPS !Appearson the displayBulbs defective ( 29)325zStatus indicators

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

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

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

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

Bulbs defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.LAMPS !appears on the dis-play.A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk becauseit is easier for oth

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningAppears on the dis-playEngine-oil level too low ( 31)Check OilAppearson the displayAppears

Engine-oil level too lowOil-level symbol appears onthe display.Check Oilappears on thedisplay.Possible cause:The electronic oil-level sensorhas regist

The detailed descriptions relatingto BMW Motorrad Integral ABSstart on page ( 84), and youwill find an overview listing thepossible warnings on the ne

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningFlashesABS self-diagnosis not completed( 34)Lights upABS deactivated ( 34)Lights upABS faul

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

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningQuick-flashes yel-lowAppears on the dis-playASC intervention ( 36)Slow-flashes Self-diagnos

ASC interventionGeneral warning light quick-flashes yellow.ASC symbol appears onthe display.The ASC has detected a degreeof instability at the rear wh

Warning symbol 2 indicates acritical tyre pressure, and the cor-responding reading for the fronttyre pressure 3 or the rear tyrepressure 4 flashes.If

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

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningLights up yellowTyre pressure close to limit of permittedtolerance ( 39)The critical tyrepr

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

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

Battery of tyre-pressuresensor weakGeneral warning light showsyellow.RDC! appears on the display.This error message appearsonly briefly after the pre-

Warnings, overviewTelltale lights Status indicators MeaningDWALO !Appearson the displayAnti-theft alarm battery weak ( 43)Lights up yellowDWA !Appears

Anti-theft alarm batteryweakDWALO !appears on the dis-play.This error message appearsonly briefly after the pre-ride check completes.Possible cause:Th

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OperationOperationIgnition switch and steering lock . . . . 46Electronic immobiliser EWS . . . . . . . . . 47Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Luggage loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 675 Riding ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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

Press and hold down the but-ton until the hours number 3flashes.Repeatedly press the buttonuntil the hours number is cor-rect.Press and hold down the

Repeatedly press the buttonuntil the value you want ap-pears in panel 3.The following values can be dis-played:Total distance coveredTripmeter 1 (Trip

The residual-range readout 1 in-dicates how far you can ride withthe fuel remaining in the tank.This reading is not displayed untilfuel level has drop

Ambient temperatureWhen the motorcycle is at astandstill the heat of the enginecan falsify ambient-temperaturereading 1. If the effect of the en-gine&

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

The preconditions for the oil levelcheck are as follows:Engine at operating temperat-ure.Engine idling for at least tenseconds.Side stand retracted.Ma

ing on the right is the rear tyrepressure. -- -- appears dir-ectly after the ignition is switchedon, because the sensors do nottransmit tyre pressures

The turn indicators are can-celled automatically afteryou have ridden for approxim-ately 10 seconds, or covered adistance of about 200 m.Push button 1

Emergency off switch(kill switch)1 Emergency off switch (killswitch)Operating the kill switchwhen riding can causethe rear wheel to lock and thuscause

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Riding specifications . . . . . . 14811 Service .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149BMW Motorrad service.

ABS warning light remainsON.The ABS function is deactiv-ated, but the integral functionremains active.Activating ABS functionPress and hold down butto

Activating ASC functionPress and hold down button 1until the ASC symbol changesstatus.ASC symbol no longershows; if self-diagnosis hasnot completed th

The handlebar grips have two-stage heating. Stage two 2 isfor heating the grips quickly: itis advisable to switch back tostage one as soon as the grip

Turn adjusting screw 1clockwise to increase the spanbetween the brake lever andthe handlebar grip.Turn adjusting screw 1counter-clockwise to reducethe

Push the protective cap overthe threaded fastener.Spring preloadSettingIt is essential to set spring pre-load of the rear suspension tosuit the load c

An uneven surface requiressofter damping than a smoothsurface.An increase in spring preloadrequires firmer damping, a re-duction in spring preload re-

load status must be set and thedesired riding mode selected.Three load statuses can beset, with any of the three ridingmodes available for each one.Th

ESA setting then automaticallydisappears from the display.Setting load statusStart the engine.The load status cannot beset while the motorcycle isin m

If tyre pressure is too low:Correct tyre pressure.HeadlightAdjusting headlight fordriving on left/driving onrightIf the motorcycle is ridden in acount

Remove the seat and place it,upholstered side down, on aclean surface.Installing seatEngage the seat in holders 1.Firmly press down on the seatat the

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

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RidingRidingSafety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Starting . .

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

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

BrakesBrake-fluid levels, front and rearClutchClutch fluid levelShock absorber setting andspring preloadTyre-tread depth and tyrepressuresCases correc

Consult the troubleshootingchart below if the engine re-fuses to start. ( 136)Pre-ride checkThe instrument panel runs a testof the 'General'

If an indicator showing an ABSfault appears when ABS self-dia-gnosis completes:You can continue to ride. Bearin mind that neither the ABSfunction nor

Do not exceed the rpm limitsrecommended for running in.Running-in speed<7000 min-1No full-load acceleration.Avoid low engine speeds at fullload.Do

the load change. BMW Motor-rad recommends disengagingthe clutch for upshifts in thesecircumstances. It is advisable toavoid using the shift assistant

brake system, the rear brake isactivated when the handbrakelever is pressed. This protectsagainst overheating.Only use thefront brake and utilise engi

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

Use your left foot to extend theside stand fully.The side stand is designedto support only the weightof the motorcycle.Do not lean or sit on themotorc

the stand down until its curvedfeet touch the ground.Place your full body weight onthe centre stand and at thesame time pull the motorcycleto the rear

Open the fuel tank cap withthe ignition key by turning itcounter-clockwise.Refuel with fuel of the gradestated below; do not fill thetank past the bot

The motorcycle can toppleand fall on its side.Make sure that the motorcyclecannot topple sideways.Push the motorcycle onto thetransportation flat and

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Engineering detailsEngineering detailsBrake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Electronic engine m

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

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

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

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

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

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

TemperaturecompensationTyre pressure is a temperature-sensitive variable: pressure in-creases as tyre temperature risesand decreases as tyre temper-at

The combination of springmount, suspension and springrate ensure that the suspensiongeometry is always perfectlyadjusted.The static normal position is

AccessoriesAccessoriesGeneral instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Luggage . .

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

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

Maximum permissiblespeed for riding with thetank rucksack fitted to the mo-torcyclemax 130 km/hwith tankbagOANote the maximum permissiblepayload of th

Closing casesPress catches 1 of the case lidinto retainers 2 until they snapclosed.Also press the catches of thelock straps into retainers 2 untilthey

Pull the black release lever 1(RELEASE) up and simultan-eously pull the case out.Then lift the case out of thebottom holder.Installing caseHook the ca

Screws 1 inside the case allowyou to make this adjustment.797zAccessories