BMW MOTORRAD R 1100 S 2000 Rider's Manual (in English)

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Environmental protection
Development …Motorcyclists have an intensive
relationship with nature. BMW
has made sure that they con-
tinue to enjoy the best possible
prospects for successful riding
in the future.
For instance, your new Boxer is
available with exhaust emission
control by closed-loop, three-
way catalytic converter.
… waste disposal …Behind the scenes, in the repair
shop, we don't neglect the pro-
environmental aspects of our
work either.
Wherever possible, we use
environmentally acceptable
biodegradable materials. We
ensure strict compliance with
all environmental legislation, for
example the correct disposal of
old oil, which is now classified
as hazardous waste in many
countries.
…recyclingAlongside the correct disposal
of environmentally hazardous
materials, recycling is another
high-priority issue for BMW.
For example, plastics that are
marked according to type can
more easily be returned to the
materials cycle. Remember:
when it comes to making
repairs to your motorcycle, the
authorised BMW motorcycle
workshop is far better equipped
to protect the environment than
you are at home.
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The essentialsTo reach your destination safely
every time, there's only one
choice:


Gloves
Boots
It's foolhardy to ride without
these items of clothing. This
even applies to short journeys,
and to every season of the year.
Well-planned riding
pleasure
Many motorcyclists have
learned the hard way that the
proper clothing contributes so
much to riding pleasure. You
must feel comfortable and
relaxed – and your own safety
must never be endangered.
There's no doubt about it: when
buying motorcycling clothing,
you simply can't set your sights
too high. It's good to know that
the BMW brand can be trusted
to supply you with safe, high-
quality rider's clothing as well.
Information on the latest prod-
ucts is always available from
your BMW motorcycle dealer.
BMW rider's equipment
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Always an idea aheadThis is our motto – and it's one
we live up to. For many years
now, BMW has offered the
enthusiast everything capable
of enhancing the fascination of
motorcycling. A unique pro-
gramme that is regularly
updated and offers plenty of
scope for choosing items
according to individual prefer-
ences.
Ask your BMW motorcycle
dealer for the latest upgrades
and retrofits.Every accessory product is
made to the same exemplary
standards of design, function
and quality as the motorcycle
itself. This calls for a great deal
of experience, but our engineers
are themselves enthusiastic
motorcyclists who know what's
needed. Whenever develop-
ment work starts on a new
motorcycle, equipment items
are also taken into consideration
and their practical value confir-
med by extensive testing. This is
your guarantee of the high qua-
lity you expect from BMW.
BMW motorcycle accessories
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Training means extra safety
Cornering and braking
need to be practiced
Develop a “sixth sense” for
potentially dangerous situa-
tions. What this means: look
ahead, plan how to avoid possi-
bly dangerous situations and
study other road users' behav-
iour with a degree of healthy
scepticism.
– take bends smoothly and rhythmically, avoiding violent
braking and acceleration
– approach bends slower than
you feel they can be taken; a
neat riding style will get you to
your destination more safely
than sheer speed
– ride at the inner edge of the
ideal line, look ahead and plan
to leave the bend as smoothly
as you entered it Allow for reaction time when
judging braking distances.
– at a speed of 50 km/h
(31 mph), for instance,
one second's hesitation
means that about 14 metres
(46 feet) are covered addition-
ally before the brakes are
applied
– at 90 km/h (56 mph), this dis-
tance grows to 25 metres
(82 feet)
Practice applying the brakes
with and without an extra load
on the motorcycle, and study its
reactions on various kinds of
road surface.
Work up to the wheel lock limit
gradually.
BMW has a worthwhile safety
contribution to make in this area
too – BMW Safety Training.
These programmes are a won-
derful opportunity: systematic
basic and follow-up training
enables you to master situa-
tions close to the limit and keep
your motorcycle under
supreme control whatever
happens.
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Concluding thoughts
Now it is your turn. Regular care is important, with all functions checked
before the journey starts
Use only genuine BMW
accessories. They comply
with all the relevant safety
requirements and are per-
fectly matched to your BMW
Your BMW Motorrad dealer is
best placed to service your
motorcycle
Do not under any circum-
stances install unapproved
extras: the use of unapproved
accessories constitutes a
safety risk and voids your
insurance and the motorcy-
cles permit
Technical modification should
be performed by a trained
mechanic at your BMW
Motorrad dealershipL Note:
Your local BMW Motorrad
dealer can supply you with use-
ful items to accompany the
Service and Technical Booklet.
