BMW MotorradRider's Manual (US Model)K 1300 SThe UltimateRiding Machine
OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Manu-al will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work car-ried ou
taneously pulling the case out-ward.Then lift case out of lowermounting.Mounting caseHook case into lower mounting.Pull black release lever 1 (RE-LEAS
Position flat tire kit using a rub-ber band as shown.Attach side trim and fitscrews 1.Installing seat ( 67).797zAccessories
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MaintenanceMaintenanceGeneral instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Eng
General instructionsThe 'Maintenance' chapter de-scribes work involving the check-ing and replacement of wearparts that can be performed wit
6 Adapterfor holding 1/4" bits and9x12 mm and 3/8" jointedadapterEngine oilChecking engine oil levelwithout center standOAMake sure ground i
Topping up engine oilRemoving seat ( 67).Wipe area around fill locationclean.Remove cap from oil fill loca-tion 1 by turning counterclock-wise.Both to
Make sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Visually inspect the left andright brake pads to ascertaintheir thickness. Direction ofview: bet
Check the brake pad thicknesswith visual inspection. Directionof view: from right to brakecaliper 1.Rear brake-pad wear limitmin 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)(
A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow airto penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check brake fluid leve
RDC Tire Pressure Control(TPC).EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWMotorrad, you chose variousitems of custom equipment. ThisRider's Manual describ
A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow airto penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check brake fluid leve
Move handlebars into straight-ahead position.Read off clutch fluid level atclutch fluid reservoir 1.The fluid level in the clutchfluid reservoir rises
Visually inspect rims for de-fects.Have damaged rims checkedand, if necessary, replacedby a specialized workshop,preferably an authorized BMWMotorrad
must be ensured that the TPC/RDC sensor is not damaged. In-form the BMW Motorrad retaileror the specialized workshop ofthe TPC/RDC sensor.Removing fro
Push brake pads 3 apartslightly by rocking the brakecaliper 4 back and forth againstthe brake disk 5.Carefully pull brake calipersback and out until c
To ensure the proper alignmentof the threaded bush, do notloosen or remove the left axleclamping screw.Remove right-hand axle clamp-ing screw 2.Remove
without center standOARemove rear wheel stand.Insert ABS sensor into holeand install screw 1.Ease brake calipers onto brakedisks.Install securing scre
Install front wheel cover and fitscrews 1 on right and left.Removing rear wheelwithout center standOAPlace motorcycle on an auxil-iary stand; BMW Moto
First turn the end mufflerdownward slightly and thenoutward.Engage first gear.Remove five screws 1 on rearwheel, holding wheel as you doso.When using
Fit five screws 1 and tight-en diagonally with specifiedtorque.Tighten rear wheel onwheel flangeTightening sequence: diago-nally44 lb/ft (60 Nm)Turn t
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Tighten screw 3 on the clampwith the appropriate torque.Muffler with ball-jointclamp on manifold26 lb/ft (35 Nm)Position muffler cover 2 and fitthree
The sensor ring of theBMW Motorrad IntegralABS can be damaged.Only push the left mounting pinso far inward that it does nottouch the sensor ring.Push
Push rear wheel stand from leftinto rear axle.Mount lock washer 2 from rightby pressing release button.With your left hand, grab thepassenger grab han
Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; always carry acomplete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.The bulb is pressurized andcan cause injury if dam-ag
Replace defective bulb.Bulbs for low-beamheadlightH7 / 12 V / 55 WBulb for high-beamheadlightH7 / 12 V / 55 WInsert bulb 5 while ensuringcorrect posit
Unlock and disconnect plugconnection 1 beneath headlightat position 2.Remove bulb socket 3 fromthe headlight housing from be-low by turning it counter
Close connector 1 below head-light.Replacing front turnindicator bulbsIf it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topplein the course of the ope
Install bulb 3 in bulb socket.Install bulb socket 2 in lamphousing by turning clockwise.Insert lamp housing in mirrorhousing.Install screw 1.Replacing
Press bulb 2 into socket andturn counterclockwise to re-move.Replace defective bulb.Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, rearR10W / 12 V / 10 WPress bul
Jump-startingThe wires leading to thepower socket do not havea load-capacity rating adequatefor jump-starting the engine. Ex-cessively high current ca
OverviewsOverviewsGeneral view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Left handlebar fitting
BatteryMaintenance instructionsCorrect upkeep, recharging andstorage will prolong the life ofthe battery and are essential ifwarranty claims are to be
damage to the motorcycle elec-tronics.Use BMW chargers with thepart numbers 71 60 7 688 864(220 V) or, as applicable,71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). If indou
Installing batteryPlace battery in battery com-partment, positive terminal onright in direction of travel.Push retaining strap over bat-tery and insta
Installing batterycompartment coverPosition battery compartmentcover at the rear and closewhile ensuring the anchoragesare in position 2.Install screw
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CareCareCare products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Washing your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 132Cleaning sensitive motorcycleparts .
Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use cleaning and careproducts available at your au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.BMW CareProducts have b
Black, unpainted partsIf plastic parts are cleanedusing unsuitable cleaningagents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents thatcontain
cleaning naphtha or spirit on aclean cloth or cotton ball. BMWMotorrad recommends remov-ing tar spots with BMW Tar Re-mover. Then add a protectivewax
Technical dataTechnical dataTroubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137Engine . . . . .
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Troubleshooting chartEngine does not start at all or is very difficult to startPossible cause RemedySide stand Retract side stand ( 72).Gear engaged a
Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value ValidFront brake caliper on wheelcarrierM8 x 32 - 10.9 22 lb/ft (30 Nm)Clamping bolt in wheel carrierM8 x 30 14 lb
Rear wheel Value ValidTighten rear wheel on wheelflangeM10 x 1.25 x 40 diagonally44 lb/ft (60 Nm)10138zTechnical data
EngineEngine design Transverse-mounted four-cylinder, four-stroke in-line engine, angled 55° toward front. With fourvalves per cylinder, actuated by t
FuelRecommended fuel quality 98 ROZ/RON, Super Plus unleaded95 ROZ/RON, Super unleaded (fuel type can beused with reduced performance and consumption)
ClutchClutch design Multi-disk oil-bath clutchTransmissionTransmission design Claw-shifted 6-speed transmission integrated inengine housingTransmissio
Rear-wheel driveType of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gearsType of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever, single-arm light-alloy castswinging arm wit
Rear wheelType of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever, single-arm light-alloy castswinging arm with two joints and torque supportType of rear suspension
BrakesType of front brake hydraulically operated twin disk brake with 4-pis-ton fixed calipers and floating brake disksBrake-pad material, front Sinte
Rear wheelRear wheel design Cast aluminum, MT H2Rear-wheel rim size 6.0" x 17"Rear tire designation 190 / 55 ZR 17Tire inflation pressureTir
General view, left side1 Clutch fluid reservoir( 106)2 Headlight range adjust-ment (below instrumentcluster) ( 66)3 Seat lock (below tail light)( 67)4
Electrical systemElectrical rating of onboard socket max 5 AFuses All circuits are electronically protected, so plug-in fuses are no longer necessary.
Bulb of license plate light W5W / 12 V / 5 WMaximum number of defective LEDs in taillight 1, Brake light/taillight (red)1, License plate light (white)
DimensionsMotorcycle length 86.5 in (2196 mm)Motorcycle height 48.1 in (1221 mm), Across windshield at DIN un-laden weightMotorcycle width 35.6 in (90
Riding specificationsTop speed >124 mph (>200 km/h)10149zTechnical data
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ServiceServiceReporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . 152BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 153BMW Motorrad Service Quality . . . . 1
Reporting safety defectsIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediately
BMW Motorrad ServiceAdvanced technology requiresspecially adapted methods ofmaintenance and repair.If this maintenance and re-pair work is performed i
ready to help with both adviceand action.Important country-specific con-tact addresses and the relevantafter-sales service organizationphone numbers a
Confirmation of maintenance workBMW Pre-DeliveryCheckConductedonStamp, SignatureBMW Running-inCheckConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the lates
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BMW ServiceConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if reached sooner,Odometer readingStamp, SignatureBMW ServiceConductedonOdometer
BMW ServiceConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if reached sooner,Odometer readingStamp, SignatureBMW ServiceConductedonOdometer
BMW ServiceConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if reached sooner,Odometer readingStamp, SignatureBMW ServiceConductedonOdometer
