2003 BMW MOTORRAD R 850 R Rider's Manual (in English)

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Removing motorcycle
from centre stand
d Warning:
Note that on a motorcycle fit-
ted with BMW Integral ABS
OE
only a RESIDUAL BRAKING
FUNCTION (
b 71) is available if
the ignition is switched off.
Make sure the centre stand is
fully retracted before you ride
off.
2(Optional extra
 Turn the ignition key to the " R"
or " ON" position (
b 9)
– Handlebars unlocked
 Hold the left handlebar grip
with your left hand
 Hold the frame with your right
hand
 Push the motorcycle forward
off the centre stand
 Check that the centre stand
has fully retracted
Centre stand
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e Attention:
Exceeding the specified engine
speeds while running in will lead
to increased engine wear.
\f Note:
While running in the motorcy-
cle, vary the throttle opening
and engine-speed range
frequently.
Try to do most of your riding
during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads rather
than high-speed main roads
and highways.
Running-in engine speedsFrom 0 to 1,000 km
 Engine speed max. 4,000 rpm
and no full-load acceleration
 Do not omit the first inspec-
tion after 1,000 km
Make an appointment with
your authorised BMW motor-
cycle dealer in good time, so
that the work can be per-
formed punctually.
From 1,000 to 2,000 km
 Engine speeds can be gradu-
ally increased after 1,000 km
 Avoid lengthy periods at full
load until 2,000 km have been
covered
Running in
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Running in
Running in new brake
pads
d Warning:
New brake pads must "bed
down" and therefore do not
achieve their optimum friction
levels during the first 500 km.
This slight initial reduction in
braking efficiency can be
compensated for by exerting
greater pressure on the lever.
Try to avoid all unnecessary
hard braking during this initial
period.
e Attention:
Comply with the notes on BMW
Integral ABSOE (b 68-75).
Running in new tyres
d Warning:
New tyres have a smooth sur-
face. This must be roughened
by riding in a restrained man-
ner at various heel angles
until the tyres are run in.
This running in procedure is
essential if the tyres are to
achieve maximum grip.
OEOptional extra
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Switch on the ignition–Move the kill switch to the run
position A
 Ignition switch ON (
b 9)
In an emergency only:
 Move switch 1 to the B
position.
– The Motronic, fuel pump and
starter motor electrical cir-
cuits are de-energised\f Note:
If you move the kill switch to the
B position while the ignition is
on (switch in ON position, the
BMW Integral ABS
OE remains
operational (
b 68-75).
OEOptional extra
Before you start
A
B
B
1
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1
Fully retract the side stand
\f Note:
If the side stand is extended
and a gear engaged, you can-
not start the motorcycle.
Select neutral– Neutral indicator light 1
green
k on (b 7).
\f Note:
Engine does not start:
– Move the gear lever to the
k position or disengage the
clutch
Engine stops when first gear is
engaged:
– Fully retract the side stand; if
necessary, consult the trou-
bleshooting chart
(
b Maintenance Instructions,
Chapter 2)
Before you start
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Starting
e Attention:
If you attempt to start the en-
gine when the battery is flat, you
will hear the relay chattering.
Further attempts will damage
the starter relay and starter
motor.
Before trying again: recharge
the battery.
d Warning:
Do not warm up the engine
with the motorcycle at a
standstill — risk of overheating
or fire.
Ride away immediately after
starting the engine.
To avoid overheating the air-
cooled engine and possible
damage as a result, avoid
even short warm-up periods
at a standstill.
Avoid high engine speeds af-
ter a cold start.
Starting
ABC1
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Using fast idleSet lever 1 for cold starting:
– Lever up in position A:
cold starting
– Lever down in position C:
engine at operating temper-
ature
 Pull lever 1 up to position A
(arrow) and hold it in this posi-
tion while starting the engine
\f Note:
Do not turn the throttle twistgrip
when starting the engine.
 Press starter pushbutton 2
– The engine starts
 Turn the throttle twistgrip
carefully
 Release lever 1
– Lever 1 in position B
 Return lever 1 for cold start-
ing to position C as soon as
possible (when engine is firing
regularly)
Starting
2
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Low fuel level
When warning light 1 comes on,
there are still approximately
5 litres of fuel in the tank.
Engine oil pressureWarning light 2 goes out above
idle speed.
e Attention:
If warning light 2 comes on dur-
ing the journey, take the follow-
ing action as soon as traffic
conditions permit:
 Disengage the clutch
 Operate the kill switch
 Bring the motorcycle safely to
a halt
 Check engine oil level
(
b 22)
If the warning light comes on
but the oil level is correct, al-
ways consult a specialist work-
shop without delay, preferably
an authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer.
Warning lights
1234
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