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Welcome to BMW
Congratulations on choosing
a Maxi-Scooter from
BMW Motorrad and welcome
to the community of BMW
motorcycle owners and riders.
Please read this Rider's Manual
carefully before starting to use
your new Maxi-Scooter. It con-
tains important information on
operation that enables you to
make the best possible use of all
your Scooter's technical features.
In addition, it contains information
on maintenance and care to help
you maintain your motorcycle's
reliability and safety, as well as its
value.
If you have any questions con-
cerning the Maxi-Scooter com-
munication system, your autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer is
always happy to provide you with
advice and assistance.
We hope that you enjoy your
BMW Maxi-Scooter and wish you
a safe and pleasant journey
BMW Motorrad.
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Table of Contents
1 General instructions .... 5
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
Abbreviations and
symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Notice concerning current sta-
tus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Additional sources of informa-
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Certificates and operating per-
mits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Data memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
2 Overviews ............... 13
General view, left side . . . . . . . 15
General view, right side . . . . . 17
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Multifunction switch, left . . . . 19
Multifunction switch,
right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Dashboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3 Displays ................. 23
Indicator and warning
lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 25
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Distance traveled since fuel
reached reserve level. . . . . . . . 41
Oil level indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Outside temperature . . . . . . . . 42
Tire inflation pressures . . . . . . 42
4 Operation................ 43
Steering and ignition
lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Emergency on/off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Hazard warning lights sys-
tem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . 54
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 56
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Tank cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Storage compartments . . . . . . 59
5 Setting................... 61
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Wind deflection wing . . . . . . . . 64
Backrest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
6 Riding.................... 67
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Breaking in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Park the Maxi-Scooter . . . . . . 74
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Secure the vehicle for trans-
portation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7 Technology in
detail ..................... 79
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Antilock Brake System
(ABS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Tire pressure control
(RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
8 Maintenance ............ 85
General instructions . . . . . . . . . 86
Standard tool kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Rims and tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . .
105
Fairings and panels . . . . . . .
108
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
110
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
112
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . .
113
Data link connector . . . . . . .
114
9 Accessories ........... 117
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . .
118
Onboard power
sockets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
118
Topcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
119
Scooter lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
121
Navigation system. . . . . . . . .
122
10 Care .................. 125
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . .
126
Washing your motorcy-
cle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
126
Cleaning sensitive motorcy-
cle parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
127
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
127
Protective wax coating . . . .
128
Maxi-Scooter Storage . . . . .
128
Maxi-Scooter Returning to
use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
128
11 Technical data ...... 129
Troubleshooting chart . . . . .
130
Screw connections . . . . . . . .
131
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
133
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
133
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
134
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
135
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
135
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . .
135
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
136
Chassis and
suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
136
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
137
Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . .
138
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . .
139
Alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . .
141
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
141
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
142
Performance data . . . . . . . . .
142
12 Service ............... 143
Reporting safety
defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
144
BMW Motorrad Service . . .
145
BMW Motorrad Service
History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
145
BMW Motorrad Mobility
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
146
Maintenance proce-
dures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
146
Maintenance schedule . . . .
149
Maintenance confirma-
tions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
150
Service confirmations . . . . .
164
13 Appendix............. 167
Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
168
14 Index ................. 169
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6
Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . .
6
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Technical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
Notice concerning current status . . . .
8
Additional sources of information . . . .
8
Certificates and operating permits . . .
8
Data memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
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General instructions
You will find an overview of your
Maxi-Scooter in Chapter 2 of the
Owner's Handbook. All main-
tenance and repair work carried
out on your vehicle will be doc-
umented in Chapter 12. Doc-
umentation confirming perfor-
mance of scheduled mainte-
nance is a precondition for gen-
erous handling of out-of-warranty
claims and goodwill warranty
treatment.
When the time comes to sell
your MaxiScooter, please re-
member to hand over this Rider's
Manual; it is an important part of
your motorcycle.
Abbreviations and
symbols
CAUTION Hazard with
low risk. Failure to avoid
this hazard can result in minor or
moderate injury.
WARNING Hazard with
moderate risk. Failure to
avoid this hazard can result in
death or serious injury.
DANGER Hazard with high
risk. Failure to avoid this
hazard results in death or serious
injury.
ATTENTION Special in-
structions and precaution-
ary measures. Non-compliance
can cause damage to the vehi-
cle or accessories and warranty
claims may be denied as a result.
NOTICE Special informa-
tion on operating and in-
specting your motorcycle as well
as maintenance and adjustment
procedures.
Indicates the end of an
item of information.
Instruction.
Result of an activity.
Reference to a page with
more detailed informa-
tion.
Indicates the end of ac-
cessory or equipment-
dependent information.
Tightening torque.
Technical data.
NV
National-market version.
OE
Optional extra.
BMW Motorrad optional
extras are already com-
pletely installed during
motorcycle production.
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BMW Motorrad op-
tional accessories can
be purchased and in-
stalled at your autho-
rized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
EWS
Electronic immobilizer.
DWA
Anti-theft alarm.
ABS
Anti-Lock Brake System.
ASC
Automatic Stability Con-
trol.
CVT
Continuously variable
transmission.
Transmission with a
continuously variable
gear ratio
RDC
Tire Pressure Control
(RDC).
SVA
Side View Assist.
Assistance system
which indicates the
presence of a vehicle
alongside to the driver.
Equipment
When you ordered your Scooter,
you chose various custom equip-
ment items. This Rider's Manual
describes optional equipment
(OE) offered by BMW and se-
lected optional accessories (OA).
This explains why the manual
may also contain descriptions of
equipment which you have not
ordered. Please note, too, that
your vehicle might not be exactly
as illustrated in this manual on
account of country-specific differ-
ences.
If your Scooter was supplied with
equipment not described in this
rider's manual, you will find these
features described in a separate
manual.
Technical Data
All dimensions, weights and per-
formance data contained this
Rider's Manual refer to the Ger-
man DIN standards and comply
with their tolerance specifications.
The technical data and speci-
fications in this Rider's Manual
serve as points of reference. The
vehicle-specific data may vary,
for instance due to the selected
optional equipment, national-mar-
ket version or country-specific
measuring procedures. Detailed
values can be obtained from the
registration documents and the
signs on the vehicle or from your
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer or other qualified service
partner or specialist workshop.
The information on the vehicle
documents always takes prece-
dence over the information in this
Rider's Manual.
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The high safety and quality
standards of BMW Scooters
are maintained by consistent,
ongoing development efforts
embracing their design,
equipment, and accessories.
For this reason, some aspects
of your vehicle may vary
from the descriptions in this
rider's manual. In addition,
BMW Motorrad cannot guarantee
the total absence of errors. We
hope you will appreciate that
no claims can be recognized
based on the data, illustrations or
descriptions in this manual.
Additional sources of
information
BMW Motorrad retailers
Your BMW Motorrad retailer is
always happy to answer any of
your questions.
Internet
The Rider's Manual for your
vehicle, the operating and
installation instructions for
optional accessories and general
BMW Motorrad information
related to the technology or
other features are available at
www.bmw-motorrad.com/
service.
Certificates and
operating permits
The certificates for the vehicle
and the official operating per-
mits for possible accessories
are available at www.bmw-
motorrad.com/certification.
Data memory
General
Electronic control units are in-
stalled in the vehicle. Electronic
control units process data re-
ceived from vehicle sensors,
self-generated data or data ex-
changed between control units,
for example. Some control units
are required for safe vehicle op-
eration or provide driving assis-
tance, such as driver assistance
systems. Control units also make
comfort and infotainment func-
tions possible.
Information about the stored or
exchanged data can be obtained
from the vehicle manufacturer,
such as in the form of a separate
booklet.
Personal references
Every vehicle is marked with a
unique vehicle identification num-
ber. Depending on the country,
the vehicle owner can be iden-
tified using the vehicle identifi-
cation number and registration
number and the help of the rele-
vant authorities. There are also
other ways to trace data ob-
tained from the vehicle back to
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the driver or vehicle owner, such
as via the used ConnectedDrive
Account.
Data privacy laws
In accordance with applicable
data privacy laws, vehicle users
have certain rights over the ve-
hicle manufacturer or company
that collects or processes per-
sonal data.
Vehicle users have the right to
obtain comprehensive information
without charge from the locations
that store the vehicle user's per-
sonal data.
These locations may be:
The vehicle manufacturer
Qualified service partners
Specialist workshops
Service providers
Vehicle users may request in-
formation about the type of per-
sonal data that is stored, the pur-
pose for which the data will be
used and the source of the data.
This information can only be ob-
tained by a registered owner or a
person with written proof autho-
rizing use of the vehicle.
The right to information also in-
cludes information related to data
transmitted to other companies
or locations.
The vehicle manufacturer's web-
site contains the appropriate pri-
vacy policy notices. The privacy
policy notices contain information
on the right to delete or correct
data. The vehicle manufacturer
also provides the manufacturer
contact information and the con-
tact information of the data secu-
rity officer.
The vehicle owner can have a
BMW Motorrad retailer or other
qualified service partner or spe-
cialist workshop read out the
data stored in the vehicle for a
fee if required.
The vehicle data is read out via
the power socket required by law
for on-board diagnosis (OBD) in
the vehicle.
Legal requirements for the
disclosure of data
The vehicle manufacture is re-
quired by the law applicable in
this context to provide authori-
ties with the data stored by the
manufacturer. Providing this data
within the scope required is on a
case-by-case basis, for instance
to clarify a criminal offense.
Government agencies are autho-
rized by the law applicable in this
context to read out the data from
the vehicle themselves in individ-
ual cases.
Operating data in the vehicle
Control units process data so
that the vehicle can run.
Examples of these include:
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Status messages from the ve-
hicle and its individual com-
ponents, such as wheel RPM,
wheel speed and deceleration
Environmental conditions, such
as temperature
The data is processed only in the
vehicle itself and is usually tem-
porary. The data is not stored
beyond the period in which the
vehicle is operating.
Electronic components such as
control units contain components
for storing technical information.
This may be information about
the vehicle's condition, compo-
nent load, events or faults stored
temporarily or permanently.
This information generally doc-
uments the condition of a com-
ponent, module, system or the
surrounding area; for example:
Operating conditions of system
components, such as fill levels
and tire pressure
Malfunctions and faults in key
system components, such as
lights and brakes
Vehicle responses in specific
driving situations, such as acti-
vation of dynamic driving sys-
tems
Information about events caus-
ing damage to the vehicle
The data is necessary for pro-
viding control unit functions. In
addition, it is used by the vehicle
manufacturer to detect and elim-
inate malfunctions as well as to
optimize vehicle functions.