BMW ServiceConductedonOdometer readingNext serviceat the latestonor, if reached sooner,Odometer readingStamp, SignatureBMW ServiceConductedonOdometer
Confirmation of serviceThe table is intended as proof of maintenance and repair work, the installed optional accessories and anyspecial campaign (reca
Work carried out OdometerreadingDate11161zService
AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABSOperating element, 14Operation, 58Self-diagnosis, 73Technology in detail, 84Warning indicators, 31Anti-theft alarmIndi
CoolantTemperature display, 20Warning indicator, 26Currentness of this manual, 7DDampingAdjusting, 63Rear adjustment element, 11DimensionsTechnical da
High-beam headlightIndicator light, 20Switching on, 55Horn, 14IIdlingIndicator light, 20IgnitionSwitching off, 46Switching on, 46Immobilizer, 47Warnin
Oil level indicator, 54Operating element, 14Operation, 51Range, 53Warning indicators, 29Onboard socket, 11, 92Onboard toolkitContents, 100Location, 16
General view, right side1 Engine oil level indicator( 101)2 Fuel filler opening ( 79)3 Battery compartment( 127)4 Brake-fluid reservoir, front( 102)5
Steering lockLocking, 47Storing, 134Switching off, 77TTachometer, 17Technical dataBattery, 146Brakes, 144Bulbs, 146Clutch, 141Dimensions, 148Electrica
Left handlebar fitting1 High-beam headlight andheadlight flasher ( 55)2 Operating odometer( 49)with onboard comput-erOEOperating onboard com-puter ( 5
Handlebar fitting, right1 with heated handlebargripsOEHeated hand grips ( 60)2 Starter button ( 72)3 Emergency ON/OFFswitch ( 57)215zOverviews
Motorcycle/Retailer DataMotorcycle dataModelVehicle Identification NumberColor numberFirst registrationRegistration numberRetailer DataContact in Serv
Underneath seat1 Luggage loops2 Rider's Manual (US Model)3 Tire inflation pressure table4 Payload table5 Helmet holder ( 68)6 Toolkit ( 100)7 Eng
Instrument cluster1 Tachometer2 Speedometer3 Indicator lights ( 20)4 Multifunction display( 20)5 Ambient brightness sensor(for brightness adjustmentof
Headlight1 High-beam headlight2 Low-beam headlight3 Parking lights218zOverviews
Status indicatorsStatus indicatorsStandard displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Displays with onboard computer . . . . 21Displays with Tir
Standard displaysMultifunction display1 Clock ( 48)2 Gear indicator ( 20)3 Coolant temperature( 20)4 Odometer and tripmeters( 49)5 Fuel capacity ( 20)
the service date is briefly dis-played following the pre-ridecheck. The month and year areshown as two digits each sepa-rated by a dash; in this examp
1 Display of tire inflationpressures ( 54)The tire inflation pressuresare shown temperature-compensated (see the chapter"Technology in Detail&quo
The possible warnings are listedon the next page.323zStatus indicators
Overview of warning indicatorsIndicator lights Displays MeaningLights up yellowEWS ! Is indicatedElectronic immobilizer is active ( 26)Lights up yello
Indicator lights Displays MeaningLights up yellowLAMPS ! Is indi-catedBulbs defective ( 28)325zStatus indicators
Details described or illustratedin this booklet may differ fromthe motorcycle's actual specifi-cation as purchased, the acces-sories fitted or th
Electronic immobilizer isactiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.EWS ! is indicated.Possible cause:The key being used is not autho-rized for starting,
Engine symbol appears onthe display.The engine is in the emer-gency operating mode. On-ly reduced engine performancemay be available, which can leadto
Battery symbol appears onthe display.A discharged battery leadsto the failure of various mo-torcycle systems, e.g. lighting,engine or ABS. This can re
A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk becauseit is easier for other users tooversee the motorcycle.Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; al
Overview of warning indicatorsIndicator lights Displays MeaningIs indicated Engine oil level too low ( 31)Check Oil IsindicatedIs indicated Ice warnin
