BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS Rallye User manual

SUPPLEMENTARY RIDER'S
MANUAL
R 1250 GS Rallye
BMW
MOTORRAD
MAKE LIFE A RIDE

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YOUR BMW.
We are pleased that you have chosen a BMW Motorrad vehicle and welcome you to the
family of BMW riders. Familiarize yourself with your new vehicle so that you can ride safely
and confidently in all traffic situations.
About these operating instructions
Read these operating instructions before starting your new BMW. It contains important
notes about operating the vehicle that will enable you to make full use of the technical assets
of your BMW.
You will also obtain preventive maintenance and care instructions, which are beneficial to
operating and road safety and help retain the value of your vehicle as much as possible.
If you should decide to sell your BMW one day, please remember to hand over these operat-
ing instructions as well. They are an important part of your vehicle.
We wish you many miles of safe and enjoyable riding with your BMW
BMW Motorrad.

Vehicle data 2
Retailer data 2
01 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 2
Overview 4
Abbreviations and symbols 4
Equipment 4
Technical data 4
Timeliness of the status of this
manual 5
Additional sources of information 5
02 OVERVIEWS 6
General view 8
03 INTRODUCTION 10
Rallye style version 12
04 OPERATION 14
Rallye seat 16
Installing the frame guard 16
Sport suspension 17
M Lightweight battery 17
Riding modes 17
05 OFF-ROAD USE 18
Conversion 20
Riding 22
Cleaning 23
06 MAINTENANCE 26
General notes 28
Service tool set 28
Rear-wheel stand 28
Tires 29
Rims 30
Maintenance work after off-road
use 30
07 ACCESSORIES 34
General notes 36
Accessories for the Rallye style
version 36
Accessories for Rallye style ver-
sion 37
Headlight guard 38
Milled handlebar lever 38
Hand guard 38
Engine protection bar 38
Enduro engine guard 39
Cylinder-Head Cover Guard 39
Adjustable rider footrests 39
Adjustable footbrake lever 39
Sports muffler 40
Cleated tires 40
Preparation for navigation system 40
Case system 40
08 TECHNICAL DATA 42
Frame 44
Suspension 44
Wheels and tires 45
Dimensions 45
INDEX 48

GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
01

OVERVIEW 4
ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS 4
EQUIPMENT 4
TECHNICAL DATA 4
TIMELINESS OF THE STATUS OF THIS MANUAL 5
ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION 5

4 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
OVERVIEW
This Rider's Manual has been designed to
provide quick and efficient orientation. The
quickest way for you to find information on
specific topics is to consult the comprehen-
sive index at the back of the manual. If you
would like to start with a quick overview of
your motorcycle, this information has been
provided in chapter 2.
When the time comes to sell your BMW, re-
member to hand over this Rider's Manual; it
is an important part of the 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 instructions and
precautionary measures. Non-compli-
ance can cause damage to the vehicle or
accessories and warranty claims may be de-
nied as a result.
NOTICE Special information on operat-
ing and inspecting your motorcycle as
well as maintenance and adjustment proce-
dures.
Instruction.
Result of an activity.
Reference to a page with more
detailed information.
Indicates the end of accessory
or equipment-dependent infor-
mation.
Tightening torque.
Technical data.
NV National-market version.
OE Optional equipment.
BMW Motorrad optional equip-
ment is already completely in-
stalled during motorcycle pro-
duction.
OA Optional accessories.
BMW Motorrad optional acces-
sories can be purchased and
retrofitted at your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System.
D-ESA Electronic chassis and
suspension adjustment.
DWA Anti-theft alarm.
EWS Electronic immobilizer.
TPC Tire Pressure Control (TPC).
EQUIPMENT
When you ordered your BMW Motorrad mo-
torcycle, you chose various items of custom
equipment. These operating instructions
describe optional equipment (OE) offered
by BMW and selected optional accessories
(OA). This explains why the manual may also
contain descriptions of equipment which
you have not ordered. Please note, too, that
your motorcycle might not be exactly as il-
lustrated in this manual on account of coun-
try-specific differences.
If your motorcycle features equipment that is
not described here, you can find these fea-
tures described in a separate manual.
TECHNICAL DATA
All dimensions, weights and performance
data contained in these operating
instructions refer to the German Institute for
Standardization i.e. DIN (Deutsches Institut
für Normung e. V.) and comply with their
tolerance specifications.
The technical data and specifications in
these operating instructions serve as points
of reference. The vehicle-specific data
may vary, for instance due to the selected