The majority of this data is tem-
porary and is processed only
within the vehicle itself. Only a
small amount of event-driven
data is stored in the event data
recorder and fault memory.
When a vehicle is serviced,
such as for repairs, servicing
processes, warranty cases and
quality assurance measures, this
technical information can be read
out from the vehicle together
with the vehicle identification
number.
The information can be read out
by a BMW Motorrad retailer or
other qualified service partner or
specialist workshop. The power
socket required by law for on-
board diagnosis (OBD) in the ve-
hicle is used to read out the data.
The data is collected, processed
and used by the respective
service network locations. The
data documents the vehicle's
technical states and helps with
fault finding, compliance with
warranty obligations and quality
improvements.
The manufacturer also has prod-
uct monitoring obligations arising
from product liability law. The
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vehicle manufacturer requires
technical data from the vehicle in
order to fulfill these obligations.
The data from the vehicle can
also be used to verify customer
warranty and guarantee claims.
The fault memory and event data
recorder in the vehicle can be
reset by a BMW Motorrad retailer
or other qualified service partner
or specialist workshop as part of
repair work or servicing.
Data input and data transfer
in the vehicle
General
Depending on the equipment,
comfort settings and individual-
ized settings in the vehicle can
be saved and changed or reset
at any time.
Examples of these include:
Windshield position settings
Chassis and suspension adjust-
ment settings
It is possible to introduce data
into the vehicle entertainment
and communication system via a
smartphone, for instance.
Depending on the individual
equipment, this includes:
Multimedia data, such as music
for playback
Address book data for use in
conjunction with a communi-
cation system or integrated
navigation system
Entered navigation destinations
Data about the use of inter-
net services. This data can be
stored locally in the vehicle or
is on a device connected to the
vehicle, such as a smartphone,
USB stick or MP3 player. If
this data is saved in the vehi-
cle, it can be deleted at any
time.
This data is transmitted to third
parties only upon personal re-
quest as part of the use of online
services. The data transmitted
depends on the selected settings
when using the services.
Integrating mobile end de-
vices
Depending on the equipment,
mobile end devices connected
to the vehicle, such as smart-
phones, are controlled using the
vehicle's controls.
This enables audio and visual
output from mobile end devices
through the multimedia system.
At the same time, certain infor-
mation is transmitted to the mo-
bile end device. This includes for
instance position data and other
general vehicle data, depending
on the type of integration, and
makes it possible to optimize
the use of selected apps, such
as those for navigation or music
playback.
The way the data is processed
further is determined by the
provider of the particular app
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used. The range of possible
settings depends on the
particular app and the operating
system of the mobile end device.
Services
General
If the vehicle has a mobile phone
connection, this connection
makes it possible to exchange
data between the vehicle and
other systems. The mobile
phone connection is made
possible through the vehicle's
transmitter and receiver or via
personally integrated mobile end
devices such as smartphones.
Online functions, as they are
called, are used over this mobile
phone connection. These
include online services and
apps provided by the vehicle
manufacturer or other providers.
Vehicle manufacturer ser-
vices
In the case of the vehicle man-
ufacturer's online services, the
particular functions are described
at the appropriate location, such
as in the Rider's Manual or on
manufacturer's website. The rel-
evant legal information on data
privacy is also provided there.
Personal data may be used in
order to provide online services.
The data is exchanged over a
secure connection, i.e. with the
vehicle manufacturer's IT sys-
tems which are intended for this
purpose.
Any collection, processing and
use of personal data that goes
beyond the provision of services
take place only as permitted by
law, on the basis of a contractual
agreement or as a result of con-
sent. It is also possible to have
the entire data connection acti-
vated or deactivated. This is not
the case for legally prescribed
functions.
Services of other providers
When using the online services
of other providers, these services
are subject to the responsibil-
ity and the data protection and
usage conditions of the respec-
tive provider. The vehicle manu-
facturer has no control over the
content exchanged via these ser-
vices. Information about the type,
scope and purpose of collecting
and using personal data as part
of third-party services can be ob-
tained from the particular service
provider.
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General view, left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15
General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17
Underneath seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . .
19
Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . .
20
Dashboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21
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Overviews
General view, left side
1
Brake fluid expansion tank
for the rear wheel brake
(
94)
2
Fuel filler opening (under
the tank cover) (
75)
3
Adjustable backrest
(
64)
4
Spring preload setting
(
65)
5
Oil filler opening and oil
dipstick (under the running
board) (
88)
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General view, right side
1
Brake-fluid reservoir for
front brake (
93)
2
Type plate (on the right of
the head tube)
3
Under the fairing side
panel:
Battery (
110)
Fuses (
112)
Diagnostic connector
(
114)
4
Vehicle identification num-
ber (on the right-hand
frame tube)
5
Coolant level indicator
(through cutout in fairing
side panel) (
95)
6
Coolant expansion tank
(under the step plate sup-
port) (
95)
7
Operating passenger seat
heater (
57)
2
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Overviews
Onboard tool kit (
86)
2
Load capacity table
Tire inflation pressure table
Note on calibrating the
ASC
3
Rider's Manual (US Model)
2
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Overviews
High-beam headlight and
headlight flasher (
46)
2
Hazard warning lights sys-
tem (
46)
3
Windshield (
63)
4
Turn indicators (
47)
5
Horn
6
TRIP/INFO rocker switch
Selecting displays (
47)
Resetting trip odometer
(
48)
Resetting average data
(
48)
Calling up the SETUP
menu (
49)
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Heated handlebar grips
(
56)
2
Seat heating (
57)
3
Emergency on/off switch
(kill switch) (
45)
4
Starter button (
70)
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Warning and indicator
lights (
24)
3
Storage compartment
(
59)
4
Unlocking mechanism of
tank cover (integrated in
the ignition switch/steering
lock) (
75)
5
Unlocking mechanism of
the seat (integrated in the
ignition switch/steering
lock) (
58)
6
Storage compartment
(
59)
Power socket (in the
storage compartment)
(
118)
7
Connector for optional ac-
cessories (under the han-
dlebar trim panel)
2
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Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . .
24
Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26
Service display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40
Distance traveled since fuel reached
reserve level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
41
Oil level indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
41
Outside temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
42
Tire inflation pressures. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
42
3
23
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Displays
Indicator and warning
lights
1
Turn indicator, left
2
General warning light
(
26)
3
Photodiode for recording
the ambient brightness
Anti-theft alarm LED
(
55)
4
Turn indicator, right
5
ABS (
37)
6
Fuel reserve (
31)
7
High beam
8
ASC (
38)
3
24
z
Displays
Fuel fill level indicator
2
Set heating stage (
57)
3
Text field for warnings
(
26)
4
Warning symbols (
26)
5
Tripmeter (
48)
Service display (
40)
Display of distance driven
since reaching fuel reserve
(
41)
6
Tachometer
7
Onboard computer dis-
plays (
47)
8
Clock (
50)
9
Set heating stage (
56)
3
25
z
Displays
Warnings are displayed with ap-
propriate warning lights.
Warnings for which no separate
warning light is provided are sig-
naled by the general warning
light 1 which is accompanied by
a warning notice in position 2
such as EWS! or a warning sym-
bol 3 in the multifunction display.
The universal warning light lights
up in either yellow or red de-
pending on the urgency of the
warning.
If several warnings are active, all
corresponding warning lights and
warning symbol are displayed;
warnings appear alternately.
You will find an overview of the
potential warnings on the follow-
ing pages.
3
26
z
Displays
Overview of warning indicators
Indicator and warning
lights
Display text
Meaning
General warning
light shows yellow.
EWS! is indicated
EWS active (
31)
appears on the
display
Outside temperature warning (
31)
lights up
Fuel down to reserve (
31)
General warning
light shows red.
appears on the
display
Coolant temperature too high (
31)
General warning
light shows yellow.
appears on the
display
Engine oil level too low (
32)
OIL CHECK is indi-
cated
General warning
light shows yellow.
appears on the
display
Engine in emergency-operation mode
(
32)
General warning
light shows yellow.
flashes
Severe fault in the engine management
system (
33)
3
27
z
Displays
Indicator and warning
lights
Display text
Meaning
General warning
light shows yellow.
+ LAMP! is dis-
played
Taillight defective (
33)
General warning
light shows yellow.
+ LAMP! is dis-
played
Headlight bulb defective (
33)
General warning
light shows yellow.
+ LAMP! is dis-
played
Tail light and headlight bulb defective
(
34)
General warning
light flashes red.
appears on the
display
Front tire inflation pressure is outside
approved range (
34)
The critical tire
inflation pressure
flashes
General warning
light flashes red.
appears on the
display
Rear tire inflation pressure is outside ap-
proved range (
35)
The critical tire
inflation pressure
flashes
General warning
light flashes red.
appears on the
display
Tire inflation pressure of both tires is
outside approved range (
35)
3
28
z
Displays
Indicator and warning
lights
Display text
Meaning
tire inflation pres-
sures flash
Tire inflation pressure of both tires is
outside approved range (
35)
"--" or "--:--" is
indicated
Transmission error (
36)
General warning
light shows yellow.
appears on the
display
RDC sensor defective or system fault
(
37)
"--" or "--:--" is
indicated
General warning
light shows yellow.
RDC! is indicated
RDC sensor battery low (
37)
flashes
ABS self-diagnosis not completed
(
37)
lights up
ABS error (
38)
flashes rapidly
ASC intervention (
38)
flashes slowly
ASC self-diagnosis not completed
(
38)
3
29
z
Displays
Indicator and warning
lights
Display text
Meaning
lights up
ASC switched off (
38)
lights up
ASC error (
39)
lights up
CAL. flashes.
ASC calibration not yet completed
(
39)
DWA! is displayed
Anti-theft alarm battery low charge
(
39)
General warning
light shows yellow.
DWA! is displayed
Anti-theft alarm system battery
discharged (
39)
General warning
light shows red.
appears on the
display
Battery charge current insufficient
(
40)
3
30
z
Displays
General warning light lights
up yellow.
EWS! is indicated.
Possible cause:
The ignition key being used is
not authorized for start up, or
communication between the igni-
tion key and engine electronics is
disrupted.
Remove other ignition keys
located on the ignition key.
Use the second ignition key.
Have the defective ignition
key replaced, preferably by a
BMW Motorrad partner.
Outside temperature
warning
Ice crystal symbol appears
on the display.