Engine oil level too lowOil level symbol appears onthe display.Check Oil is indicated.Possible cause:The electronic oil level sensorhas detected a low
overview of the possible warningsis provided on the following page.332zStatus indicators
Overview of warning indicatorsIndicator lights Displays MeaningFlashesABS self-diagnosis not completed( 34)Lights upABS deactivated ( 34)Lights upABS
ABS self-diagnosis notcompletedABS warning light flashes.Possible cause:The ABS function is not avail-able, because the self-diagno-sis has not been c
Overview of warning indicatorsIndicator lights Displays MeaningFlashes rapidly inyellowIs indicatedASC intervention ( 36)Flashes slowlySelf-diagnosis
The most important data for a filling station stop can be found in the following chart.FuelRecommended fuel quality 98 ROZ/RON, Super Plus unlead-ed95
ASC interventionGeneral warning light flash-es rapidly in yellow.ASC symbol is displayed.The ASC has detected insta-bility at the rear wheel and hasre
The displayed tire inflation pres-sures refer to a tire temperatureof 68 °F (20 °C) ( 88).The warning symbol 2 signals acritical tire inflation pressu
Overview of warning indicatorsIndicator lights Displays MeaningLights up yellowTire inflation pressure in limit area ofpermissible tolerance ( 39)The
Tire inflation pressure inlimit area of permissibletoleranceGeneral warning light showsyellow.Tire symbol appears on thedisplay.The critical tire infl
has been exceeded for the firsttime ( 87).Watch RDC display at higherspeed. A permanent fault hasnot occurred until the generalwarning light also ligh
Contact a specialized work-shop, preferably an authorizedBMW Motorrad retailer.Anti-theft alarmwarning indicatorsDisplaywith anti-theft alarmOEAnti-th
Overview of warning indicatorsIndicator lights Displays MeaningDWALO ! Is indi-catedAnti-theft alarm battery weak ( 43)Lights up yellowDWA ! Is indica
Anti-theft alarm batteryweakDWALO ! is indicated.This error message is onlydisplayed for a short timefollowing the pre-ride check.Possible cause:The a
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OperationOperationIgnition switch and steering lock . . . . 46Electronic immobilizer EWS . . . . . . . . . 47Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Welcome to BMWWe congratulate you on yourchoice of a motorcycle fromBMW and welcome you to thecommunity of BMW riders.Familiarize yourself with your n
Ignition switch andsteering lockKeysYou receive two master keys andone spare key. If a key is lost,please note the information onthe electronic immobi
Locking handlebarsIf the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surfaceof the ground will determinewhether it is better to turn thehandlebars to the left
Replacement and extrakeysReplacement and spare keysare only available through an au-thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.The keys are part of an integrat-ed
with onboard computerOEorwith Tire Pressure Control(TPC/RDC)OEorwith heated handlebar gripsOEPress button 2 repeatedly untilclock is shown.In this cas
Each time the button is pressed,the display shows values start-ing with the current value in thefollowing order:Total distance coveredTripmeter 1 (Tri
without onboard computerOEwithout Tire Pressure Control(TPC/RDC)OEwithout heated handlebargripsOEPress button 2 as analternative.Residual rangewithout
Each time the button is pressed,the display shows values start-ing with the current value in thefollowing order:Ambient temperatureAverage speedAverag
Hold down button 1.Average speed is reset.Average consumptionThe average consumption 1 iscalculated by dividing the dis-tance covered since the last r
reason the range is only calculat-ed while driving.The determined range is anapproximate reading. BMWMotorrad therefore recommendsthat you do not try
Press button 1 repeatedly un-til tire inflation pressures areshown.The tire inflation pressures aredisplayed with the letteringRDC P. The left-hand va
Table of ContentsYou can also use the index at theend of this Rider's Manual to finda specific topic.1 General instructions . ... 5Overview . . .
