bmw gs 1200 tft display factory

A: You really didn"t read the manual did you? Fine. From the home screen on the TFT, hold up on the menu button. You"ll see an icon in the top left corner of the display light up that says "Nav". That means you"re currently controlling the Nav device in the cradle. Press down once on the menu button, and you should see the icon flip back to "TFT".

They say competition is healthy. It brings the best out of each and everyone in the race and luckily for us, automotive manufacturers are looking for more than just brute power and performance to give the rider an experience he would never get elsewhere. The race to the top is getting more fearsome every passing day and the manufacturers are pulling out every little trick they have up their sleeves to make their product stand out from the rest.

BMW Motorrad->ke1398 is at the forefront of imagination, innovation and technology and proof of that is their latest instrument dashboard on their new generation motorcycles. Made up of a newfound technology known as the thin-film-transistor liquid-crystal display (TFT LCD), the unit provides in for a far more intuitive rider interface that improves image qualities such as addressability and contrast compared to the standard LCD displays.

Although this piece of tech is not brand-new and is made use by almost all motorcycle manufacturers these days on their high-end bikes, BMW here thinks that they have got the best package available via the unique operating concept of the new Connectivity option. It features a high-quality 6.5-inch full-colour TFT display that can also connect to your smartphone device via Bluetooth to enhance many possibilities for your ride. And we are here to decipher why it fares better than the LCD counterparts.

It all started in 1902 with an analogue speedometer that would have a needle, a gauge and some magnetic phenomena called Eddy currents that would move the needle around to measure the vehicle’s instant velocity. Fast forward to more than a century later, manufacturers started making use of LCD units to digitally display the speed along with the odo, fuel gauge, trip meters, temperature and other tell-tale signs we know of these days.

Today, as technology gains and riders demanding more information to be made available to them at any given time, we have the TFT displays that have begun to adorn all high-end motorcycles and one of them are the ones at BMW Motorrad. The engineers there have created a new Connectivity operating concept that provides “fast and clear information for the rider with the least possible distraction from what is happening on the road”.

Starting with the brand’s 2017 R1200 GS models, BMW has been giving this piece of tech as an optional package whose default screen shows all the usual information like the speed, fuel et al., but is much more than just that. It gets an auto contrast adjust function that varies on the ambient light and has a low-reflection surface to make it more legible even when the sun hits it.

When you access the dash you are taken to a sub menu that has five options – telephone, media, settings, navigation and my vehicle. The state-of-the-art display unit lets you adjust the ride settings of your BMW, and displays the necessary valuable information in an intuitive graphic display that is both easy to apprehend and fun to work around with your customisation skills. You can change your entire screen section to suit your taste rather than just a small section of it and make it dedicated for one singular function.

For example, you can select to view your tyre pressure and the entire screen gets is taken up with this information. If you select a media file, the entire screen turns into a music player. Even with all of this, BMW has made sure that the motorcycle’s speed and gear selected is always shown on the top of the screen even while the display is focussed solely on the requested task.

BMW have ergonomically designed the display in such a way that the rider should be able to access the information he needs with minimum usage of the controller wheel and toggle switches. All this is made enabled for the rider to be able to quickly and easily navigate to his preferences even on the go and without taking his focus off the road, all only by muscle memory.

This light sensitive TFT screen gives out clear and highly legible readings and can be wirelessly connected to your smartphone device and increase the functionality of the motorcycle’s instrumentation to a whole new level. The Bluetooth-enabled device can connect to your smartphone and let you adjust the ride settings of your BMW as well as tethering your phone’s operation to be operable from the onboard computer.

The main function of linking your smartphone is the ability to access your phone’s contacts, call logs and dialler. One can easily navigate to a contact on your phone and make a call to that person on the go. Also, you can receive calls and return calls via BMW’s helmet-mounted Motorrad Communication system that comes with an earpiece and a microphone attached to your helmet. The caller’s details and the picture will be displayed on the screen.

As for entertainment is concerned, the same device will allow you to browse through your music player in the smartphone and enable you to play your favourite track while you wind down on the mountain course. Media controls on the screen can let you toggle between songs. The display also gives you the name of the song, album and the album cover onto the screen. Neat.

BMW has not bothered with accessing your messages or e-mails as they believe that is simply too much distraction for the rider, especially if he has to read long messages while riding as it is dangerous too.