Possible cause:
The outside temperature mea-
sured at the motorcycle is lower
than 37 °F (3 °C).
WARNING
Risk of black ice, even above
37 °F (3 °C)
Accident hazard
At a low outside temperature,
icy conditions must expected
on bridges and in shady road
areas.
Think well ahead when driving.
Fuel down to reserve
Fuel reserve symbol lights
up.
WARNING
Rough engine running or
switching off of the engine
due to a fuel shortage
Accident hazard, damage to cat-
alytic converter
Do not drive to the extent that
the fuel tank is completely
empty.
Possible cause:
At the most, the fuel tank still
contains the reserve fuel quantity.
Fuel reserve
Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx.
3 l)
Refueling (
75).
Coolant temperature too
high
General warning light shows
red.
Temperature symbol is dis-
played.
3
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z
Displays
Riding with overheated en-
gine
Engine damage
Be sure to observe the mea-
sures listed below.
Possible cause:
Coolant level is too low.
Checking coolant level (
95).
If coolant level is too low:
Have the coolant system
checked at a specialist service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Possible cause:
The coolant or engine oil temper-
ature too high.
If possible, continue driving
in the part-load range to cool
down the engine.
Should the coolant or engine
oil temperature frequently be
too high, have the fault rectified
as quickly as possible by an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Engine oil level too low
General warning light lights
up yellow.
Oil level symbol appears on
the display.
OIL CHECK is indicated.
Possible cause:
The electronic oil level sensor
has detected that the engine's
oil level is too low. Check the
oil level on the oil dipstick at the
next refueling stop:
Checking engine oil level
(
88).
If oil level is too low:
Top up engine oil.
Engine in emergency-
operation mode
General warning light lights
up yellow.
Engine symbol appears on
the display.
WARNING
Unusual handling when the
engine is in emergency oper-
ation
Accident hazard
Avoid rapid acceleration and
passing maneuvers.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has di-
agnosed a fault. The engine is
running in the emergency-opera-
tion mode.
Continued driving is possible,
however the accustomed en-
gine performance may not be
available.
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Displays
In exceptional cases, the en-
gine stops and can no longer
be started.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized specialist workshop,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Severe fault in the engine
management system
General warning light lights
up yellow.
The engine symbol flashes.
WARNING
Damage to engine during
emergency operation
Accident hazard
Drive slowly and avoid rapid
acceleration and passing ma-
neuvers.
If possible, have the vehicle
picked up and the fault elim-
inated at a specialist work-
shop, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has diag-
nosed a fault which can lead to
a severe consequential fault (e.g.
overheating). The engine is in
the emergency-operation mode.
Avoid high load and engine
speed ranges if possible.
It is not recommended to con-
tinue your journey.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized specialist workshop,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Taillight defective
General warning light lights
up yellow.
+ LAMP! is displayed.
WARNING
Overlooking the vehicle in
traffic due to a defective light
source on the vehicle
Safety risk
Replace defective bulbs as
soon as possible; it is best
always to carry a complete
set of spare bulbs on the
motorcycle.
Possible cause:
Light source for combined tail-
light and brake light defective.
The diode taillight must be re-
placed. Please contact a spe-
cialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
Retailer.
Headlight bulb defective
General warning light lights
up yellow.
3
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z
Displays
+ LAMP! is displayed.
WARNING
Overlooking the vehicle in
traffic due to a defective light
source on the vehicle
Safety risk
Replace defective bulbs as
soon as possible; it is best
always to carry a complete
set of spare bulbs on the
motorcycle.
Possible cause:
Low-beam headlight or high-
beam headlight defective.
Replacing bulbs for low-beam
and high-beam headlight
(
105).
Possible cause:
Parking light defective.
The diode parking light must
be replaced. Please contact
a specialist service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Tail light and headlight
bulb defective
General warning light lights
up yellow.
+ LAMP! is displayed.
Possible cause:
The tail light and one headlight
bulb are defective.
See the fault descriptions
above.
Front tire inflation
pressure is outside
approved range
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
General warning light
flashes red.
Tire symbol with arrow
pointing upward is dis-
played.
The critical tire-inflation pressure
flashes.
Possible cause:
The measured front tire inflation
pressure is outside the permissi-
ble tolerance.
Check tire for damage and
suitability for continued use.
If it is still possible to drive with
tire:
WARNING
Tire pressure is outside the
approved tolerance range.
Risk of accident, deterioration in
the handling characteristics of the
vehicle.
Adjust the driving style.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
the next opportunity.
3
34
z
Displays
Before adjusting the tire pres-
sure, check the information on
temperature compensation and
tire pressure adjustment in the
"Technology in detail" section:
Have the tire checked for dam-
age at an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
If you are unsure about the tire's
suitability for continued riding:
Do not continue riding.
Contact roadside service.
Rear tire inflation
pressure is outside
approved range
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
General warning light
flashes red.
Tire symbol with arrow
pointing downward is dis-
played.
The critical tire-inflation pressure
flashes.
Possible cause:
The measured rear tire inflation
pressure is outside the permissi-
ble tolerance.
Check tire for damage and
suitability for continued use.
If it is still possible to drive with
tire:
WARNING
Tire pressure is outside the
approved tolerance range.
Risk of accident, deterioration in
the handling characteristics of the
vehicle.
Adjust the driving style.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
the next opportunity.
NOTICE
Before adjusting the tire pres-
sure, check the information on
temperature compensation and
tire pressure adjustment in the
"Technology in detail" section:
Have the tire checked for dam-
age at an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
If you are unsure about the tire's
suitability for continued riding:
Do not continue riding.
Contact roadside service.
Tire inflation pressure
of both tires is outside
approved range
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
General warning light
flashes red.
3
35
z
Displays
Tire symbol with arrows
pointing upward and down-
ward is displayed.
Tire inflation pressures flash.
Possible cause:
The measured tire inflation pres-
sure of both tires is outside the
permissible tolerance.
Check tire for damage and
suitability for continued use.
Are the tires still suitable for driv-
ing:
WARNING
Tire pressure is outside the
approved tolerance range.
Risk of accident, deterioration in
the handling characteristics of the
vehicle.
Adjust the driving style.
Correct tire inflation pressure at
the next opportunity.
NOTICE
Before adjusting the tire pres-
sure, check the information on
temperature compensation and
tire pressure adjustment in the
"Technology in detail" section:
Have the tire checked for dam-
age at an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
If you are unsure about the driv-
ability of the tires:
Do not continue riding.
Contact roadside service.
Transmission error
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
"--" or "--:--" is indicated.
Possible cause:
The motorcycle's speed has not
exceeded the threshold of ap-
prox. 19 mph (30 km/h). The
RDC sensors do not send their
signal until after this speed has
been exceeded for the first time
(
83).
Watch the TCP/RDC display
at a higher rate of speed. A
continuous error is only present
if the general warning light also
lights up. In this case:
Have fault eliminated at a spe-
cialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Possible cause:
There is a fault in the radio con-
nection to the RDC sensors.
Possible causes are radio sys-
tems in the surrounding area,
which interfere with the connec-
tion between the RDC control
unit and the sensors.
Watch the RDC display in an-
other environment. A continu-
ous error is only present if the
general warning light also lights
up. In this case:
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z
Displays
Have fault eliminated at a spe-
cialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
RDC sensor defective or
system fault
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
General warning light lights
up yellow.
Tire symbol appears on the
display.
"--" or "--:--" is indicated.
Possible cause:
Wheels without RDC sensors are
fitted.
Retrofit wheels with RDC sen-
sors.
Possible cause:
One or two RDC sensors have
failed.
Have fault eliminated at a spe-
cialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Possible cause:
A system fault has occurred.
Have fault eliminated at a spe-
cialist service facility, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
RDC sensor battery low
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
General warning light lights
up yellow.
RDC! is indicated.
NOTICE
This fault message is only shown
for a short time immediately fol-
lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
Possible cause:
The RDC sensor battery no
longer has its full capacity.
Operation of the tire pressure
control is only guaranteed for a
limited period.
Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
ABS self-diagnosis not
completed
ABS warning lamp flashes.
Possible cause:
The self-diagnosis routine
was not completed; the ABS
function is not available. The
MaxiScooter must reach a
speed of at least 3 mph (5 km/h)
3
37
z
Displays
before ABS self-diagnosis can be
completed.
Ride off slowly. It must be
noted that the ABS function
is not available until the self-
diagnosis has been completed.
ABS error
ABS warning lamp lights
up.
Possible cause:
The ABS control unit has de-
tected an error. The ABS func-
tion is not available.
Continued driving is possible
while taking the failed ABS
function into account. Observe
additional information on situa-
tions which can lead to an ABS
error (
81).
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
ASC intervention
ASC warning light flashes
rapidly.
ASC has detected instability at
the rear wheel and responded by
reducing the torque. The ASC
warning light flashes longer than
the ASC intervention lasts. This
feature continues to furnish the
rider with visual feedback con-
firming that the system has initi-
ated active closed-loop interven-
tion even after the critical situa-
tion has passed.
ASC self-diagnosis not
completed
ASC warning light flashes
slowly.
Possible cause:
ASC self-diagnosis rou-
tine not completed
The MaxiScooter must reach
a specified minimum speed
with the engine running before
the system can check opera-
tion of the wheel speed sen-
sors:
min 3 mph (min 5 km/h)
Ride off slowly. It must be
noted that the ASC function
is not available until the self-
diagnosis has been completed.
ASC switched off
ASC warning light lights up.
Possible cause:
The ASC system has been deac-
tivated by the rider.
Switch on ASC (
53).
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38
z
Displays
ASC warning light lights up.
Possible cause:
The ASC control unit has de-
tected an error.
It remains possible to continue
riding. It must be noted that
the ASC function is not avail-
able. You should also take ac-
count of the additional informa-
tion on situations that can lead
to an ASC fault (
82).
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ASC calibration not yet
completed
ASC warning light lights up.
CAL. flashes.
Possible cause:
The ASC calibration is not yet
completed
Finish or repeat ASC
calibration.
Calibrating ASC (
54).
Canceling ASC calibration:
Switch the ignition on and off.
Anti-theft alarm battery
low charge
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA)OE
DWA! is displayed.
NOTICE
This fault message is only shown
for a short time immediately fol-
lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
Possible cause:
The anti-theft alarm battery no
longer has its full capacity. The
operation of the DWA is only
guaranteed for a limited period
with the battery disconnected.
Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Anti-theft alarm system
battery discharged
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA)OE
General warning light lights
up yellow.
DWA! is displayed.