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optional equipment, national-market version
or country-specific measuring procedures.
Detailed values can be obtained from
the registration documents or requested
from your BMW Motorrad retailer or other
qualified service partner or specialist
workshop. The information on the vehicle
documents always takes precedence
over the information in these operating
instructions.
TIMELINESS OF THE STATUS OF THIS
MANUAL
The high safety and quality level of BMW
motorcycles are ensured by consistent,
ongoing development efforts embracing
their design, equipment and accessories.
For this reason, some aspects of your
motorcycle may vary from the descriptions
in these operating instructions. In addition,
BMW Motorrad cannot guarantee the
total absence of errors. We hope you will
appreciate that no claims can be recognized
that are based on the data, illustrations or
descriptions in this manual.
ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION
BMW Motorrad retailer
Your BMW Motorrad retailer is always happy
to answer any of your questions.
Internet
The Operating Instructions for your
motorcycle, the operating and installation
instructions for optional accessories and
general BMW Motorrad information related
to the technology or other features are
available at bmw-motorrad.com/manuals.

OVERVIEWS
02

GENERAL VIEW 8

8 OVERVIEWS
GENERAL VIEW
1Low Rallye seat ( 16)
2Cross spoke wheels ( 30)
3Enduro footrest
4Frame guard ( 16)
5Stainless steel radiator cowl
6Radiator grille guard ( 23)
7Front wheel cover extension, top
8Sports windshield ( 25)

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INTRODUCTION
03

RALLYE STYLE VERSION 12

12 INTRODUCTION
RALLYE STYLE VERSION
The Rallye style version showcases the
sporty character of the R 1250 GS. The
color scheme of solid light white and
metallic racing blue, the black cross spoke
wheels and, above all, the solid light white
and matt black powder-coated frame are a
visual depiction of the sportiest GS series of
all time.
The equipment of the R 1250 GS Rallye was
designed consistently for the purpose of in-
creased off-road performance.
The Rallye style version consists of:
Rallye seat in an exclusive Rallye color
scheme, shaped with optimal ergonomics
for maximum freedom of movement and
great comfort, where appropriate also for
two people.
Sports windshield, cut low for a clear
view of the rough terrain ahead and free-
dom of movement for standing while rid-
ing.
Radiator cowls, made of rugged stainless
steel.
Radiator grille guards, protect against
chipping from stones kicked up by vehi-
cles driving ahead of you.
Extension of the top front wheel cover,
protects against dirt and water when rid-
ing on wet roads or off-road.
Enduro footrests, the wide version for se-
cure footing.
Cross spoke wheels, on request with
cleated tires.
Accompanying frame guard, protects the
frame from rigid boots.
Short luggage rack, made of stainless
steel.
The Enduro package contains:
Handlebar risers, for a more relaxed grip
and greater control riding off-road.
Sports suspension, for a dynamically tight
alignment of the chassis.
Off-road tires, for the best possible trac-
tion when you're not on pavement.
Engine protection bar, protects the cylin-
der area from getting damaged.

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OPERATION
04

RALLYE SEAT 16
INSTALLING THE FRAME GUARD 16
SPORT SUSPENSION 17
M LIGHTWEIGHT BATTERY 17
RIDING MODES 17

16 OPERATION
RALLYE SEAT
Removing the Rallye seat
Unlock the seat lock 1by turning the vehi-
cle key clockwise and hold the vehicle key.
Lift the seat 2at the rear and release igni-
tion key.
Take off the seat and set it on a clean sur-
face with upholstered side facing down.
Observing height adjustment
The front height adjustment 1must always
be set to the high position (marked H).
The rear height adjustment 1must always
be set to the low position (marked L).
Installing the Rallye seat
Insert the Rallye seat 1into the recepta-
cles 2on the left and right and then press
forward and downward in the rear area
until the lock audibly engages.
To remove and install seat with op-
tional equipment, see the vehicle rid-
er's manual.
INSTALLING THE FRAME GUARD
Requirement
Frame guard was not installed when vehicle
was handed over.
Requirement
Adhesion surface areas must dry and be free
of dust and grease.