check engine BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 S 2007 Rider's Manual (in English)

5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Parking your motorcycle . . . . . 75
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
6 Engineering details . . . . . 79
Brake system with BMW Mo-
torrad Integral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Electronic engine manage-
ment with BMW Motorrad
ASC
OE
....................... 82
Tyre pressure monitoring
RDC
OE
....................... 84
7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 88
Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
CaseOA
...................... 90
Breakdown assistance
kit
OA
......................... 93 8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 96
Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Brake system, general . . . . . . . . 99
Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 113
Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 114
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . 132
Cleaning easily damaged
components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Protective wax coating . . . . . 134
Laying up motorcycle . . . . . . 134 Restoring motorcycle to
use......................... 134
10 Technical data . . . . . . . 135
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . 136
Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . 137
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Riding specifications . . . . . . . 147

situations, particularly if you at-
tempt to overtake other road
users.
Engine power level might be
lower than normal: adapt your
style of riding accordingly.
The engine control unit has dia-
gnosed a fault. In exceptional
cases, the engine stops and re-
fuses to start. Otherwise, the en-
gine runs in emergency operating
mode.You can continue to ride, but
bear in mind that the usual en-
gine power might not be avail-
able.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer. Insufficient engine oil
pressure
General warning light
flashes red.
Oil-can symbol appears on
the display.
The oil pressure in the lube-oil
system is too low. Stop immedi-
ately and switch off the engine if
the warning light shows. The insufficient oil pres-
sure warning does not fulfil
the function of an oil gauge. The
only way of checking whether the
oil level is correct is to check the
oil level indicator.
A low oil level is one reason why
a warning indicating insufficient
oil pressure is issued.
Check the engine oil level
( 97)
If the oil level is too low: Top up the engine oil ( 98) If the engine oil level is correct:
Riding when engine-oil
pressure is low can result
in engine damage.
Do not continue your journey.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Insufficient battery charge
current General warning light shows
red.
Battery symbol appears on
the display.
A discharged battery can
cause the engine to die
suddenly, and this could result in
a dangerous situation in traffic.
Have faults rectified as soon as
possible.
325zStatus indicators

Warnings, overviewMeaning
Appears on the dis-
playEngine-oil level too low ( 29)Check Oil
ap-
pears on the dis-
play.
Appears on the dis-
play Ice warning ( 29)
328zStatus indicators

Engine-oil level too lowOil-level symbol appears on
the display.Check Oil
appears on the
display.
The electronic oil-level sensor
has registered an excessively low
oil level.
Checking the oil sight glass is
the only way of ascertaining the
exact engine-oil level. The next
time you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level
( 97)
If the oil level is too low:
Top up the engine oil ( 98)
The oil sensor might be defective
if the "Check oil level" message
appears even though a check of
the oil sight glass shows that the
oil level is correct. Seek the advice of a specialist
workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW Motorrad dealer. Ice warning
Ice-crystal symbol appears
on the display.
The air temperature measured
at the motorcycle is lower than
3°C. The ice warning does not
mean that there is no risk
of black ice forming at measured
temperatures above 3 °C.
Always take extra care and think
well ahead when temperatures
are low; remember that the
danger of black ice is particularly
high on bridges and where the
road is in the shade.
Ride carefully and think well
ahead.
ABS warningsMode of presentation
ABS warnings are indicated by
ABS warning light 1.
The way in which the ABS warn-
ing light indicates status can dif-
fer in some countries.
Possible national variant.
The detailed descriptions relating
to BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
start on page ( 80), and you
will find an overview listing the
possible warnings on the next
page.
329zStatus indicators

Ignition switch and
steering lockKeysYou receive one master key and
one spare key. Please consult
the information on the electronic
immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost
or mislaid ( 43).
Ignition switch and steering lock,
tank filler cap lock and seat lock
are all operated with the same
key.
with OA Case:
If you wish you can arrange to
have the cases fitted with locks
that can be opened with this
key as well. Consult a specialist
workshop, preferably an author-
ised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Switching on ignitionTurn the key to position1.
Side light and all function cir-
cuits switched on.
Engine can be started.
Pre-ride check is performed.
( 71)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. ( 71)
with OE Automatic Stability
Control (ASC): Turn the key to position 1.
ASC self-diagnosis is
performed in addition to the checks outlined above.
( 72)
Switching off ignitionTurn the key to position
2.
Lights switched off.
Handlebars not locked.
Key can be removed.
Electrically powered accessor-
ies remain operational for a lim-
ited period of time.
The battery can be recharged
via the on-board socket.
442zOperation

RangeThe description of the residual-
range function ( 47) also cov-
ers the range readout. You can
also view range1before the fuel
level drops to reserve. A special
average-consumption figure is
used to calculate range; this fig-
ure is not necessarily the same
as the value you can call up for
viewing on the display.
When the motorcycle is propped
on its side stand the slight angle
of inclination means that the
sensor cannot register the fuel
level correctly. This is the reason
why the range is calculated only when the motorcycle is on the
move.
When refuelling after running on
reserve, make sure that you top
up the tank to a level above re-
serve, as otherwise the sensor
will not be able to register the
new level. If the sensor cannot
register the new level neither the
fuel-level reading nor the range
readout can be updated.
The calculated range is only
an approximate reading.
Consequently, BMW Motorrad
recommends that you should not
try to use the full range before
refuelling.
Oil levelOil-level indicator 1gives you
an indication of the engine oil
level. You can call up this read-
ing only when the motorcycle is
at a standstill.
The preconditions for the oil level
check are as follows:
Engine at operating temperat-
ure.
Engine idling for at least 10
seconds.
Side stand retracted.
Make sure the motorcycle is
upright.
450zOperation