NOTICE
This fault message is only shown
for a short time immediately fol-
lowing the Pre-Ride-Check.
Possible cause:
The anti-theft alarm system
battery is completely discharged.
Operation of the DWA is no
longer guaranteed when the
vehicle's battery is disconnected.
3
39
z
Displays
Contact an authorized service
facility, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Battery charge current
insufficient
General warning light shows
red.
Battery symbol appears in
the display.
WARNING
Failure of vehicle systems
Accident hazard
Do not continue riding.
The battery is not being charged.
If you continue driving, the mo-
torcycle electronics will discharge
the battery.
Possible cause:
Alternator or alternator drive de-
fective.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
Service display
If service is due within a month,
the service date 1 is displayed.
If service is due within 700 miles,
the remaining distance 2 is dis-
played and is counted down in
steps of 100 miles. It is briefly
displayed following the Pre-Ride-
Check.
When a service date
elapses without service, the
general warning light lights up
in yellow, appearing together
with the date and mileage
(kilometerage) display. The
SERVICE message is displayed
continuously.
3
40
z
Displays
If the service display appears
more than a month before the
service date, the current day's
date must be reset in the in-
strument cluster. This situa-
tion can occur if the battery was
disconnected.
Distance traveled since
fuel reached reserve
level
The distance traveled 1 since
reaching the fuel reserve is dis-
played by the symbol 2. This
odometer is reset and no longer
displayed once the fuel reserve
quantity is exceeded.
Oil level indicator
The oil level display 1 provides
information on the oil level in the
engine. This display can only
be activated when the vehicle is
stopped.
The conditions required for using
the oil level display are as follows:
Engine at normal operating
temperature.
Engine idling for at least ten
seconds.
Side stand retracted.
3
41
z
Displays
Maxi-Scooter is positioned ver-
tically.
The displays which may appear
in positions 1 and 2 mean the
following:
OIL OK: oil level correct.
OIL CHECK: check oil level dur-
ing next refueling stop.
OIL ---: no measurement pos-
sible (above-mentioned condi-
tions not met).
If the oil level is too low,
the corresponding warning
symbol is displayed.
Outside temperature
When the outside temper-
ature drops below 37 °F
(3 °C) the temperature display
responds by flashing a warning
indicating possible ice formation
on the road surface. The display
automatically switches from any
other mode to the temperature
reading when the temperature
drops below this threshold for
the first time.
Tire inflation pressures
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
The displayed tire inflation pres-
sures refer to a tire air temper-
ature of 68 °F (20 °C). The fig-
ure on the left side 1 indicates
the front tire's inflation pressure,
while the figure on the right 2
shows the inflation pressure in
the rear tire. Immediately after
switching on the ignition, --:--
is displayed, as the transmis-
sion of the tire pressure values
does not begin until a speed of
19 mph (30 km/h) is exceeded
for the first time.
If the general warning
light 4 flashes red and if
the symbol 3 is also displayed,
then a warning indicator is
concerned. The upper arrow
next to the tire symbol indicates
a problem at the front wheel,
and the lower arrow indicates a
problem at the rear wheel.
Further information on
BMW Motorrad RDC can be
found from page (
83)
onwards.
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42
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Displays
Steering and ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . .
44
Emergency on/off switch (kill
switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
45
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
45
Hazard warning lights system . . . . . . .
46
Turn indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
47
Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
47
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
49
Time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
50
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
52
Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
54
Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . .
56
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
57
Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
58
Tank cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
58
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . .
59
4
43
z
Operation
Steering and ignition
lock
Ignition key
You receive two ignition keys.
with topcaseOA
The Topcase can also be op-
erated using the same ignition
key if desired. Please contact an
authorized workshop for this pur-
pose, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Locking handlebars
Turn handlebars to left.
Turn key to position 3 while
moving handlebars slightly.
Ignition, lights and all electrical
circuits are switched off.
Handlebars are locked.
Left-hand storage compart-
ment is locked.
Key can now be removed.
Switching on ignition
Turn the ignition key to posi-
tion ON.
The windshield moves to the
driving position.
Parking lights and all function
circuits switched on.
Engine can be started.
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
(
70)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. (
71)
ASC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. (
72)
4
44
z
Operation
Switch off ignition
Turn the ignition key to
the OFF position.
The windshield moves to the
park position.
Light is switched off, parking
lamps and lighting for the rear
storage compartment stay lit
up for a little while.
Handlebars not locked.
Key can now be removed.
Emergency on/off
switch (kill switch)
1
Emergency on/off switch
(kill switch)
WARNING
Operation of the emergency
ON/OFF switch when riding
Danger of falling due to blocking
of rear wheel
Do not operate the emergency
ON/OFF switch when riding.
The engine can be switched
off easily and quickly using the
emergency on/off switch.
a
Engine is switched off
b
Operating position
Lights
Low-beam headlight and
parking lights
The parking lights come on au-
tomatically when the ignition is
switched on.
After switching off the ignition,
the parking lamps remain lit for a
short time.
4
45
z
Operation
The parking lights are a strain
on the battery. Do not leave the
ignition switched on longer than
absolutely necessary.
The low-beam headlight switches
on automatically when the engine
is switched on.
High-beam headlight and
headlight flasher
Press switch 1 toward front to
switch on high-beam headlight.
Pull switch 1 toward rear to
actuate headlight flasher.
Parking lights
Switch off ignition.
Immediately after switching off
ignition, push button 1 to left
and hold it until parking lights
come on.
Switch ignition on and then off
again to switch off parking light.
Hazard warning lights
system
Operate hazard warning
flashers
Switch on the ignition.
NOTICE
The hazard warning flashers
place a strain on the battery.
Do not use the hazard warning
flashers for longer than absolutely
necessary.
NOTICE
If a turn signal button is pressed
when operating readiness is
present, the turn signal function
replaces the hazard warning
lights function for the duration
of operation. If the turn signal
button is no longer pressed, the
hazard warning lights function is
activated again.
4
46
z
Operation
Press button 1 to switch on
hazard warning flashers.
Ignition can be switched off.
Switch on ignition and press
button 1 again to switch off
hazard warning flashers.
Turn indicators
Operating turn signals
Switch on the ignition.
Press button 1 to left to switch
on left-side turn signals.
Press button 1 to right to
switch on right-side turn
signals.
Move button 1 to center posi-
tion to switch off turn signals.
NOTICE
The turn indicators automati-
cally switch off when the defined
riding time and distance have
been reached. The defined rid-
ing time and distance can be set
by an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Factory setting:
Riding time = 10 s
Distance = 200 m
Display
Selecting display readings
Switch on the ignition.
Briefly press TRIP 1 in each
case to select the display in
section 3.
The following data can be dis-
played:
Odometer
Trip odometer 1 TRIP 1
Trip odometer 2 TRIP 2
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Operation
The automatic trip distance
TRIP A is automatically reset if
at least five hours have passed
since the ignition was switched
off and the date has changed.
Fuel reserve reached: Distance
traveled since this point in time
Call up the settings menu:
SETUP
Briefly press INFO 2 in each
case to select the display in
section 4.
The following data can be dis-
played:
Ambient temperature TEMP
Average speed ØSPEED
Average fuel consumption
ØFUEL
Current fuel consumption FUEL
Date DATE
Oil level indicator OIL
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
RDC tire pressures
Resetting trip odometer
Switch on the ignition.
Select tripmeter.
The desired trip odometer is
displayed.
Press and hold down TRIP 1
until the trip odometer in
panel 3 is reset.
Resetting average data
Switch on the ignition.
Select average fuel consump-
tion or average speed.
The desired average value is
displayed.
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Operation
Press and hold down INFO 2
until the displayed value in
panel 4 is reset.
SETUP
Selecting the SETUP
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Requirement
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly
until SETUP 3 is displayed.
Press and hold TRIP 1 to start
SETUP.
The dividing line 4 is hidden.
SETUP CLOCK is displayed.
Briefly press TRIP 1 in each
case to select the following
parameter in SETUP.
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA)OE
Activate alarm function of
anti-theft alarm system
automatically after switching off
the ignition DWA ON or leave
switched off DWA OFF.
Switch the ASC on or off ASC
ON / ASC OFF; or calibrate the
ASC ASC CAL.
Set time display CLOCK.
Set date DATE.
Exit SETUP EXIT.
Exit SETUP
Requirement
There are four ways to exit
SETUP.
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Operation
Press and hold TRIP 1.
The on-board computer is dis-
played.
Alternatively: Briefly press
TRIP 1 repeatedly until SETUP
EXIT is displayed.
Press and hold INFO 2.
The on-board computer is dis-
played.
Alternate method: Switch the
ignition off and then on.
The on-board computer is dis-
played.
Alternatively: Drive off.
Speed for the operation
is in SETUP
max 6 mph (max 10 km/h)
When the permissible speed
for operation is exceeded,
SETUP ends.
The on-board computer is dis-
played.
All settings are saved irrespec-
tive of how SETUP was closed.
Time and date
Set clock
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Briefly press TRIP 1 repeatedly
until SETUP 3 is displayed.
Press and hold TRIP 1 to start
SETUP.
The dividing line 4 is hidden.
SETUP CLOCK is displayed.
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Operation
Press and hold INFO 2 to set
the hours.
Hours 7 flash.
Briefly press TRIP 1 to in-
crease hours.
Briefly press INFO 2 to reduce
hours.
When the hours have been
set as desired, press and hold
INFO 2.
Minutes 6 flash.
Briefly press TRIP 1 to in-
crease minutes.
Briefly press INFO 2 to reduce
minutes.
When the minutes have been
set as desired, press and hold
INFO 2.
The minutes 6 no longer flash.
Check the setting on the time
display 8.
The clock is now set.
Press and hold TRIP 1.
The on-board computer is dis-
played.
Set date
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Selecting the SETUP (
49).
SETUP 3 has been started. The
separating line 4 is hidden.
SETUP DATE is displayed.
Press and hold INFO 2.
The year 6 flashes.
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Operation
Briefly press TRIP 1 to move
the year forwards.
Briefly press INFO 2 to move
the year backwards.
When the year has been set
as desired, press and hold
INFO 2.
The month 8 flashes.
Briefly press TRIP 1 to move
the month forwards.
Briefly press INFO 2 to move
the month backwards.
When the month has been
set as desired, press and hold
INFO 2.
The day 7 flashes.
Briefly press TRIP 1 to move
the day forwards.
Briefly press INFO 2 to move
the day backwards.
When the day has been set
as desired, press and hold
INFO 2.
The day 7 no longer flashes.
