clutch BMW MOTORRAD R 850 R 2003 Rider's Manual (in English)

2
Introduction
1
General information and
controls
General view, left side ........... 4
General view, right side ......... 5
Cockpit ................................. 6
Telltale and warning lights ..... 7
Ignition switch and
steering lock ...................... 8-9
Trip meter/clock .................. 10
Hazard warning flashers ...... 11
Left handlebar fitting ........... 12
Right handlebar fitting ......... 13
Seat ............................... 14-15
Helmet holder ..................... 16
System cases................. 17-19Safety check
Checklist ........................ 20-21
Engine oil ....................... 22-23
Fuel ................................ 24-25
Handlebar levers ............ 26-27
Brake system
- general ........................ 28-29
Brake system - without
BMW Integral ABS ......... 30-32
Brake system - with
BMW Integral ABS ......... 33-36
Clutch ................................. 37
Lights ............................. 38-40
Shock-absorber
adjustment .......................... 41
Spring preload .................... 42
Wheels ........................... 43-44
Accessories and loads ... 45-47
Contents
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4
General information and controls
1Front suspension strut,
shock-absorber adjuster
(
b 41)
2 Reservoir for clutch
hydraulic fluid (
b 37)
3 Engine oil filler neck
(
b 23)
4 Rear suspension strut,
spring preload (
b 42) 5
Seat lock (
b 14)
6 Rear suspension strut,
shock-absorber adjuster
(
b 41)
7 Spark plug, left
8 Oil level sight glass, engine
(
b 23)
( ) Figure in brackets
General view, left side
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General information and controls
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2
534
d Warning:
To prevent air from entering
the clutch system:
 Do not turn the fitting on the
handlebar.
 Do not turn the handlebars
in the clamping blocks.
1 Lever for cold start
(fast idle) (
b 61)
2 Hazard warning flasher
switch (
b 11) 3
Horn push
4 Left flashing turn indicator
switch
Press
– Turn indicators operate
To switch off turn indicators:
 Press turn indicator cancel
switch 9
5 High-beam/low-beam
headlight switch
FHigh-beam headlight
GLow-beam headlight
FHeadlight flasher
Left handlebar fitting
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Safety check
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For this reason, check the
details in the following sections
before you start the journey:
–Fuel level
– Positions of the handlebar-
lever fittings
– Brake fluid level
– Clutch fluid level
– Brakes
– Warning lights and telltale
lights
– Lights
– Shock-absorber setting and
spring preload
– Wheel rim and tyre condition,
tread depth and tyre
pressures
– Load, gross weight –
Check regularly (every time
you stop for fuel), on the basis
of the following section:
– Engine-oil level
(every 2nd/3rd stop for fuel):
– Brake pads
If you encounter any problems
or difficulties, it is always best to
contact your authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer. He will
provide the necessary advice
and assistance.
Checklist
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Safety check
2
Adjusting clutch lever
e Attention:
Sudden changes in the amount
of play at the lever or a spongy
feeling when it is applied may
indicate a fault in the hydraulic
system.
If you are doubtful about the re-
liability of the hydraulic clutch
operating system, it is advisable
to consult an authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer.
d Warning:
To prevent air from entering
the clutch system:
 Do not turn the fitting on the
handlebar.
 Do not turn the handlebars
in the clamping blocks.
 Turn knob A to set the most
comfortable span:
– Setting 1: minimum span
– Setting 3: maximum span
Handlebar levers
31
A
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Safety check
2
MIN
Checking fluid level in the
clutch lever fitting
e Attention:
If the fluid level drops, assume
there is a defect in the clutch
system.
Have the clutch system checked
immediately by a specialist work-
shop, preferably an authorised
BMW motorcycle dealer.
d Warning:
Never permit the fluid level to
drop below the minimum level
(MIN mark)
\f Note:
The fluid level in the reservoir
rises as the clutch wears.
 Place motorcycle on side
stand
–Make sure the ground is
level and firm
 Turn the handlebars fully to
the right
 Check fluid level in sight glass
MIN Minimum level
(halfway up sight glass)
Clutch
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Starting - Riding - Parking
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1
Fully retract the side stand
\f Note:
If the side stand is extended
and a gear engaged, you can-
not start the motorcycle.
Select neutral– Neutral indicator light 1
green
k on (b 7).
\f Note:
Engine does not start:
– Move the gear lever to the
k position or disengage the
clutch
Engine stops when first gear is
engaged:
– Fully retract the side stand; if
necessary, consult the trou-
bleshooting chart
(
b Maintenance Instructions,
Chapter 2)
Before you start
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Starting - Riding - Parking
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Low fuel level
When warning light 1 comes on,
there are still approximately
5 litres of fuel in the tank.
Engine oil pressureWarning light 2 goes out above
idle speed.
e Attention:
If warning light 2 comes on dur-
ing the journey, take the follow-
ing action as soon as traffic
conditions permit:
 Disengage the clutch
 Operate the kill switch
 Bring the motorcycle safely to
a halt
 Check engine oil level
(
b 22)
If the warning light comes on
but the oil level is correct, al-
ways consult a specialist work-
shop without delay, preferably
an authorised BMW motorcycle
dealer.
Warning lights
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Starting - Riding - Parking
3
Engine speedLimit engine speed in accord-
ance with engine temperature,
using the highest engine
speeds only when the engine
has reached its regular operat-
ing temperature.
When the revolution counter
needle enters the red zone on
the dial, the fuel supply is inter-
rupted in order to protect the
engine against overspeeding.
\f Note:
The governor cuts in at
7,900 rpm.
Load changes
d Warning:
Try not to open or close the
throttle abruptly, particularly
on wet or slippery roads.
Gear shifts
\f Note:
Never slip the clutch exces-
sively when changing gear.
Vary your speed only by using
the throttle in a suitable gear,
not by slipping the clutch.
Riding, gear shifts
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Starting - Riding - Parking
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Moving away/upshifts:Pull the clutch lever in
 Press down on the gearshift
lever (to select first gear) and
take your foot off the lever
 Smoothly re-engage the
clutch
 Increase engine speed
slightly as necessary
 Accelerate when the clutch is
fully engaged
 For upshifts into 2nd, 3rd, 4th,
5th and 6th gears, pull the
front of the gear lever up
Downshifts:Close the throttle (twistgrip)
 Pull the clutch lever in
 Select the next-lower gear:
(opposite direction to arrow)
 Smoothly re-engage the
clutch
Riding, gear shifts
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