ChecklistUse the following checklist to
check important functions, set-
tings and wear limits before you
ride off.Brakes
Brake-fluid levels, front and rear
Clutch
Clutch fluid level
Shock absorber setting and
spring preload
Tyre-tread depth and tyre
pressures
Cases correctly installed and
luggage secured
At regular intervals: Engine oil level (every refuelling
stop)
Brake-pad wear (every third
refuelling stop)
StartingSide standYou cannot start the motorcycle
with the side stand extended and
a gear engaged. The engine will
switch itself off if you start it with
the gearbox in neutral and then
engage a gear before retracting
the side stand.GearboxYou can start the engine when
the gearbox is in neutral or if you
pull the clutch with a gear en-
gaged. Do not pull the clutch un-
til after you have switched on the
ignition, as otherwise the engine
will refuse to start. When the
gearbox is in neutral, the green
neutral telltale light is on and the
gear indicator in the multifunction
display shows N.
Starting engine.Kill switch 1in run position A.
Switch on the ignition.
Pre-ride check is performed.
( 71)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. ( 71)
with OE Automatic Stability
Control (ASC): Switch on the ignition.
Pre-ride check is performed.
( 71)
ABS self-diagnosis is
performed. ( 71)
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ASC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 72)
Press starter button1.
If ambient temperatures are
very low, you might find it
necessary to open the throttle
slightly when starting the engine.
At ambient temperatures below
0 °C, disengage the clutch after
switching on the ignition.
The start attempt is auto-
matically interrupted if bat-
tery voltage is too low. Recharge
the battery before you start the engine, or use jump leads and a
donor battery to start.
The engine starts.
Consult the troubleshooting
chart below if the engine re-
fuses to start. ( 136)
Pre-ride checkThe instrument cluster runs a
test of the 'General' warning light
when the ignition is switched
on: this is the "Pre-Ride-Check"
The warning light shows first red
and then yellow, so that you can
check that it is in working order.
The test is aborted if you start
the engine before it completes.
Phase 1 General warning light shows
red.CHECK!
appears on the dis-
play. Phase 2
General warning light shows
yellow.
CHECK!
appears on the dis-
play.
If the 'General' warning light does
not show:
Some malfunctions cannot
be indicated if the 'Gener-
al' warning light cannot be dis-
played.
Check that the 'General' warning
light comes on, and that it shows
red and yellow.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
ABS self-diagnosisBMW Motorrad Integral ABS per-
forms self-diagnosis to ensure
its operability. Self-diagnosis is
performed automatically when
571zRiding

Oil or grease on brakes
Oil and grease on the brake
discs and pads considerably
diminish braking efficiency.
Especially after repair and main-
tenance work, make sure that the
brake discs and brake pads are
free of oil and grease.
Dirt or mud on brakes
When riding on loose sur-
faces or muddy roads, the
brakes may fail to take effect
immediately because of dirt or
moisture on the discs or brake
pads.
Apply the brakes in good time
until the brakes have been
cleaned.
Parking your
motorcyclePlacing motorcycle on
side stand
If the ground is soft or un-
even, there is no guaran-
tee that the motorcycle will rest
firmly on the stand.
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
firm.
Switch off the engine.
Pull the handbrake lever.
Hold the motorcycle upright
and balanced.
Use your left foot to extend the
side stand fully. The side stand is designed
to support only the weight
of the motorcycle.
Do not lean or sit on the
motorcycle with the side stand
extended. Slowly lean the motorcycle to
the side until its weight is taken
by the stand and dismount to
the left.
If the motorcycle is on the
side stand, the surface of
the ground will determine wheth-
er it is better to turn the handle-
bars to the left or right. However,
the motorcycle is more stable on
a level surface with the handle-
bars turned to the left than with
the handlebars turned to the
right.
On level ground, always turn the
handlebars to the left to set the
steering lock.
Turn the handlebars to full left
or right lock.
Check that the motorcycle is
standing firmly. On a gradient, the motor-
cycle should always face
uphill; select 1st gear.
Lock the steering lock.
575zRiding

Removing motorcycle
from side standUnlock the steering lock.
From the left, grip the handle-
bars with both hands.
Pull the handbrake lever.
Swing your right leg over the
seat and lift the motorcycle to
the upright position.
Hold the motorcycle upright
and balanced.An extended side stand can
catch on the ground when
the motorcycle is moving and
lead to a fall.
Retract the side stand before
moving the motorcycle.
Sit on the motorcycle and use
your left foot to retract the side
stand.
Placing motorcycle on
centre stand
OA
If the ground is soft or un-
even, there is no guaran-
tee that the motorcycle will rest
firmly on the stand.
Always check that the ground
under the stand is level and
firm.
Switch off the engine.
Dismount and keep your left
hand on the left handlebar grip.
With your right hand, grip the
rear grab handle or the rear
frame.
Use your right foot on the pin
of the centre stand to press
the stand down until its curved
feet touch the ground.
Place your full body weight on
the centre stand and at the
same time pull the motorcycle
to the rear. Excessive movements
could cause the centre
stand to retract, and the
motorcycle would topple in
consequence.
Do not lean or sit on the mo-
torcycle with the centre stand
extended.
Check that the motorcycle is
standing firmly.
Lock the steering lock.
Removing motorcycle
from centre stand
OA
Unlock the steering lock.
Place your left hand on the left
handlebar grip.
With your right hand, grip the
rear grab handle or the rear
frame.
Push the motorcycle forward
off the centre stand.
Check that the centre stand
has fully retracted.
576zRiding