The clock is now set.
Press and hold TRIP 1.
The on-board computer is dis-
played.
Automatic Stability
Control (ASC)
Deactivating ASC
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Selecting the SETUP (
49).
SETUP 3 has been started. The
separating line 4 is hidden.
SETUP ASC is displayed.
Short-press INFO 2 to tog-
gle between ASC ON 5 and
ASC OFF.
SETUP ASC OFF is displayed.
ASC warning light lights up.
ASC is switched off.
Long-press TRIP 1 to exit
SETUP.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Even with ASC switched off,
engine speed is governed to
prevent extreme acceleration
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Operation
of the rear wheel while clear of
the ground. This is in order to
protect the drive train.
Switch on ASC
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Selecting the SETUP (
49).
SETUP 3 has been started. The
separating line 4 is hidden.
SETUP ASC is displayed.
Short-press INFO 2 to tog-
gle between ASC ON 5 and
ASC OFF.
SETUP ASC ON is displayed.
ASC-warning light remains
OFF.
ASC is switched on.
Long-press TRIP 1 to exit
SETUP.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Alternatively, switch the ignition
off and on again.
If the ASC warning light con-
tinues to light up after switch-
ing the ignition off and then
on again, an ASC fault has oc-
curred.
Calibrating
Calibrating means that the con-
trol is adapted to the effective
tire radii of the front and rear
wheel.
Effective tire radius
The effective tire radius de-
pends on the tire make, tread
depth, tire pressure and load.
Calibrate the ASC control af-
ter every tire change to com-
pensate for changes in the tire
radii.
Calibrate the ASC control regu-
larly as tire wear progresses to
maintain optimum operation.
Recalibration is not required
after removing and refitting
an unchanged wheel, e.g. for
brake servicing.
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Operation
Reduced stability reserves of the
ASC control after tire change.
Switch on ASC (
53).
SETUP ASC ON is displayed.
Long-press INFO 2 to start
calibration.
CAL. 3 flashes.
ASC warning light begins to
light up.
There are no functions as-
signed to 1 or 2.
The menu item can only be
closed by switching the ignition
off and on.
Calibration starts up and waits
for the MaxiScooter to be
driven.
ATTENTION
ASC is not available until
calibration is completed
Accident hazard
Carry out calibration on a flat
and straight stretch of road that
has good adhesion.
Travel straight ahead and keep
the speed constant within
the following speed range for
6 seconds.
Speed range for ASC
calibration
The MaxiScooter must be
driven straight ahead in a spe-
cific speed range:
Speed range for ASC
calibration
19...31 mph (30...50 km/h)
ASC is calibrated.
ASC warning light goes out.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
ASC calibration is completed.
You may continue driving.
Anti-theft alarm (DWA)
with anti-theft alarm system
(DWA)OE
Activate DWA
Switching on ignition (
44).
Adjust DWA (
55).
Turn off ignition.
If the DWA is activated, the
DWA is automatically activated
after the ignition is switched
off.
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Operation
Activation takes approximately
30 seconds to complete.
Turn indicators are illuminated
twice.
Confirmation tone sounds
twice (if programmed).
Alarm signal
The DWA alarm can be set off
by:
Motion sensor
Switching on ignition with an
unauthorized ignition key.
Disconnecting the DWA from
the motorcycle battery (DWA
battery takes over the power
supply – alarm sound only, haz-
ard warning lights do not flash).
If the DWA battery is discharged
all functions remain operational;
the only difference is that the
alarm cannot be set off if the
system is disconnected from the
motorcycle battery.
The duration of the alarm sig-
nal is approx. 26 seconds. Dur-
ing the DWA alarm, an alarm
tone sounds and the indica-
tors flash. The type of alarm
sound can be set by an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
If a DWA alarm was activated
while the motorcycle was
unattended, the driver is notified
accordingly by an alarm tone
sounding once when the ignition
is switched on. The DWA LED
then indicates the reason for the
DWA alarm for one minute.
Light signals on DWA LED:
1 flash: motion sensor 1
2 flashes: motion sensor 2
3 flashes: ignition turned on
with unauthorized ignition key
4 flashes: DWA disconnected
from motorcycle battery
5 flashes: motion sensor 3
Deactivate DWA
Switching on ignition (
44).
Turn indicators light up once.
Confirmation tone sounds once
(if programmed).
DWA is now switched off.
Adjust DWA
Requirement
The Maxi-Scooter is stationary.
Switch on the ignition.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Selecting the SETUP (
49).
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Operation
SETUP 3 has been started. The
separating line 4 is hidden.
SETUP DWA is displayed.
Press INFO 2 briefly to change
between DWA ON 5 and
DWA OFF.
The following settings are avail-
able:
DWA ON: DWA is activated re-
spectively is activated auto-
matically when the ignition is
switched off.
DWA OFF: DWA is deactivated.
Press and hold TRIP 1 to exit
SETUP.
The onboard computer is dis-
played.
Heated handlebar grips
with heated gripsOE
Operating heated grips
Start engine.
NOTICE
The heated grips option can only
be activated when the engine is
running.
Press button 1 repeatedly un-
til desired heating level 2 is
shown.
The handlebar grips can be
heated manually at two levels
or automatically. The second
manual level is used for fast
heat-up of the grips; then the
switch should be switched back
to the first level. The following
displays are available:
Heater output is automat-
ically adjusted in depen-
dence on ambient temperature,
speed and engine speed.
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Operation
100 % heating output
Approx. 50 % heater out-
put
Seat heating
with seat heatingOE
Operating driver's seat
heater
Start engine.
NOTICE
Seat heating can be activated
only when the engine is
running.
Press button 1 repeatedly un-
til desired heating level 2 is
shown.
The rider`s seat can be heated
at two manual levels or automat-
ically. The second manual level
is used for fast heat-up of the
seat; then the switch should be
switched back to the first level.
The following displays are avail-
able:
Heater output is automat-
ically adjusted in depen-
dence on ambient temperature,
speed and engine speed.
100 % heating output
Approx. 50 % heater out-
put
Operating passenger seat
heater
Start engine.
NOTICE
Seat heating can be activated
only when the engine is
running.
Operate the rocker switch 1
on the side with two dots, to
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z
Operation
switch on the high heater out-
put HIGH.
Operate the rocker switch 1 on
the side with one dot, to switch
on the low heater output LOW.
Set the rocker switch 1 to the
center position, to switch off
seat heating.
The set level 2 is shown in the
display. The second stage is
used to quickly heat up the pas-
senger seat; then the switch
should be switched back to the
first stage. The following displays
are available:
Approx. 50 % heater out-
put
100 % heating output
Seat
Operate the seat
Switch off ignition.
Insert the ignition key in the
steering lock and then turn it
clockwise.
If it is difficult to move, press
down the seat at the rear, then
lift it up at the rear.
To close, press the seat into
the locking mechanism at the
rear.
Tank cover
Unlocking the tank cover
Refueling (
75).
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z
Operation
Operating front storage
compartments
To open a storage compart-
ment, press corresponding re-
lease lever 1 downward.
To close a storage compart-
ment, press corresponding
door into locking device.
NOTICE
The left-hand storage compart-
ment is locked together with the
steering lock.
Operating rear storage
compartment
Open seat.
Operate the seat (
58).
NOTICE
The lighting of the storage com-
partment is switched on when
the ignition is switched on.
After switching off the ignition,
the storage compartment lighting
remains lit for a short time.
To store two helmets in the
storage compartment, position
the helmets as shown in the
picture.
Close seat.
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Operation
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
62
Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
62
Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
62
Wind deflection wing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
64
Backrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
64
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
65
Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
65
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Setting
Move mirror into desired posi-
tion by applying light pressure
at edge.
Headlight
Adjusting headlight for
RHD/LHD traffic
This motorcycle's headlight fea-
tures a symmetrical low beam.
No special adjustments or proce-
dures are required prior to oper-
ating the motorcycle in a coun-
try where traffic travels on the
side of the road opposite to that
of your home country (left-hand
drive to right-hand drive or vice
versa).
Headlight range and
spring preload
The headlight range generally
remains constant due to the ad-
justment of the spring preload to
the loading state.
If you are unsure whether the
headlight range is correct,
consult a specialized workshop,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Windshield
Automatic park- and drive
position
ATTENTION
Windshield collision during
automatic operation
Scratches, cracks and fractures in
windshield
Do not keep any items in the
driving area.
Note or remove obstacles.
Actuate windshield button to
stop automatic drive.
NOTICE
The windshield moves to the
parking position after the igni-
tion is switched off.
Damage caused by concentrated
sunlight is avoided.
The parking position is approx-
imately in the middle of the ad-
justment range.
Automatic park position after
ignition OFF
When the ignition is switched
off the windshield returns auto-
matically to park position.
Automatic drive starts only if
the windshield travel position
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Setting
is higher than the parking posi-
tion.
If the windshield encounters
resistance before it reaches
its limit position the pressure-
sensitive finger guard system
goes active. The windshield
stops moving.
Automatic drive stops imme-
diately if the windshield rocker
switch is operated.
If the ignition is switched on in
automatic drive, the windshield
moves towards the drive posi-
tion again.
Automatic drive after ignition
ON
When the ignition is switched
on, the windshield returns to
the last drive position.
Automatic drive starts only if
the windshield travel position
is higher than the parking posi-
tion.
Automatic drive stops imme-
diately if the windshield rocker
switch is operated.
If the ignition is switched on
during automatic drive the
windshield moves towards the
park position again.
If automatic drive ends or is
stopped, the windshield can
be adjusted with the rocker
switches while the engine is
running.
Adjusting windshield
Switching on ignition (
44).
The windshield moves from
the wiper park position into the
final drive position.
Start engine to avoid discharg-
ing battery.
Push rocker switch 1 up to
raise the windshield.
Push rocker switch 1 down to
lower the windshield.
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Setting
Wind deflection wing
Adjusting slipstream
deflectors
WARNING
Adjusting the slipstream de-
flectors.
Accident hazard
Only adjust the slipstream de-
flectors when the motorcycle is
stationary.
Turn slipstream deflector 1 in
or out to adjust the airflow for
the rider.
Backrest
Adjust backrest
Requirement
The backrest is delivered in the
rearmost of three possible posi-
tions.
Open the seat 3.
Remove screws 1 and 2.
Remove backrest.
Position the mountings 4 in
the required position above the
seat bench 3.
Tighten the shorter screws 1
five turns.
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Setting
Tighten the longer screws 2
five turns.
Repeat this sequence until
the backrest is firmly secured.
