Ignition switch and
steering lockKeysYou receive one master key and
one spare key. Please consult
the information on the electronic
immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost
or mislaid ( 43).
Ignition switch and steering lock,
tank filler cap lock and seat lock
are all operated with the same
key.
with OA Case:
If you wish you can arrange to
have the cases fitted with locks
that can be opened with this
key as well. Consult a specialist
workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Switching on ignitionTurn the key to position1.
Side light and all function cir-
cuits switched on.
Engine can be started.
Pre-ride check is performed.
( 71)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. ( 71)
with OE Automatic Stability
Control (ASC): Turn the key to position 1.
ASC self-diagnosis is
performed in addition to the checks outlined above.
( 72)
Switching off ignitionTurn the key to position
2.
Lights switched off.
Handlebars not locked.
Key can be removed.
Electrically powered accessor-
ies remain operational for a lim-
ited period of time.
The battery can be recharged
via the on-board socket.
442zOperation
the on-board power supply sys-
tem is minimised, the supply to
the power socket is cut off ap-
proximately 15 minutes after the
ignition is switched off, and it is
also temporarily interrupted dur-
ing the start procedure.Cable routingThe cables from the power sock-
et to the auxiliary device must be
routed in such a way that they:Do not impede the rider
Do not restrict or obstruct the
steering angle and handling
characteristics
Cannot be trapped
Incorrectly routed cables
can impede the rider.
Route the cables as described
above.
LuggageCorrect loading
Overloading and imbal-
anced loads can adversely
affect the motorcycle's handling.
Do not exceed the permissible
gross weight and be sure to
comply with the instructions on
loading.
Set spring preload, damping
characteristic and tyre pres-
sures to suit total weight.
Adjust the spring preload for
rear wheel ( 58)
Check the tyre pressure
( 62)
Adjust the damping for rear
wheel ( 59)
Ensure that the case volumes
on the left and right are equal.
Make sure that the weight is
uniformly distributed between
right and left. Pack heavy items at the bot-
tom and toward the inboard
side.
Note the maximum permissible
payload of the cases and the
speed limit for riding with cases
on the motorcycle.
Payload of cases
with OA Case: ≤8kg
Maximum permissible
speed for riding with
cases fitted to the motorcycle
with OA Case:
≤180 km/h
Note the maximum permissible
payload of the tank rucksack
and the speed limit for riding
with a tank rucksack on the
motorcycle.
789zAccessories
