BMW R 1250 GS GSA - Rider's Manual > Overview of warning indicators

Ambient temperature

The outside temperature is shown in the status line of the TFT display.

Engine heat can lead to spurious readings of ambient temperature when the motorcycle is stationary. When the effects of engine heat on the monitored temperature become excessive, dashes instead of the value are displayed.

If the outside temperature drops below the following limit value, there is a risk of black ice forming.

The first time the temperature drops below this value, the outside temperature display and ice crystal symbol will flash in the status line of the TFT display.

Outside temperature warning

Ice crystal symbol is displayed.

Possible cause:

WARNING Risk of black ice, even above 37 ºF (3 ºC)

Accident hazard

• At a low outside temperature, icy conditions must expected on bridges and in shady road areas.
• Think well ahead when driving.

Radio-operated key outside reception range

- with Keyless Ride OE

General warning light lights up yellow.

Key remote not in range. It is not possible to turn on the ignition again.

Possible cause:

Communication between the key fob transmitter and the engine electronics is disrupted.

• Check the battery in the key fob transmitter.

  with Keyless Ride OE

• Replacing the battery of the key fob transmitter

• Use reserve key for further driving.

  with Keyless Ride OE

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

• Should the Check Control dialog appear while riding, keep calm. You can continue driving; the engine will not turn off.

• Have the defective key fob transmitter replaced by an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Replacing the battery of the key fob transmitter

General warning light lights up yellow.

Key remote battery at 50%. No functional limitation.

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

Possible cause:

• The battery for the key fob transmitter is no longer charged to full capacity.

  Operation of the key fob transmitter is only ensured for a limited time.

  with Keyless Ride OE

• Replacing the battery of the key fob transmitter.

Vehicle voltage too low

General warning light lights up yellow.

Displayed in yellow.

Vehicle voltage low.

Switch off unneeded consumers.

WARNING Failure of vehicle systems

Accident hazard

• Do not continue riding

The battery is not being charged.

If the journey is continued, the vehicle electronics will discharge the battery.

NOTICE If the 12-V battery is inserted incorrectly or the terminals reversed (e.g. when jump starting), it can blow the fuse for the alternator regulator.

Possible cause:

Defect in alternator or the alternator drive assembly, or the voltage regulator fuse has been triggered.

• Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

Vehicle voltage critical

General warning light shows red.

Displayed in red.

Vehicle voltage critical! Consumers were switched off Check battery condition.

WARNING Failure of vehicle systems

Accident hazard

• Do not continue riding.

The battery is not being charged.

If the journey is continued, the vehicle electronics will discharge the battery.

NOTICE If the 12-V battery is inserted incorrectly or the terminals reversed (e.g. when jump starting), it can blow the fuse for the alternator regulator.

Possible cause: Defect in alternator or the alternator drive assembly, or the voltage regulator fuse has been triggered.

• Have the malfunction corrected as soon as possible at an authorized service facility, preferably an authorized BMW Motorrad retailer.

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