Here, tighten the screws only
hand-tight.
Backrest on seat bench
1 lb/ft (2 Nm)
Close the seat 3.
Brakes
Adjust handbrake lever
WARNING
Modified position of the
brake fluid reservoir
Air in the brake system
Do not twist the handlebar fit-
ting or the handlebars.
WARNING
Adjusting the handbrake
lever while driving.
Accident hazard
Only adjust the handbrake
lever when the Scooter is
stationary.
Turn adjusting screw 1 of the
left handbrake lever or adjust-
ing screw 2 of the right hand-
brake lever into the desired
position.
NOTICE
The adjusting screw is easier to
turn if you push the brake lever
forwards.
Adjustment options:
from Position 1: largest dis-
tance between handlebar grip
and brake lever
up to Position 5: smallest dis-
tance between handlebar grip
and brake lever
Spring preload
Setting
It is essential to set spring
preload of the rear suspension
to suit the load carried by the
MaxiScooter. Increase spring
preload when the vehicle is
heavily loaded and reduce spring
preload accordingly when the
vehicle is lightly loaded.
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Setting
Adjusting spring preload
at rear wheel
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
If you want to increase the
spring preload, turn adjusting
ring 1 with the tools from the
onboard toolkit in direction A.
If you want to decrease the
spring preload, turn adjusting
ring 1 with the tools from the
onboard toolkit in direction B.
Basic setting of spring
preload, rear
Increase from lowest preload
by 3 notches. (One-up without
load)
Increase from lowest preload
by 4 notches. (One-up with
load)
Increase from lowest preload
by 6 notches. (Two-up and
load)
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Setting
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
68
Observe checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
70
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
70
Riding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
72
Breaking in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
73
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
73
Park the Maxi-Scooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
74
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
75
Secure the vehicle for transporta-
tion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
77
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Riding
Do not drive without the correct
clothing:
Helmet
Rider's suit
Gloves
Boots
This applies even to short
journeys, and to every season
of the year. Your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer will be
happy to advise you and has
the correct clothing for every
purpose.
Load
WARNING
Reduced riding stability
caused by overloading and
uneven loading
Accident hazard
Do not exceed the gross
weight limit and observe the
loading information.
Adjust the spring preload set-
ting to the total weight of the
vehicle.
with luggage rackOA
Comply with maximum payload
of luggage rack.
Payload of luggage rack
max 20 lbs (max 9 kg)
with topcaseOA
Observe maximum payload and
permissible top speed of Top-
case.
Payload of Topcase
max 11 lbs (max 5 kg)
Maximum speed when
riding with a loaded top-
case
max 112 mph (max
180 km/h)
Speed
If you drive at high speed, always
bear in mind the following exam-
ples of marginal conditions that
can adversely affect the drivability
of your Maxi-Scooter:
Setting for the suspension sys-
tem
Unevenly distributed load
Loose clothing
Insufficient tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire tread in poor condition
Risk of poisoning
Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, which is colorless and
odorless but highly toxic.
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Riding
Harmful exhaust gas
Danger of suffocation
Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Do not run the engine in
closed rooms.
Burn hazard
CAUTION
Intense heating up of engine
and exhaust system while
riding
Burn hazard
After parking the motorcycle,
make sure that no persons
or objects come into contact
with the engine and exhaust
system.
Catalytic converter
If misfiring causes unburned fuel
to enter the catalytic converter,
there is a danger of overheating
and damage.
The following must be observed:
Do not run the fuel tank dry.
Do not run the engine with the
spark-plug cap removed.
Stop the engine immediately if
it misfires.
Use unleaded fuel only.
Comply with all specified main-
tenance intervals.
ATTENTION
Unburned fuel in the catalytic
converter
Damage to catalytic converter
Note the points listed for
protection of the catalytic
converter.
Danger of overheating
ATTENTION
Engine idling for a lengthy
period while at a standstill
Overheating due to insufficient
cooling; in extreme cases vehicle
fire
Do not allow the engine to idle
unnecessarily.
After starting, ride off
immediately.
Modifications
ATTENTION
Modifications to the Maxi-
Scooter (e.g., engine control
unit, throttle valves, clutch)
Damage to the affected parts,
failure of safety-relevant func-
tions. Damage caused in this
way is not covered by the war-
ranty.
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Riding
Do not make any
modifications.
Observe checklist
Use the following checklist to
check your motorcycle at regu-
lar intervals.
Requirement
Before every journey:
Check operation of the brake
system.
Check operation of the lighting
and signal system.
Check tire tread depth (
97).
Check secure hold of topcase
and luggage.
Requirement
At every third refueling stop:
Adjusting spring preload at rear
wheel (
66).
Check engine oil level (
88).
Check front brake pad thick-
ness (
90).
Checking rear brake pad thick-
ness (
91).
Checking brake fluid level of
front brake (
93).
Checking brake fluid level for
rear brake (
94).
Checking coolant level (
95).
Starting
Starting engine
Switch on the ignition.
Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.
(
70)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. (
71)
ASC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. (
72)
Operate the brake.
NOTICE
Vehicle cannot be started with
side stand extended. If side
stand is extended with engine
running, engine stops.
Press starter button 1.
Engine starts.
Consult the troubleshooting
chart if the engine refuses to
start. (
130)
Pre-Ride-Check
After the ignition is switched on,
the instrument cluster conducts a
test of the analog instruments as
well as the warning and indica-
tor lights in a "Pre-Ride-Check".
Starting the engine before the
test routine is completed will
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Riding
cancel the remainder of the rou-
tine.
Phase 1
The pointer of the speedometer
is run up to the end stop. The
warning and indicator lights are
switched on.
Phase 2
The speedometer pointer is
moved back. The switched-on
indicator and warning lights are
switched off.
If the pointer has not been
moved, or if one of the warning
and indicator lights has not been
switched on:
WARNING
Defective warning lights
Lack of display of malfunctions
Check the display of all indica-
tor and warning lights.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
ABS self-diagnosis
The self-diagnosis routine
is determining whether
BMW Motorrad ABS is ready for
operation. The self-diagnosis
routine runs automatically when
you switch on the ignition. To
check the wheel speed sensors,
the Maxi-Scooter must be driven
a few meters.
Phase 1
Check on system components
monitored by diagnostic sys-
tem while motorcycle is parked.
ABS warning lamp flashes.
Phase 2
Check wheel sensors while
starting off.
ABS warning lamp flashes.
ABS self-diagnosis
completed
ABS warning light goes out.
If an ABS error is displayed after
the ABS self-diagnosis is com-
pleted:
It remains possible to continue
riding. It must be noted that
the ABS function is not avail-
able.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
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Riding
The self-diagnosis routine
is determining whether
BMW Motorrad ASC is ready for
operation. The self-diagnosis
routine runs automatically when
you switch on the ignition.
Phase 1
Check on system components
monitored by diagnostic sys-
tem while motorcycle is parked.
ASC warning light flashes
slowly.
Phase 2
Checks diagnosis-capable sys-
tem components when motor-
cycle starts to move.
ASC warning light flashes
slowly.
ASC self-diagnosis
completed
The ASC symbol is no longer
displayed.
Watch all warning and indicator
lights on the display.
ASC self-diagnosis rou-
tine not completed
The MaxiScooter must reach
a specified minimum speed
with the engine running before
the system can check opera-
tion of the wheel speed sen-
sors:
min 3 mph (min 5 km/h)
If an ASC error is displayed after
the ASC self-diagnosis is com-
pleted:
It remains possible to continue
riding. It must be noted that
the ASC function is not avail-
able.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an
authorized service facility,
preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad Retailer.
If the ASC adjusts without re-
quest, too often or too soon,
refer to the troubleshooting ta-
ble for help. (
130)
Riding
At engine speeds below approx-
imately 1800 rpm, the centrifu-
gal clutch opens and the Maxi-
Scooter is idling. If the engine
speed is increased, the clutch
closes and the Maxi-Scooter
drives off.
In the range from approximately
25 mph (40 km/h) to approxi-
mately 75 mph (120 km/h), the
engine operates at almost con-
stant speed in the range of the
maximum torque. The change in
speed is achieved by CVT. This
only slightly changes the engine
noise in this speed range.
Speeds above approximately
75 mph (120 km/h) are achieved
by increasing the engine speed.
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Drive in frequently changing
load ranges prior to the pre-
delivery check.
Try to do most of your rid-
ing during this initial period on
twisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-
ing highways if possible.
Have the initial inspection per-
formed after the first 300 -
750 mls (500 - 1200 km).
Brake pads
New brake pads must be run in
before they achieve their opti-
mum friction force. This initial
reduction in braking efficiency
can be compensated for by ex-
erting greater pressure on the
brake levers.
WARNING
New brake pads
Extension of the braking distance,
accident hazard
Brake early.
Tires
New tires have a smooth sur-
face. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at
various heel angles until the tires
are run in. This running in proce-
dure is essential if the tires are to
achieve maximum grip.
WARNING
Loss of adhesion of new tires
on wet roads and at extreme
angles
Accident hazard
Always think well ahead and
avoid extreme angles.
Brakes
How do you achieve
the shortest stopping
distances?
During braking the load distri-
bution changes dynamically be-
tween the front and the rear
wheel. The heavier you brake,
the greater the weight transfer
to the front wheel. Increases in
the load on an individual wheel
are accompanied by a rise in the
effective braking force that the
wheel can provide.
To achieve the shortest possi-
ble braking distance, the front
brake must be applied quickly
and with progressively greater
levels of force. This procedure
provides ideal exploitation of
the extra weight transfer to the
front wheel. With the frequently
instructed "forced braking," in
which the brake pressure is gen-
erated as quickly as possible and
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with great force, dynamic load
distribution lags behind the pro-
gressive increases in deceleration
rate and the braking force cannot
be completely transferred to the
road surface. It would cause the
front wheel to lock up.
Locking up of the front wheel
is prevented by BMW Motorrad
ABS.
Descending mountain
passes
WARNING
Braking only with the rear-
wheel brake when descend-
ing mountain passes
Reduced of braking action, de-
struction of the brakes caused by
overheating
Use both front and rear brakes,
and make use of the engine's
braking effect as well.
Wet, soiled brakes
Moisture and dirt on the brake
disks and the brake pads result in
a decrease in the braking action.
Delayed or poorer braking action
must be expected in the follow-
ing situations:
When driving in the rain and
through puddles.
After washing the vehicle.
When driving on roads spread
with salt.
After working on the brakes
due to oil or grease residues.
