2002 BMW MOTORRAD R 1100 S light

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Fuel level
When the warning light4 comes on,
there are still approx. 5 litres (1.1 Imp.
gal) of fuel in the tank
Engine oil pressureTelltale light 5 goes out above idle
speed.
e Attention:
If it comes on again during the journey,
take the following action as soon as the
surrounding traffic permits:
• Declutch
• Operate the kill switch (
b 58)
• Bring the motorcycle safely to a halt
• Check engine oil level (
b 22)
If the warning light comes on
even though the oil level is cor-
rect, you must consult a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
Telltale and warning lights
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5
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Moving off and upshifts:• Pull the clutch lever in
• Press down on the gearshift lever (to select first gear) and take your foot
off the lever
• Smoothly re-engage the clutch
• Increase engine speed slightly as necessary
• Accelerate when the clutch is fully engaged
• Upshift into 2
nd, 3nd, 4nd, 5nd and 6th
gears, in the same way, but lifting
the gear lever
Downshifts:• Close the throttle (twistgrip)
• Pull the clutch lever in
• Select the next-lower gear: opposite direction to arrow
• Smoothly re-engage the clutch
Riding and changing gear
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21*
Self-diagnosis with
pull-away test
The BMW Integral ABS performs
self-diagnosis and a pull-away test to
ensure its operability.
Self-diagnosis is performed automati-
cally when you switc h on the ignition.
d Warning:
Self-diagnosis is not perfor-
med unless both brake levers
are in their fully released posi-
tions. Only the RESIDUAL
BRAKING FUNCTION is avail-
able until self-diagnosis is
completed (b 71).
*n depending on national-market specifica-
tion
• Release the brake levers, if neces- sary.
• Switch on the ignition
Initially:
– ABS warning/brake failure light 1:
flashes at 4 Hz
– General warning light 2:
ON
bSelf-diagnosis is in progress
Then:
– ABS warning/brake failure light 1:
flashes at 1 Hz
– General warning light 2:
OFF
bSelf-diagnosis successfully com-
pleted
OEOptional extra
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABSOE
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21*
• Start the engine.
•Move off
– ABS warning/brake failure light1:
OFF (as of approx. 5 km/h (3 mph)
road speed)
bPull-away test successfully com-
pleted
bBMW Integral ABS
is available
OEOptional extra
*
n depending on national- market specifica-
tion
L Note:
Starting on gradients:
Always switch on the ignition with
gear engaged, clutch lever released and
both brake levers released.
Self-diagnosis canno t be performed if
you do not follow this procedure.
When self-diagnosis completes, apply
the brakes, disengage the clutch, and
start the engine.
L Note:
Flashing at 1 Hz = 1 flash per second
(slow flashing)
Flashing at 4 Hz = 4 flashes per second
(fast flashing)
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABSOE
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BMW Integral ABSOE - Fault table
OE Optional extra
General
warning
lighte ABS warning
light
l/
brake failure Malfunctions
OFF ON Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in both circuits (
b 71)
OFF Flashes at 1 Hz ABS not available Pull-away test not completed (
b 72)
OFF Flashes at 4 Hz Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in both circuits (
b 71)
Self-diagnosis not completed (b 72)
ON OFF Tail light/brake light defective
(Maintenance Instructions,
b Chapter 2)
ON Flashes at 1 Hz At least one brake circuit without ABS (
b 70)
ON Flashes at 4 Hz At least one brake circuit in RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION mode (
b 71)
Alternate
flashing at
1Hz Alternate flash-
ing at 1 Hz
Fluid level in BMW Integral ABS too low.
Check the motorcycle as follows:
– Ignition OFF: is brake pressure OK at
the brake levers?
– Are the brakes acting on both wheels?
– Is the brake system leaktight, no signs of brake fluid escaping?
The brake system is defective if the test
outcome is negative.
Alternate
flashing at 4
Hz Alternate flas-
hing at 4 Hz
Fluid level in the BMW Integral ABS is too
low, perform the checks listed above.
Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in at least one circuit (
b 71)

d Warning:
Do not ride the motorcycle if you
have any doubts about the
dependability of the brake system.
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Arrive safely
Concluding thoughts
Now it is your turn.• Regular care is important, with all functions checked before the jour-
ney starts
• Use only genuine BMW accessories.
They comply with all the relevant
safety requirements and are per-
fectly matched to your BMW
• Your BMW Motorrad dealer is best placed to service your motorcycle
• Do not under any circumstances
install unapproved extras: the use of
unapproved accessori es constitutes a
safety risk and vo ids your insurance
and the motorcycles permit
• Technical modification should be performed by a trained mechanic at
your BMW Motorrad dealershipL Note:
Your local BMW Motorrad dealer can
supply you with usef ul items to accom-
pany the Maintenance Instructions.
– BMW Repair Manual
– BMW set of circuit diagrams
It is good to know you have thought of
everything, isn't it?
Our aim is to make your
journey safer
We want you to reach your destination
safely – and for riding your BMW
Boxer to be the most delightful leisure
pastime in the world!
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Index
i
A - F
AABS1 Hz flashing, 73
4 Hz flashing, 73
ABS, anti-lock brake system, 70
Active brake with ABS changing brake fluid, 33
checking brake fluid level, 33
Adjusting suspension spring preload, 42
BBrake fluidchanging, 30
level checking, 30
checking front, 31, 35
checking rear, 32, 36
Brake pads, checking, 28, 29
Brake servo, 70
Brake system checking, 28
general, 28, 29, 66
with BMW Integral
ABS, 33-35, 68-75
without BMW Integral
ABS, 30, 31, 32
CCatalytic converter, 50safety instructions, 51
Centre stand, 4, 54, 55
Choke cold start, 61
lever operation, 61 Closing the System case, 18
Clutch
fluid level, 37
Clutch lever, 26
Cockpit layout, 6
Concluding thoughts, 83
Correct loading, 46
DDipswitch, 10
Dualseat
cover, 5, 13, 14removing, 13
lock position, 4
EEngine oil, 22filler neck, 23
pressure
warning light, 63
Engine speed, 64
Environmental protection, 79
FFront brake, 31 brake fluid reservoir, 5
fluid level, 31, 35
lever, 27
Fuel, 24, 25
filler cap, 4
octane number, 25
tank capacity, 25
Fuse box left, 4
right, 5
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Index
i
G - P
GGear shifts, 64, 65
General viewleft side, 4
right side, 5
HHandbrake lever, 27
Handlebar fittingleft, 10
right, 11
Handlebar levers, 26, 27 clutch, 26
handbrake, 27
Hazard warning flashers, 12
Headlight beam setting for RHD/ LHD traffic, 38
Headlight beam throw adjustment, 38
Heated handlebar grips, 11
Helmet holder, 4, 5
High/low (dipped) headlight switch, 10
Horn, 10
Hydraulic fluid
brakes, 30, 31, 32
clutch, 37
IIgnition switch and steering lock, 6function, 8, 9
Ignition, switching on, 58, 59
Important notes, 50
Installing System case, 19 Instruments, 6
Integral brake, 70
KKill switch, 11
LLight switch, 11
Lights
general instructions, 38, 39
headlight beam throw, 38, 39
Load, 45, 46
MMotorcycle accessories, 81
NNeutral, 59
OOctane number (fuel), 25
Oil filler, engine, 4, 22
Oil level checking, 22
engine oil pressure, 6, 63
sight glass, 23
Opening the System case, 17
Overheating, 60
PPartially integral brakes, 70
Power socket, 5
Printed information, 5
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