Although BMW has its own traditional standalone GPS navigation system, the company has developed a new Motorrad Connected App that connects the smartphone and the dash. It shows a rudimentary navigation system that shows you turn-by-turn arrow directions with precise turn indications including lane guiding. You can also record your ridden routes and display ride statistics and information onto your smartphone via this app.

The system also saves your destinations and points of interests that can be called up on to the TFT dash. Although there is no full-blown map on the screen, a simple arrow indication charms those short route riders handling everyday rides. For those who still require the full version, can tether the BMW Motorrad Navigator above the TFT screen and can be configured to be controlled via the wheel and switch on the handlebar.

Apart from all of this, the screen also displays the bike"s critical information like current and optimum tyre pressure, ambient temperature, service schedules, amongst other things. But the most important of all is its engine and vehicle diagnostic display which gives us warning displays and information such as low fuel reserve level reached or engine faults like low oil pressure and stalling.

DESIGN - IMPRESSIVE PRESENCE: The R 1200 GS Adventure is up for journeys and challenges of all types. With its powerful, robust and dynamic design, one look will tell you all you need to know about its character. Its wind, weather and engine guards lend it a highly distinctive look, with the bike"s visual focus moved further to the front. The powerful splash guard on the R 1200 GS Adventure gives it a feisty appearance. It"s ready to master any difficulties.

RELIABLE AND POWERFUL: Regardless of where you"re off to, the R 1200 GS Adventure is always a dynamic companion. Inspired by the legendary boxer torque of 92 ft. lb. and 125 hp (92 kW) from a water-cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke engine. Its cooling concept rests on a combination of air and liquid cooling. Resulting in efficiency, high torque and reliability.

ROBUST DYNAMIC STRONG CHARACTER: Wherever the journey takes you, the R 1200 GS is bound to draw attention. From the front to the back, the striking GS line style acknowledges its unquenchable thirst for adventure. High-quality design elements, attractive colors and styles make the new GS unmatched. The main frame color can be selected in three different finishes. Details like the galvanized radiator cowl allude to the increased visual robustness. Even stainless steel is used in the styles. Furthermore, the Exclusive and Rally styles have their own style-forming accents: from the tank trim right up to the GS lettering. The R 1200 GS has never been more individual – just like you.

READY FOR EVERYTHING THAT IS TO COME: Innovations like the front spray guard, wind wing elements and off-road protective parts make your GS even more robust. The latest technology reacts acutely to different conditions and supports you in difficult situations. With equipment this robust, you can conquer every corner of the globe with your GS.

RIDING MODES: Encounter different surfaces conditions head-on. With the latest generation of riding modes, you always have the right grip. Alongside the standard riding modes "Rain" and "Road", you can personalize your motorcycle for even more sub surfaces with the optional riding modes (Dynamic and Enduro). You can have the right mode set in a matter of seconds with just one button, for non-stop adventure.

EXCLUSIVE STYLE: An elegant look. Do you like being out and about with your R 1200 GS for longer? Then the Exclusive style was made with you in mind. The comfortable seat ensures the required level of comfort, stainless steel and visual highlights establish an elegant appearance at every lookout point.

RALLY STYLE: Pure off-road. Uncompromising off-road amenities are available as standard features, or as optional extras. The exclusive paint finish for the Rally style takes its cue from the BMW motorsport colors. Black spoke wheels are also included. The Rally style is made for your off-road adventure.

THREE DISTINCTIVE FEATURES: With the three equipment packages (touring, comfort and dynamic), the different character traits of the new GS are intensified. With equipment like Dynamic ESA, the touring package is the perfect choice for every tour. Meanwhile, the comfort package promises absolute riding pleasure and a boost in safety. It includes the heated grips and the tire pressure monitor TPM. With the dynamic package, you have the Ride Modes Pro and Shift Assist Pro on board for added sporting character and agility in any riding situation.

COMFORT FOR EVERY TYPE OF RIDER: Remaining seated is not a problem with the countless seat heights. Even if you are an experienced GS rider and would rather ride around standing up when off-road. The seat heights and various comfort or rally seat benches leave nothing to be desired. From tall and sporty, to comfortable and ideal for touring, you will always embark on an adventure in comfort.