When driving on soiled roads
or offroad.
WARNING
Poorer braking action due to
moisture and dirt
Accident hazard
Brake until brakes are dry or
clean; clean if necessary.
Brake early until the full braking
action is available again.
Park the Maxi-Scooter
Side stand
Switch off engine.
ATTENTION
Poor ground conditions in
area of stand
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
firm.
Extend side stand and park
Maxi-Scooter.
The parking brake prevents the
motorcycle from rolling.
ATTENTION
Loading of the side stand
with additional weight
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Component damage cause by
tipping over
Do not sit on the motorcycle
when it is parked on the side
stands.
If the slope of the road permits,
turn the handlebars to the left.
Center stand
Switch off engine.
ATTENTION
Poor ground conditions in
area of stand
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
firm.
ATTENTION
Center stand folds if subject
to sharp movements.
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Do not sit on the motorcycle
while it is resting on the center
stand.
Extend center stand and jack
up Maxi-Scooter.
Refueling
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable
Fire and explosion hazard
Do not smoke. Never bring
a naked flame near the fuel
tank.
ATTENTION
Contact of fuel and plastic
surfaces
Damage to surfaces (become
unattractive or cloudy)
Immediately clean plastic sur-
faces after contact with fuel.
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the Maxi-
Scooter on its center stand.
Insert the ignition key in the
steering lock and then turn it
counter-clockwise.
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If it is difficult to move, press
the tank cover 1 to the rear
and then fold it to the front.
Open the gas cap 2.
WARNING
Escaping of fuel due to ex-
pansion under exposure to
heat with overfilled fuel tank
Accident hazard
Do not overfill the fuel tank.
ATTENTION
Refueling with leaded fuel
Damage to catalytic converter
Do not refuel with leaded gaso-
line or gasoline with metallic
additives, e.g. manganese or
iron.
Refuel with a fuel meeting the
specifications listed, continu-
ing until the fuel is no higher
than the lower edge of the filler
neck.
NOTICE
If refueling is carried out after
running on fuel reserve, the re-
sulting filling capacity must be
greater than the fuel reserve so
that the new fill level is detected
and the fuel reserve indicator
light is switched off.
Recommended fuel qual-
ity
Normal unleaded (max. 15 %
ethanol, E15)
87 AKI (91 ROZ/RON)
min 87 AKI
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Usable fuel quantity
Approx. 4.1 gal (Approx.
15.5 l)
Fuel reserve
Approx. 3.2 quarts (Approx.
3 l)
Close the gas cap 2.
Press the tank cover 1 into the
locking mechanism.
Secure the vehicle for
transportation
Protect all component surfaces
along which tensioning straps
are routed against scratching,
e.g. using adhesive tape or soft
cloths.
ATTENTION
Motorcycle tips to the side
when raising
Component damage cause by
tipping over
Secure the motorcycle against
tipping to the side, preferably
with the assistance of a second
person.
Push the vehicle onto the
transportation flat and hold it in
position; do not place it on the
side stand or center stand.
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Pinching of components
Component damage
Do not pinch components,
e.g. brake lines or wiring
harnesses.
Lay the tensioning straps at
the front across the lower fork
bridge on both sides and ten-
sion the straps.
Lay the rear right tensioning
strap around the retainer spike
of the silencer and tension it.
Lay the rear left tensioning
strap around the spring strut
mount and tension it.
Tension all straps evenly; the
motorcycle should be pulled
down against its springs with
the suspension compressed as
much as possible.
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Technology in detail
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
80
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . .
80
Automatic Stability Control
(ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
82
Tire pressure control (RDC) . . . . . . . . .
83
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Technology in detail
More information on the topic of
technology is available at:
bmw-motorrad.com/technol-
ogy
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)
How does the ABS work?
The maximum braking force that
can be transferred to the road
surface is partially dependent on
the friction coefficient of the road
surface. Gravel, ice, snow and
wet roads offer a considerably
poorer friction coefficient than a
dry, clean asphalt surface. The
poorer the friction coefficient of
the road surface is, the longer
the braking distance will be.
If the maximum transferable
brake force is exceeded when
the driver increases the brake
pressure, the wheels begin to
lock and driving stability is lost.
A fall can occur. Before this
situation occurs, ABS intervenes
and adjusts the brake pressure
to the maximum transferable
braking force. This enables
the wheels to continue to turn
and maintains driving stability
regardless of the road surface
condition.
What happens when
rough roads are
encountered?
Bumpy or rough roads can briefly
lead to a loss of contact between
the tires and the road surface,
until the transferable braking
force is reduced to zero. If brak-
ing is carried out in this situa-
tion, the ABS reduces the brake
pressure to ensure driving sta-
bility when restoring contact to
the road. At this point in time,
the BMW Motorrad ABS must
assume extremely low friction
coefficients (gravel, ice, snow)
so that the road wheels turn in
every imaginable case and the
driving stability is ensured. After
detecting the actual conditions,
the system adjusts the optimum
brake pressure.
Lifting off rear wheel
Even during severe braking, a
high level of tire grip can mean
that the front wheel does not
lock up until very late, if at all.
Consequently, ABS does not
intervene until very late, if at
all. Under these circumstances
the rear wheel can lift off the
ground, and the outcome can be
a high-siding situation in which
the Maxi-Scooter can flip over.
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Lifting off of the rear wheel
due to heavy braking
Accident hazard
When braking heavily, bear in
mind that the ABS control can-
not always be relied on to pre-
vent the rear wheel from lifting
off the ground.
What are the design
characteristics of the
BMW Motorrad ABS?
The BMW Motorrad ABS en-
sures driving stability on any
surface within the limits of driv-
ing physics. The system is not
optimized for the special condi-
tions encountered under extreme
weather during off-road and race-
track use.
Special situations
To detect the tendency of the
wheels to lock up, the speeds
of the front and rear wheel are
compared. If implausible values
are detected over a longer period
of time, the ABS function is de-
activated for safety reasons and
an ABS error is indicated. A self-
diagnosis routine must be com-
pleted before the error will be
displayed.
Apart from problems on the
BMW Motorrad ABS, unusual
riding conditions can also cause
a fault message to be generated.
Unusual riding conditions:
With ASC switched off: rid-
ing for a lengthy period with
the back wheel lifted off the
ground (wheelie)
Rear wheel rotating with the
vehicle held stationary by ap-
plying the front brake (burn-
out).
Rear wheel skidding on a slip-
pery surface for a lengthy pe-
riod, for example deceleration
using the engine's braking ef-
fect.
Should a fault code occur due to
an unusual driving condition, the
ABS function can be reactivated
by switching the ignition off and
then on again.
How important is regular
maintenance?
WARNING
Brake system not regularly
serviced
Accident hazard
To ensure that the
BMW Motorrad ABS is in a
properly maintained condition,
it is vital that the specified
service intervals are kept to.
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Reserves for safety
But remember: the potentially
shorter braking distances which
BMW Motorrad ABS permits
must not be used as an excuse
for careless riding. ABS is pri-
marily a means of ensuring a
safety margin in genuine emer-
gencies.
Be careful in curves! When you
apply the brakes on a corner,
the motorcycle's weight and
momentum take over and even
BMW Motorrad ABS is unable to
counteract their effects.
Automatic Stability
Control (ASC)
How does ASC work?
BMW Motorrad ASC compares
the wheel speeds of the front
and rear wheels. Differences in
the relative rotation speeds al-
low the system to determine the
slip rate, and thus the stability re-
serves at the rear wheel. The en-
gine management system adapts
the engine torque when the slip
limit is exceeded.
Special situations
As lean angles increase, accel-
eration potential is also progres-
sively restricted by the laws of
physics. This can result in de-
layed acceleration when coming
out of very tight curves.
The system compares the rota-
tion speeds of the front and rear
wheels to detect any tendency
for the rear wheel to spin or lose
traction. If the system registers
implausible data for an extended
period of time it will deactivate
the ASC functionality as safety
precaution and a display will alert
you to an ASC error. A self-diag-
nosis routine must be completed
before the error will be displayed.
Driving on the rear wheel (per-
forming Wheelies) for an ex-
tended period may cause the
ASC of the BMW Motorrad to
switch off automatically.
If the front wheel loses contact
to the ground during extreme
acceleration, the ASC reduces
the engine torque until the front
wheel touches the ground again.
BMW Motorrad recommends
that you respond to this condi-
tion by twisting back the throttle
grip somewhat to return to stable
dynamic operating conditions as
quickly as possible.
On smooth surfaces never com-
pletely twist the throttle grip back
in an abrupt manner. The en-
gine's braking torque could cause
the rear wheel to lock, resulting
in unstable motorcycle condi-
tions. This case cannot be con-
trolled by BMW Motorrad ASC.
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On very loose surfaces (e.g. sand
or snow) the control interven-
tions of the ASC can reduce the
driving power at the rear wheel
to such a degree that the rear
wheel no longer turns sufficiently.
In this case, BMW Motorrad rec-
ommends switching off the ASC
temporarily.
Bear in mind that the rear wheel
will spin on the loose surface and
close the throttle in good time
before you reach a firm surface.
Then switch on the ASC again.
Tire pressure control
(RDC)
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
Operation
A sensor located in each tire
monitors the pressure and air
temperature of the tire and trans-
mits this information to the con-
trol unit.
The sensors are equipped with
a centrifugal controller that sup-
presses transmission of the mea-
sured values until a speed of ap-
proximately 18 mph (30 km/h)
is reached. Before initial recep-
tion of the tire pressure, "--"
is shown in the multifunction
display for each tire. The sen-
sors continue to transmit the
monitored data for approximately
15 minutes after the motorcycle
comes to a stop.
Temperature
compensation
The tire inflation pressure is tem-
perature dependent, i.e. it in-
creases or decreases together
with the tire air temperature. The
tire air temperature is dependent
on the ambient temperature, the
driving style and the length of the
journey.
The tire pressures that appear
in the multifunction display are
temperature-compensated; they
are adjusted for a tire air tem-
perature of 68 °F (20 °C). No
temperature compensation is
available in the pressure gages
at filling stations, meaning that
the measured tire pressure varies
according to tire air temperature.
As a result, the pressure figures
indicated by the gauges at fill-
ing stations will usually vary from
those appearing in the multifunc-
tion display.
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Compare the TCP/RDC value in
the multifunction display with the
value on the back cover of the
Rider's Manual. The difference
between the two values must
be compensated with the tire
inflation pressure tester at the
filling station.