– BMW breakdown kit
– BMW Repair Manual
–BMW set of circuit diagrams
– BMW Motorrad Tour Service
It is good to know you have
thought of everything, isn't it?
Our aim is to make your
journey safer
We want you to reach your des-
tination safely – and for riding
your BMW Boxer to be the most
delightful leisure pastime in the
world!
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A - F
AABS1 Hz flashing, 73
4 Hz flashing, 73
ABS, anti-lock brake system, 70
Active brake with ABS changing brake fluid, 33
checking brake fluid level, 33
Adjusting suspension spring preload, 42
BBrake fluid
changing, 30
level checking, 30
checking front, 31, 35
checking rear, 32, 36
Brake pads, checking, 28, 29
Brake servo, 70
Brake system checking, 28
general, 28, 29, 66
with BMW Integral
ABS*, 33-35, 68-75
without BMW Integral
ABS, 30, 31, 32
CCatalytic converter, 50safety instructions, 51
Centre stand, 4, 54, 55
Choke cold start, 61
lever operation, 61 Closing the System case, 18
Clutch
fluid level, 37
Clutch lever, 26
Cockpit layout, 6
Concluding thoughts, 83
Correct loading, 46
DDipswitch, 10
Dualseat
cover, 5, 13, 14removing, 13
lock
position, 4
EEngine oil, 22filler neck, 23
pressure
warning light, 63
Engine speed, 64
Environmental protection, 79
FFront brake, 31 brake fluid reservoir, 5
fluid level, 31, 35
lever, 27
Fuel, 24, 25 filler cap, 4
octane number, 25
tank capacity, 25
Fuse box
left, 4
right, 5
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GGear shifts, 64, 65
General viewleft side, 4
right side, 5
HHandbrake lever, 27
Handlebar fittingleft, 10
right, 11
Handlebar levers, 26, 27 clutch, 26
handbrake, 27
Hazard warning flashers, 12
Headlight beam setting for RHD/ LHD traffic, 38
Headlight beam throw
adjustment, 38
Heated handlebar grips, 11
Helmet holder, 4, 5
High/low (dipped) headlight switch, 10
Horn, 10
Hydraulic fluid brakes, 30, 31, 32
clutch, 37
IIgnition switch and steering lock, 6function,8,9
Ignition, switching on, 58, 59
Important notes, 50
Installing System case, 19 Instruments, 6
Integral brake, 70
KKill switch, 11
LLight switch, 11
Lights
general instructions, 38, 39
headlight beam throw, 38, 39
Load, 45, 46
MMotorcycle accessories, 81
NNeutral, 59
OOctane number (fuel), 25
Oil filler, engine, 4, 22
Oil level
checking, 22
engine oil pressure, 6, 63
sight glass, 23
Opening the System case, 17
Overheating, 60
PPartially integral brakes, 70
Power socket, 5
Printed information, 5
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RRear brakebrake fluid reservoir, 5
Rear shock absorber, 41 adjusting, 40
Refuelling, 24
Reliability, 76, 77
Removing System case, 18
Repair kit for tubeless tyres, 5
Residual braking, 34
function, 71
Rev. counter, 6
Rider's equipment, 80
Riding, 64, 65
SSafety check, 20
Safety margin, 69
Seat, 15, 16
Sensitive electronic control, 68
Service worldwide, 78
Shock absorber front, 40
rear, 41
Side stand, 52, 53
Spring preload, 42
Starter button, 11
Starting the engine, 60, 61
System case, 17 removing, 18
TTank capacity, 25
Telltale and warning lights
ABS, 7, 62
battery charge, 7, 62
engine oil pressure, 6, 63
fuel level, 6, 63
general, 62
high (main) headlight beam, 7
neutral indicators, 7
Toolkit, 5
Training means extra safety, 82
Tread depth, tyres, 43
Turn indicator switch left, 10
right, 11
Turn indicators telltale lights, 7
Turn-indicator cancel switch, 11
Type plate, 5
Tyre valve caps, 43
Tyres running-in, 57
VValve caps, 43
WWheels, 43, 44
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