Move high-beam headlightswitch 1 into initial position.High-beam headlight isswitched off.Pull high-beam headlightswitch 1 toward rear.High-beam headl
Press button 1 for hazardwarning flashers.If a turn indicator button ispressed with the ignitionswitched on, the flashing functionreplaces the emergen
a Engine switched offb Operating positionBMW Motorrad IntegralABSSwitching off ABSfunctionStop motorcycle or switch onignition with motorcycle sta-tio
Release ABS button within twoseconds.ABS warning light remainsoff or continues to flash.ABS function is switched on.As an alternative, the ignitioncan
If the ASC warning lightlights up after switchingthe ignition off and on and thencontinued driving over 5 mph(10 km/h), an ASC error hasoccurred.Heate
ClutchAdjusting clutch leverIf the position of the clutchfluid reservoir is changed,air can enter the clutch system.Do not reposition the handlebarcon
MirrorsAdjusting mirrorsMove mirror into desired posi-tion by applying light pressureat edge.Spring preloadSettingIt is essential to set springpreload
DampingSettingThe damping must be adjustedto the road conditions and thespring preload.A rough road surface requiressofter damping than a smoothroad s
SettingsUsing the electronic suspensionadjustment ESA you can conve-niently adjust your motorcycle toits loading and the ground. Todo this, the loadin
adjustment is completed, thedisplay is automatically hiddenagain.Setting loading stateStart engine.The loading state cannotbe set while driving.Press
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Luggage loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 685 R
Tire pressure, rear42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (Driver withpassenger and/or load, withcold tire)If tire pressure is too low:Correct tire pressure.HeadlightAdju
a Neutral positionb Position with heavy pay-loadSeatRemoving seatMake sure ground is level andfirm and park motorcycle.Turn key in seat lock 1 coun-te
Make sure that the motorcycle issteady on its stand.Push the seat forward into theholders 1, then press downfirmly on the rear.The seat can be heard t
RidingRidingSafety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Starting . .
Safety instructionsRider's equipmentDo not ride without the correctclothing. Always wear:HelmetRider's suitGlovesBootsThis applies even to s
Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned fuelto enter the catalytic converter,there is a danger of overheatingand damage.For this reason, obser
BrakesFront and rear brake fluid levelsClutchClutch fluid levelShock absorber setting andspring preloadTread depth and tire inflationpressureFirm seat
Consult the troubleshootingchart if the engine refuses tostart. ( 136)Pre-ride checkThe instrument cluster runs atest of the 'General' warni
ABS self-diagnosiscompletedThe ABS warning light goesout.If an ABS fault is indicated afterthe ABS self-diagnosis is com-pleted:Continue driving is po
Exceeding the specified en-gine speeds while runningin will lead to increased enginewear.Adhere to the specified enginerun-in speeds.Do not exceed the
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148Riding specifications . . . . . . 14911 Service . . .. .
The sensor 1 in the shift linkagedetects the shift request and ini-tiates shifting support.When driving at constant speedin low gears at high enginesp
and make use of the engine'sbraking effect as well.Wet brakesAfter washing the motor-cycle, after driving throughwater or in the rain, braking ca
by the stand and dismount tothe left.If the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surfaceof the ground will determinewhether it is better to turn thehan
Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.Lock steering lock.Pushing off center standwith center standOAUnlock steering lock.Place your left hand on
Refuel with quality listed belowat most until lower edge of fillerneck is reached.Recommended fuel qual-ity98 ROZ/RON (Super Plusunleaded)95 ROZ/RON (
Components can be dam-aged.Do not pinch components, e.g.brake lines or wiring harnesses.Place front strap over theframe and route downward.Guide the s
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Technology in detailTechnology in detailBrake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84Engine management
Brake system withBMW Motorrad IntegralABSPartially integral brakeYour motorcycle is equipped witha partially integral brake configu-ration. Both front
How is the BMW MotorradIntegral ABS noticeable tothe rider?If the ABS system must reducethe braking forces due to theconditions described above, thenv
General instructionsGeneral instructionsOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . .
gine brake, e.g. when ridingdownhill offroad.Should a fault message resultdue to one of the driving condi-tions described above, the ABSfunction can b
safety provided with riskydriving.Special situationsAt an increasing angle, the accel-eration performance is increas-ingly limited in accordance withp
til a speed of approx. 20 mph(30 km/h) is reached. Before ini-tial reception of the tire inflationpressure, -- is shown in the dis-play for each tire.
Electronic SuspensionAdjustment ESA IIwith Electronic Suspension Ad-justment (ESA II)OEChassis adjustmentsThe proper loading state mustfirst be select
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AccessoriesAccessoriesGeneral instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Onboard socket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Luggage . . .
General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommendsthe use of parts and accessoriesfor your motorcycle that are ap-proved by BMW for this purpose.Your authori
starting, the onboard socket isswitched off to take the load offthe motorcycle electrical system.Cable routingThe cables from the onboardsocket to the
Payload of tank bag}11 lbs (}5 kg)Speed limit for drivingwith tank bag}81 mph (}130 km/h)Casewith caseOAOpening caseTurn lock barrel in directionOPEN.
Turn lock strap buckles 1 oflock straps outward.Pull out the lock straps up-wards to their full extent.The maximum volume hasbeen set.Close lock strap
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