Example: according to the
Rider's Manual, the tire inflation
pressure is to be 36 psi (2.5 bar),
however 33 psi (2.3 bar) is
shown in the multifunction
display. It is low by 3 psi
(0.2 bar).
The tester at the filling station
indicates 34.8 psi (2.4 bar). This
value must be increased by 3 psi
(0.2 bar) to 37.8 psi (2.6 bar) in
order to produce the correct tire
inflation pressure.
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General instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
86
Standard tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
86
Front wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
86
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
88
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
90
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
95
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
96
Rims and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
97
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
98
Light sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Fairings and panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Jump-starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Data link connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
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Maintenance
The "Maintenance" chapter de-
scribes work involving the check-
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are
to be taken into account for
assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Information on additional
maintenance and repair work is
provided in the repair manual
for your vehicle on DVD, which
you can obtain from your
BMW Motorrad partner.
Special tools and thorough spe-
cialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work
described here. If you are in
doubt, consult an authorized
workshop, preferably your au-
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Standard tool kit
1
Hook wrench
Adjusting spring preload
at rear wheel (
66).
2
Torx wrench T30
Checking engine oil level
(
88).
Topping up coolant
(
95).
3
Spare fuses with gripper
Miniature fuses: 4 A,
7.5 A, 10 A and 15 A
Replace the fuses.
4
Open-ended wrench
Wrench size: 8/10 mm
4
Removing battery
(
111).
5
Reversible screwdriver in-
sert
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
Remove body panels.
Removing battery
(
111).
Front wheel stand
Mount front wheel stand
Requirement
The base stand and its acces-
sories are available through your
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Use basic stand with front
wheel mount.
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Install the spacer buffer 1 on
the left and right in the lower
position.
Loosen fastening screws 2 on
left and right.
Push mounts 3 on left and
right far enough apart that front
suspension fits between them.
Use locating pins 4 on left and
right to set front wheel stand to
desired height.
Center front wheel stand rela-
tive to front wheel and push it
against front axle.
Align two mounts 3 on left and
right so that front suspension
rests securely on them.
Tighten fastening screws 2 on
left and right.
ATTENTION
Lifting-off of the center stand
if the vehicle is raised too
high
Component damage cause by
tipping over
When raising the motorcy-
cle, make sure that the center
stand remains on the ground.
Adjust the height of the front
wheel stand if necessary.
Press down front wheel stand
evenly to raise Maxi-Scooter.
Ensure Maxi-Scooter is stand-
ing securely.
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Maintenance
Checking engine oil level
ATTENTION
Incorrect oil level display af-
ter long immobilization pe-
riod caused by oil collecting
in the oil sump instead of the
oil reservoir
Misinterpretation of the oil capac-
ity
Only check the oil level after
a longer journey or when the
engine is warm.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Allow engine to run in neutral
for one minute.
Switch off ignition.
Remove the running board
rest 1.
Remove the cover 2 in an up-
ward motion.
Wipe area around oil fill loca-
tion to clean it.
Remove oil dipstick 1.
Clean the measuring range 2
on the oil dipstick with a dry
cloth.
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Maintenance
Position the oil dipstick on the
oil filler opening, but do not
screw in.
Remove oil dipstick and read
fluid level.
Specified level of engine
oil
Between MIN and MAX
marking (Engine at operating
temperature, merely put the
oil dipstick in place, do not
screw it in.)
If oil level is below minimum
mark:
Add engine oil up to specified
level.
Engine oil, quantity for
topping up
max 0.5 quarts (max 0.5 l) (Dif-
ference between MIN and
MAX)
If oil level is above MAX mark:
Have fluid level corrected by an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Install oil dipstick.
Install cover 2.
Insert the running board rest 1.
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Check brake operation
Actuate right-hand brake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
Actuate left-hand brake lever.
Pressure point must be clearly
perceptible.
To check the parking brake,
extend the side stand and try
to slide the Maxi-Scooter back
and forth.
It must not be possible to slide
the Maxi-Scooter.
If no clear resistance points can
be felt or if the Maxi-Scooter can
be pushed:
Have the brakes checked at an
authorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Check front brake pad
thickness
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Conduct a visual inspection
of the brake pad thickness.
Viewing direction: left and
right between wheel and front
suspension toward brake
pads 1.
Front brake-pad wear
limit
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Only friction material without
carrier plate. Wear markings
(grooves) must be clearly visi-
ble.)
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If the wear indicators are no
longer clearly visible:
WARNING
Dropping below the minimum
pad thickness
Reduced braking action, damage
to the brake
In order to ensure the operat-
ing reliability of the brake sys-
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their
minimum thickness.
Have brake pads replaced at
an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking rear brake pad
thickness
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Conduct a visual inspection of
the brake pad thickness. View-
ing direction: from lower right
toward brake pads 1.
Rear brake-pad wear
limit
min 0.04 in (min 1.0 mm)
(Only friction material without
carrier plate.)
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If the wear indicating marks are
no longer visible:
WARNING
Dropping below the minimum
pad thickness
Reduced braking action, damage
to the brake
In order to ensure the operat-
ing reliability of the brake sys-
tem, make sure that the brake
pads are not worn beyond their
minimum thickness.
Have brake pads replaced at
an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Checking brake pad
thickness of parking brake
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Conduct a visual inspection of
the brake pad thickness.
Brake-pad wear limit of
parking brake
The brake disc must not be
visible through the bore holes
on the carrier plate (clean bore
holes).
If brake pads have dropped be-
low the minimum lining thickness:
ATTENTION
The parked vehicle rolls
away as a result of reduced
braking power caused by the
minimum lining thickness not
being met
Component damage caused by
tipping over, despite the side
stand being extended
Do not let the lining thickness
for the parking brake fall below
the minimum.
Have brake pads replaced at
an authorized service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Maintenance
Checking brake fluid level
of front brake
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid in the
brake-fluid reservoir
Considerably reduced braking
performance caused by air in the
brake system
Adjust the riding mode imme-
diately until the fault is rectified.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Align handlebars so that brake-
fluid reservoir is positioned hor-
izontally.
Read off brake fluid level on
right-hand brake-fluid reser-
voir 1.
NOTICE
The brake fluid level in the brake-
fluid reservoir drops due to brake
pad wear.
Front brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-
tal)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have defect corrected as soon
as possible by an authorized
workshop, preferably an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Maintenance
Checking brake fluid level
for rear brake
WARNING
Insufficient brake fluid in the
brake-fluid reservoir
Considerably reduced braking
performance caused by air in the
brake system
Adjust the riding mode imme-
diately until the fault is rectified.
Check brake fluid level
regularly.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Read off brake fluid level on
left-hand brake-fluid reser-
voir 1.
NOTICE
The brake fluid level in the brake-
fluid reservoir drops due to brake
pad wear.
Rear brake fluid level
Brake fluid, DOT4
The brake fluid level must
not fall below the MIN mark.
(Brake-fluid reservoir horizon-
tal)
If brake fluid level falls below the
approved level:
Have defect corrected as soon
as possible by an authorized
workshop, preferably an autho-
rized BMW Motorrad retailer.
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Maintenance
Checking coolant level
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Read off coolant level on ex-
pansion tank through open-
ing 1 below right-hand step
plate.
Setpoint setting for
coolant in expansion tank
Between MIN and MAX mark-
ing (With cold engine)
If coolant level drops below ap-
proved level:
Add coolant.
Topping up coolant
Take off step plate support 1.
Remove screw 1 and take off
cover.
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Maintenance
Open the cap 2 of the coolant
expansion tank and top up with
coolant to the specified level.
Checking coolant level (
95).
Close the cap of the coolant
expansion tank.
Lay on cover and install
screw 1.
Mount step plate support 1.
Tires
Checking tire pressure
WARNING
Incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure.
Scooter driving characteristics
impaired. ASC control character-
istics impaired and tire service life
reduced.
Ensure proper tyre inflation
pressure.
WARNING
Automatic opening of verti-
cally installed valve inserts at
high speeds
Sudden loss of tire inflation pres-
sure
Use valve caps with rubber
sealing ring and screw on
firmly.
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Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Check tire pressures against
data below.
Tire pressure, front
36.3 psi (2.5 bar) (with tire
cold)
Tire pressure, rear
42.1 psi (2.9 bar) (with tire
cold)
If tire pressure is too low:
Correct tire pressure.
Rims and tires
Checking wheel rims
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Subject wheel rims to visual
inspection for defects.
Have damaged rims checked
and, if necessary, replaced
by a specialist service facil-
ity, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Check tire tread depth
WARNING
Riding with heavily worn
tyres
Risk of accident due to poorer
rideability
If necessary, replace the tyres
before the legally specified
minimum tread depth is
reached.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place Maxi-Scooter on
its center stand.
Measure tire tread depth in
main tread grooves with wear
indicators.
NOTICE
Tread wear marks are integrated
into the main grooves on every
tire. If the tire tread has worn
down to the level of the marks,
the tire is completely worn. The
locations of the marks are indi-
cated on the edge of the tire, e.g.
by the letters TI, TWI or by an
arrow.
When the minimum tread depth
is reached:
Replace the worn tires.
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Affect of wheel size on
ABS
The wheel sizes play a major role
in the ABS system. The diam-
eter and width of the wheels
stored in the control unit have
particular significance as the ba-
sis for all necessary calculations.
A change in these sizes resulting
from conversion to wheels not
installed as standard equipment
can seriously affect the control
efficiency of the system.
The sensor rings required for
wheel speed detection must also
match the system installed and
must not be replaced.
If you want to equip your Maxi-
Scooter with different wheels,
please speak to a specialized
workshop, and preferably a
BMW Motorrad retailer. In some
cases the data stored in the
control unit can be adapted to
the new wheel sizes.
Effect of wheel sizes on
the ASC
The wheel sizes play a major role
in the ASC suspension control
system. The radii of the wheels
in particular are stored in the
control unit as the basis for all
necessary calculations. A change
in these sizes resulting from con-
version to wheels not installed
as standard equipment can seri-
ously affect the control efficiency
of these systems.
ATTENTION
Faults in the ASC caused by
changing tire radii
The ASC grips despite good ad-
hesion
Check the wear and pressure
of both tires.
Calibrate the ASC after every
tire change.
If there are an unexpectedly
large number of ASC interven-
tions: Recalibrate the ASC.
ATTENTION
Loss of the adaptation values
for the radii of the tires in the
Digital Motor Electronics
Accident hazard
Recalibrate the ASC after every
software update.
Information on calibration, see
"Operation" (
53).
RDC sticker
with tire pressure monitor
(RDC)OE
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