Is the AIO-5 Play BMW version compatible with my BMW?

The AIO-5 Play for BMW is specifically designed for motorcycles equipped with BMW's Nav Prep. It connects directly to the Nav Prep and is powered by your BMW's electrical system.

We understand that many BMW owners want to ensure compatibility with their motorcycle. Here's what you need to know:

BMWs with a 3-Pin Navigation Interface but No Nav Prep:

If your BMW has a 3-pin navigation interface but is not equipped with Nav Prep, you can still make your motorcycle compatible with the AIO-5 Play BMW version. Simply install a BMW navigator cradle yourself. This addition will allow the AIO-5 Play to integrate seamlessly with your bike, providing the full range of features.  Locate 3-Pin Navigation Interface

Reading Tire Pressure Data:

1. If your BMW has a factory-installed TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System), CHIGEE can directly read your TPMS data.
   
2. If your BMW does not have a factory-installed TPMS, please consider purchasing the CHIGEE TPMS. Note that CHIGEE devices are not compatible with TPMS from other brands.

Adaptability:

1. Perfect Compatibility: 
1. CHIGEE devices seamlessly integrate with BMWs, providing native data access and Wonder Wheel control.
2. Please ensure you've selected "NAV" in the Settings-Features-RC menu, rather than "CGRC."
   
3. If your BMW is perfectly compatible but you do not see the "TFT-NAV" indicator on the upper right corner of your BMW TFT dashboard after connecting the CHIGEE, please activate SA 272 / option 272. 
2. Software Not Supporting: 
   
1. BMW's native data accessible, but Wonder Wheel control requires SA 272 / option 272 activation or CGRC CAN purchase.
   
2. We have identified that some models do not support SA 272 / option 272 activation. Please refer to the compatibility chart for more information.
3. Without Wonder Wheel: 
   
1. For BMWs without Wonder Wheel, we recommend the CGRC PRO remote.
   
4. CGRC CAN Required in Wonder Wheel control:
1. Native data can be read: For RT/K series with mechanical instruments, you can purchase the CGRC CAN for control. (2011-2021 K1600 series / 2020 R1250 RT / 2016-2017 R1200 R)
   
2. Native data cannot be read: For the 2010-2017 R1200 RT models, you can purchase the CGRC CAN for control functionalities. Please be aware that BMW data is not present on the LINBUS, making it inaccessible to the Nav5/6 or Chigee devices.
5. Wonder Wheel control is unavailable (native data can be read):
1. For RT/K series with TFT instruments, Wonder Wheel control is unavailable—consider the CGRC PRO remote instead. (2021-2023 R1250 RT & 2022-2023 K1600 models & 2022-2023 K1600B)
   

Native Data Reading & Wonder Wheel Control Issues:

Some BMW have pre-installed navigation systems with varying software versions. Even if your BMW has NAV Prep installed, it may still be unable to directly access Wonderwheel control or read native data as advertised. This inconsistency is due to software variations among different BMW models and production years. Contact a BMW-authorized dealer to activate SA 272 / option 272 for your BMW NAV PREP. Check more here.

Note: Native data reading is achieved by transmitting data from the BMW Nav Prep to the CHIGEE device. For certain models, BMW data is not present on the LINBUS for pre-2017 models. Consequently, if your Nav5/6 cannot read the original BMW data, the CHIGEE device will also be unable to access it.

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Check the compatibility:

Model	Years	3-Pin Nav Interface	Adaptability	CGRC Add-on	Navigation Software Update
F750 GS	2020-2023	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
F800 GS	2024	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
F850 GS	2018-2024	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
F850 GS ADV	2019-2023	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
F900 XR	2021-2024	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
F900 GS	2024	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
F900 GS ADV	2024	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
S1000 XR	2015-2024	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
R1200 GS	2013-2018	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
R1200 GS ADV	2013-2018	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
R1200 RS	2016-2018	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
R1250 RS	2019-2023	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
R1250 GS	2019-2023	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
R1250 GS ADV	2020-2023	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
R1300 GS	2024	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
R1300 GSA	2024	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
C400 GT	2019-2023	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC CAN / CGRC Pro	✓
F900 R	2021-2024	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC CAN / CGRC Pro	✓
S1000 R	2021-2023	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC CAN / CGRC Pro	✓
S1000 RR	2019-2024	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC CAN / CGRC Pro	✓
R12 NineT	2024	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC Pro	×
R1200 R	2016-2017	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC CAN / CGRC Pro	✓
R1200 R	2013-2015	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC Pro	✓
R1200 RT	2010-2017	✓	Wonder Wheel control is unavailable	CGRC Pro	×
R1250 R	2019-2023	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC CAN / CGRC Pro	✓
R1250 RT	2020-2023	✓	Wonder Wheel control is unavailable	CGRC Pro	×
R1250 GS	2023	✓	Perfect Compatibility	Native BMW control	✓
K1600 B	2017-2023	✓	Wonder Wheel control is unavailable	CGRC Pro	✓
K1600 GA	2022-2023	✓	Wonder Wheel control is unavailable	CGRC Pro	✓
K1600 GT/L	2011-2023	✓	Wonder Wheel control is unavailable	CGRC Pro	✓
C400 X	2019-2021	✓	Without Wonder Wheel	CGRC Pro	×
F750 GS Comfort	2020-2023	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC Pro	✓
F800 GT	2013-2023	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC Pro	✓
F800 R	2014-2019	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC Pro	✓
F800 R Sport	2017-2020	✓	Without Wonder Wheel	CGRC Pro	×
F800 GS	2014-2018	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC Pro	✓
F800 GS ADV	2013-2018	✓	Software Not Supporting	CGRC Pro	✓
S1000 R	2014-2019	✓	Without Wonder Wheel	CGRC Pro	×
S1000 RR	2014-2018	✓	Without Wonder Wheel	CGRC Pro	×
R NineT	2014-2023	✓	Without Wonder Wheel	CGRC Pro	×
R1200 R	2013-2015	✓	Without Wonder Wheel	CGRC Pro	×

To ensure compatibility with CHIGEE products, please refer to the table. The information has been gathered from market research and extensive testing. CHIGEE reserves the right to adjust compatibility details as necessary, and changes may not be communicated separately.

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