BMW MOTORRAD C1 2000 Rider's Manual (in English)


1
Rider's Manual
C1
C1 200

d Warning:
This symbol stands for precau-
tions and measures which are
essential in order to protect the
rider or other persons from pos-
sibly severe or fatal injury.
e Important:
Specific instructions and safety
precautions intended to prevent
damage to the vehicle. Failure to
comply with them could invalidate
the warranty.
L Note:
Special information on operating
and inspecting your vehicle as well
as maintenance and adjustment
procedures.
Please note
 

1i
1
Introduction
Welcome to BMWWe congratulate you on choos-
ing a BMW C1 and welcome
you to the worldwide commu-
nity of BMW riders.
Familiarise yourself with your
new BMW C1, so that you can
ride it safely and confidently in
all traffic situations.
To make sure of this, please
read this Rider's Manual care-
fully before starting to use your
new BMW C1. It contains
important information on how to
operate the controls and how to
make the best possible use of
all the technical features of your
BMW C1.
Details described or illustrated
in this booklet may differ from
the vehicle's actual specifica-
tion as purchased, the acces-
sories fitted or the national-
market specification. Please
note that no claims will be
entertained on the basis of such
discrepancies.In addition, it contains useful
hints and information on the
correct equipment for machine
and rider, to ensure maximum
reliability and safety, and advice
on how to maintain the value of
your BMW C1.
If you have any questions con-
cerning your BMW C1, your
BMW dealer will gladly provide
advice and assistance.
We hope you enjoy reading this
Rider's Manual and wish you
many a pleasant, safe journey
on your BMW C1.
Best wishes,
BMW Motorrad
Welcome to BMW



i
2
Introduction
General information and
controls
Model overview ..................... 4
Optional extras/accessories .. 5
General view, left side ........... 6
General view, right side ......... 7
Safety elements .................... 8
Cockpit ................................. 9
Instrument cluster ............... 10
Telltale and warning lights ... 11
Odometer ............................ 12
Clock .................................. 13
Ignition switch and
steering lock ................ 14 - 15
Switch array ........................ 16
Hazard warning flashers ...... 17
Left handlebar fitting ........... 18
Right handlebar fitting ......... 19
Wiper and washer system ... 20
Front fairing panel ............... 21
Seat .................................... 22
Backrest.............................. 23
Stowage compartment ........ 25
Rear seat ............................ 26
Luggage rack ...................... 27 Safety check
Checklist ............................. 28
Coolant ............................... 29
Engine oil ..................... 30 - 31
Fuel .............................. 32 - 33
Brakes ......................... 34 - 38
Windscreen wiper ............... 39
Lights ........................... 40 - 43
Washer system ............ 44 - 45
Tyres and rims ............. 46 - 47
Accessories and
loads ............................ 48 - 49
Contents



1i
3
Introduction
Starting – Riding – Parking
Your first trip ................ 50 - 51
Important notes ........... 52 - 54
Easy lift mechanism ..... 55 - 61
Running in ................... 62 - 63
Seat belt ...................... 64 - 69
Before you start ................... 70
Starting ............................... 71
Telltale and warning
lights ........................... 72 - 73
Riding .......................... 74 - 75
Passenger .......................... 76
Brakes ................................. 77
Anti-lock brake
system (ABS) ............... 78 - 82Arrive safely
Reliability ......................83 - 84
BMW Service ..................... 85
Environmental protection ... 86
BMW accessories .............. 87
Training means extra
safety ................................. 88
Concluding thoughts .......... 89
Contents



11
4
General information and controls
Model overview
C1 Family’s Friend
C1 Executive
 

111
5
General information and controls
Optional extras/accessories
**** ( bRider's Manual, optional accessories)
Basic
Family
’s Friend
Executive
Fun audio system with active speakers****



On-board computer❒❒❒
Cellphone holder


Stowage-compartment attachment kit

Luggage rack


Topcase❒❒❒
Large stowage compartment

Lid and lock for small stowage compartment❒❒❒
Luggage net


Rear-passenger package❒❒❒
Map-reading light


Removable hardtop



Heating package



ABS



Alarm system****



Hazard warning flashers



Running-board rubbing strips❒❒❒

Standard

Optional extras, can be ordered ex-works
❒Optional accessories for retrofitting
 

11
6
General information and controls
General view, left side
1Front fairing panel (b21)
2 Filler neck windscreen
washer (
b44)
3 Seat (
b22),
– Fuel filler cap (
b32)
–Type plate
– Vehicle identification number
4 Map-reading light* 5
Shoulder seat belt (
b68)
6 Seat lock (
b22)
7 Seat belt buckle, left (
b68)
8 Service cover*** left
*Optional extra
*** (Service and Technical Booklet, bChapter 2)
( ) Figure in brackets
bpage number
for description
678
35124
 

111
7
General information and controls
General view, right side
9Stowage compartment
(
b25)
– Battery***
– Documentation
10 Lap-and-shoulder seat belt
(
b67)
11 Windscreen wiper with
cleaning nozzle (
b20)
12 Oil filler neck, engine,
engine oil dipstick (
b31)
13 Seat belt buckle, right
(
b67) 14
Coolant expansion tank
(
b29)
– Toolkit***
– Fuse box***
– Repair kit*** for tubeless
tyres
*** (Service and Technical Booklet, b Chapter 2)
( ) Figure in brackets bpage
number for description
131412
10119
 

11
8
General information and controls
d Warning:
If the front crash element is
damaged, have the damage
assessed by a specialist
workshop, preferably an au-
thorised BMW dealer - safety-
relevant component.
Avoid catching/trapping the
seat belt strap.
1 Front crash element
2 Roof frame
3 Handlebar impact cushion
4 Main frame
5 Seat belts (
b64-69)
d Warning:
Have the side crash elements
replaced, preferably by an au-
thorised BMW dealer, if they
are cracked, broken off or
damaged in any other way -
safety-relevant components.
6 Right shoulder bar with side
crash element
7 Head rest
8 Roof frame padding
9 Left shoulder bar with side
crash element
( ) Figure in bracketsbpage number for
description
Safety elements
129534768