BMW R 1250 GS GSA - Rider's Manual > Ignition with Keyless Ride

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Vehicle keys

NOTICE The indicator light for the radio-operated key flashes as long as the radio-operated key is being searched for.

If the radio-operated key or the emergency key is detected, it goes out.

If the radio-operated key or the emergency key is not detected, it lights up briefly.

You are provided with one radio-operated key and one emergency key. Should you lose your keys, refer to the information regarding the electronic immobilizer (EWS).

The ignition, tank filler cap and anti-theft alarm system are controlled with the radio-operated key. The seat lock, Topcase and case can be operated manually.

NOTICE When the range of the radio key is exceeded (e.g. in case or Topcase), the motorcycle cannot be started.

If the radio-operated key continues to be missing, the ignition is switched off after approx. 1.5 minutes to protect the battery charge.

It is advisable to carry the radio-operated key directly on your person (e.g. in a jacket pocket) and to also carry the emergency key as an alternative.

Locking handlebars

Requirement

Handlebars are turned to the left.

Radio-operated key is within reception range.

• Press and hold button 1.
  • Steering lock audibly locks.
  • Ignition, lights and all electrical circuits switched off.
• To unlock the steering lock, briefly press button 1.

Switching on ignition

Requirement

Radio-operated key is within reception range.

• The ignition can be activated in two ways.

Version 1:

• Briefly press button 1.
  • Parking light and all function circuits are switched on.
  • Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.

    without riding modes Pro OE

  • ASC self-diagnosis in progress.

    with riding modes Pro OE

  • DTC self-diagnosis is performed.

Version 2:

• Steering lock is locked, press and hold button 1.
  • Steering lock is unlocked.
  • Parking lights and all function circuits switched on.
  • Pre-Ride-Check is carried out.

    without riding modes Pro OE

  • ASC self-diagnosis in progress.

    with riding modes Pro OE

  • DTC self-diagnosis is performed.

Switch off ignition

Requirement

Radio-operated key is within reception range.

• The ignition can be deactivated in two ways.

Version 1:

• Briefly press button 1.
  • Light is switched off.
  • Handlebars are not locked.

Version 2:

• Turn handlebars to left.
• Press and hold button 1.
  • Light is switched off.
  • Steering lock is locked.

EWS Electronic immobilizer

The motorcycle's electronic circuitry monitors the data stored in the radio-operated key through a ring antenna in the radio-operated lock. The engine management system does not enable engine starting until the radio-operated key has been recognized as "authorized" for your motorcycle.

NOTICE An additional key attached to the same ring as the radio-operated key used to start the engine could "irritate" the electronics, in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued.

Always store further vehicle keys separately from the radio-operated key.

If you lose a radio-operated key, you can have it disabled by your authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

When having a key disabled you should also bring all of the motorcycle's remaining keys with you.

The engine can no longer be started using a disabled radio-operated key; however, a disabled radio-operated key can be enabled again.

Emergency and spare keys are only available through an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer. As the radio-operated keys are part of an integrated security system, the retailer is under an obligation to check your legitimacy.

Battery of radio-operated key is completely drained or radio-operated key has been lost

• Should you lose your keys, refer to the information regarding the electronic immobilizer (EWS).
• Should you loose the radio-operated key while driving, the motorcycle can be started by using the emergency key.
• If the battery of the radio-operated key is completely drained, the motorcycle can be started by touching the rear wheel cover with the radio-operated key.
• Hold emergency key 1 or completely drained radio-operated key 2 on rear wheel cover at level of antenna 3.

NOTICE The emergency key or the drained radio-operated key must contact the rear wheel cover.

• Pre-Ride Check in progress.

• Key has been detected.
• Engine can be started.

• Starting engine

Replacing the battery of the key fob transmitter

If the key fob transmitter fails to react when the button is pressed briefly or is pressed and held:

• The battery of the key fob transmitter no longer has its full charging capacity.

Key remote battery low. Limited central locking function. Change battery.

• Press button 1.
  • Key bit folds open.
• Press battery cover 2 upward.
• Remove battery 3.
• Dispose of the old battery in accordance with legal regulations.
• Do not dispose of the battery in the household waste.

ATTENTION Unsuitable or improperly inserted batteries

Component damage

• Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer's specifications.
• When inserting the battery, make sure that the polarity is correct.

 

• Insert the new battery with the positive terminal up.

• Install battery cover 2.
  • Red LED in instrument panel flashes.
  • The key fob transmitter is working again.

Emergency on/off switch (kill switch)

1. Emergency on/off switch (kill switch)

WARNING Operation of the emergency ON/OFF switch when riding

Danger of falling due to blocking of rear wheel

• Do not operate the emergency ON/OFF switch when riding.

The engine can be switched off easily and quickly using the emergency on/off switch.

1. Engine switched off
2. Operating position

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