72 STATUS INDICATORS
DTC fault
lights up.
Traction control
failure! Onward
journey possible.
Ride carefully to next
specialist workshop.
Possible cause:
The DTC control unit has de-
tected a fault.
Bear in mind that the DTC
function is not available or
the functionality is subject to
certain restrictions.
You can continue to ride.
Bear in mind the more
detailed information on
situations that can lead to a
DTC fault ( 178).
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
DESA fault
lights up yellow.
Spring strut adjust-
ment faulty! Onward
journey possible. Ride
carefully to next spe-
cialist workshop.
Possible cause:
The DESA control unit has de-
tected a fault. The damping
and/or spring adjuster may be
the cause. In this condition, the
motorcycle may have too much
damping and is uncomfortable
to drive, especially on roads in
poor condition. Alternatively,
the spring preload may be in-
correctly adjusted.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Fuel down to reserve
Fuel reserve reached. Go
to a filling station soon.
WARNING
Irregular engine operation or
engine shutdown due to lack
of fuel
Risk of accident, damage to
catalytic converter
Do not run the fuel tank dry.
Possible cause:
The fuel tank contains no more
than the reserve quantity of
fuel.
Reserve fuel
approx. 3.5 l