2002 BMW MOTORRAD R 1150 RT ignition

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Starting – Riding – Parking
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS
RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION
If the BMW Integral ABS develops
a fault, a RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION only is available in the
brake circuits in question.
The RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNC-
TION is the braking efficiency
without the hydraulic servo assist-
ance of the BMW Integral ABS.
Under these circumstances,
therefore, you must apply CON-
SIDERABLY higher pressure to
the brake levers in question in
order to apply the brakes, and
lever travel is longer.
When the RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION is active, the ABS
function is unavailable in the
brake system in question.
When the RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION is active, the integral
braking function is partially or
entirely unavailable.
d Warning:
When the RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION is active, maintain a
defensive riding style and pro-
ceed immediately to the near-
est specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
\f Note:
When the RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION is active, it is advis-
able to set adjuster A
(
b 25) on the front-brake lever
to position 4.
The RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION is active under the
following circumstances:
– Ignition off
– Before and during self-diag-
nosis (
b 68)
– Fault in the BMW Integral ABS
(
b 71)
\f Note:
When the RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION is active for both
brake circuits, the noise of the
pump is no longer audible when
you operate the brake levers.
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Starting – Riding – Parking
Self-diagnosis with pull-
away test
The BMW Integral ABS per-
forms self-diagnosis and a
pull-away test to ensure
its operability.
Self-diagnosis is performed
automatically when you switch
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 available until
self-diagnosis is
completed (b 67). 
Release the brake levers, if
necessary
 Switching on the ignition
Initially:
– ABS warning light 1:
Flashes at 4 Hz
– General warning light 2:
ON
bSelf-diagnosis is in
progress
Then:
– ABS warning light 1:
flashes at 1 Hz
– General warning light 2:
OFF
bSelf-diagnosis successfully
completed
*n depending on national-market
specification
1*
2
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS
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Starting – Riding – ParkingStart the engine.
 Move off
– ABS warning light 1:
OFF (as of approx. 5 km/h
(3 mph) road speed)
bPull-away test successfully
completed
bBMW Integral ABS
is available
\f Note:
Flashing at 1 Hz = 1 flash per
second (slow flashing)
Flashing at 4 Hz = 4 flashes per
second (fast flashing)
\f Note:
Starting on gradients:
Always switch on the ignition
with gear engaged, clutch lever
released and both brake levers
released.
Self-diagnosis cannot be per-
formed if you do not follow this
procedure.
When self-diagnosis com-
pletes, apply the brakes, disen-
gage the clutch, and start the
engine.
*n depending on national-market
specification
1*
2
Brake system - with BMW Integral ABS
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Starting – Riding – Parking
BMW Integral ABS - Fault table
General
warning
lighte ABS warning
light
l\b/ n Malfunctions
OFF ON Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION
available in both circuits (
b 67)
OFF Flashes at 1 Hz ABS not available Pull-away test not completed (
b 68)
OFF Flashes at 4 Hz Only RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION available in both circuits (
b 67)
Self-diagnosis not completed (b 68)
ON OFF Tail light/brake light defective (
b\bMaintenance Instructions, Chapter 2)
ON Flashes at 1 Hz At least one brake circuit without ABS (
b 66)
ON Flashes at 4 Hz At least one brake circuit in RESIDUAL BRAKING FUNCTION mode (
b 67)
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 67)

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
Know-how…In recent years, motorcycles ’
technical design features have
become more and more
sophisticated.
Motronic, electronic ignition,
integral brakes, the catalytic
converter or the use of four
valves per cylinder are clear
signs that far more than basic
technical knowledge may be
needed to solve certain prob-
lems. In addition, high-tech
materials are increasingly tak-
ing the place of conventional
ones, which again calls for thor-
ough and expert knowledge if
they are to be handled correctly
during repair work.
To be sure of achieving the nec-
essary standard, it is always
advisable to consult your
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer. The authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer employs staff who
attends regular and compre-
hensive training courses.
Authorised BMW Motorrad
dealers also receive all the cur-
rent technical information and
are therefore fully aware of the
latest developments.
…
technical features …The authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer’s staff has the
experience and all the neces-
sary facts at its disposal when it
comes to solving problems
quickly and effectively. Work-
shops are equipped with the
latest technical facilities, for
example the special tools
developed by BMW such as the
BMW diagnosis
system or exhaust emissions
tester.
Reliability
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Index
i
AAnti-lock brake systemNotes, 67, 70, 71
Audio system handlebar remote
control, 10
BBMW Integral ABSBrake fluid level, checking, 28
Changing brake fluid, 28
Brake fluid level
CheckingFront brake, 30
Rear brake, 31
Brake pads, checking, 27
Brake system With BMW Integral ABS, 28,
29, 30, 31
Brake system, checking, 26
CCatalytic convertor Safety instructions, 45
Choke Cold start, 55
Cold start lever, 10
Clock (RID), 59
Clutch Fluid level, 32, 34
Clutch lever, 24
Cockpit
Overview, 6
Cockpit instruments, 6 Cold start lever
Operation, 55
Position, 10
DDistance recorder (odometer), 6
Dualseat, 12
Dualseat lockPosition, 4
EEmergency ignition off(kill) switch, 11
Engine oil, 21 Filler, 21
Temperature display (RID), 58
Engine oil filler, 21
Engine oil pressure Telltale light, 56
FFiller cap, 5
Fog lamp, 6
Front brakeBrake fluid level, 30
Brake fluid reservoir, 5
Handbrake lever, 25
Fuel
Capacity, 23
Octane number, 23
Refuelling, 22
Fuel filler cap, 5
Fuel gauge (RID), 59
Fuse box, 5
A – F
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Index
i
GGear indicator (RID), 59
Gearshifts, 60, 61
General viewLeft side, 4
Right side, 5
HHandlebar fittingLeft, 10
Right, 11
Handlebar levers Clutch lever, 24
Handbrake lever, 25
Hazard warning flashers, 17
Headlight adjustment Right/left-hand riding, 35
Heated handlebar grips, 11
Helmet holder, 5
High/low (dipped) headlight switch, 10
Hydraulic fluid Clutch, 32
IIgnition switch and steering lock,
6
Function, 8
Ignition, switching on, 52, 53
LLeft-hand riding Headlight adjustment, 35
Light switch, 11 Lights
Notes, 33
Low (dipped) headlight switch, 10
MMain (centre) stand, 48, 49
Motorcycle accessories, 77
NNeutral (gearbox), 53
OOctane number (fuel), 23
Oil filler, 4
Oil level Checking, 21
Engine oil pressure, 7, 56
Overheating, risk of, 54
PPartially integral brakes, 66
Power socket, 12 V, 6
R
Radio display, 6
Rear brake
Brake fluid level, 27
Brake fluid reservoir, 5
Refuelling, 22, 23
Remote control Audio systemHandlebars, 10
Residual braking function, 29, 67
Revolution counter, 6
G – R
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