DESIGN - IMPRESSIVE PRESENCE: The R 1200 GS Adventure is up for journeys and challenges of all types. With its powerful, robust and dynamic design, one look will tell you all you need to know about its character. Its wind, weather and engine guards lend it a highly distinctive look, with the bike"s visual focus moved further to the front. The powerful splash guard on the R 1200 GS Adventure gives it a feisty appearance. It"s ready to master any difficulties.

RELIABLE AND POWERFUL: Regardless of where you"re off to, the R 1200 GS Adventure is always a dynamic companion. Inspired by the legendary boxer torque of 92 ft. lb. and 125 hp (92 kW) from a water-cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke engine. Its cooling concept rests on a combination of air and liquid cooling. Resulting in efficiency, high torque and reliability.

ROBUST DYNAMIC STRONG CHARACTER: Wherever the journey takes you, the R 1200 GS is bound to draw attention. From the front to the back, the striking GS line style acknowledges its unquenchable thirst for adventure. High-quality design elements, attractive colors and styles make the new GS unmatched. The main frame color can be selected in three different finishes. Details like the galvanized radiator cowl allude to the increased visual robustness. Even stainless steel is used in the styles. Furthermore, the Exclusive and Rally styles have their own style-forming accents: from the tank trim right up to the GS lettering. The R 1200 GS has never been more individual – just like you.

READY FOR EVERYTHING THAT IS TO COME: Innovations like the front spray guard, wind wing elements and off-road protective parts make your GS even more robust. The latest technology reacts acutely to different conditions and supports you in difficult situations. With equipment this robust, you can conquer every corner of the globe with your GS.

RIDING MODES: Encounter different surfaces conditions head-on. With the latest generation of riding modes, you always have the right grip. Alongside the standard riding modes "Rain" and "Road", you can personalize your motorcycle for even more sub surfaces with the optional riding modes (Dynamic and Enduro). You can have the right mode set in a matter of seconds with just one button, for non-stop adventure.

EXCLUSIVE STYLE: An elegant look. Do you like being out and about with your R 1200 GS for longer? Then the Exclusive style was made with you in mind. The comfortable seat ensures the required level of comfort, stainless steel and visual highlights establish an elegant appearance at every lookout point.

RALLY STYLE: Pure off-road. Uncompromising off-road amenities are available as standard features, or as optional extras. The exclusive paint finish for the Rally style takes its cue from the BMW motorsport colors. Black spoke wheels are also included. The Rally style is made for your off-road adventure.

THREE DISTINCTIVE FEATURES: With the three equipment packages (touring, comfort and dynamic), the different character traits of the new GS are intensified. With equipment like Dynamic ESA, the touring package is the perfect choice for every tour. Meanwhile, the comfort package promises absolute riding pleasure and a boost in safety. It includes the heated grips and the tire pressure monitor TPM. With the dynamic package, you have the Ride Modes Pro and Shift Assist Pro on board for added sporting character and agility in any riding situation.

COMFORT FOR EVERY TYPE OF RIDER: Remaining seated is not a problem with the countless seat heights. Even if you are an experienced GS rider and would rather ride around standing up when off-road. The seat heights and various comfort or rally seat benches leave nothing to be desired. From tall and sporty, to comfortable and ideal for touring, you will always embark on an adventure in comfort.

Our new RX-5 multifunction meter with TFT display is the perfect plug and play meter for the BMW® R1200GS. This easy to install gauge features a wide screen for increased ease of use like no other standard meter, while also adding an innovative look to your bike. The RX-5 allows you to connect your phone through its Bluetooth® option to see your incoming calls, the navigation system, the arrival time and much more. Featuring speed, odometer, tripmeter, hour meter, fuel meter, voltage, clock and stopwatch as well as 10 indicator lights, this meter will give you all the information you need.

Backlight colorR: Auto(automatically switch according to ambient light : day mode display for a bright environment and Night mode display for a dark environment), Day mode, Night mode.

The F 750 GS gives you more power, more comfort, more spirit of GS. Feel the strong-charactered engine and enjoy the ease of handling of the F 750 GS. While you"re off discovering the world, you have the bike with the automatic stability control (ASC) and the ABS safely under control. Plus with the ex factory option Connectivity, the 6.5 inch TFT-display shows you among other things which junction you have to turn off at or who is calling you.