Segment:
Premium Sport Touring Motorcycle
Target Audience:
Long-distance touring riders, performance-oriented motorcyclists
Key Competitors:
Honda ST1300, Yamaha FJR1300, Kawasaki Concours GTR1400
Vehicle Selling Points:
Comfortable ergonomics, robust boxer engine, shaft drive, extensive touring amenities
Manual Value Proposition:
Authoritative guide for maintaining and repairing the R1150RT, replicating factory technician resources
Primary Coverage:
Service, Repair, Maintenance, Diagnostics
Secondary Coverage:
Electrical Systems, Troubleshooting, Special Tools
Type:
Original Factory Service Repair Workshop Manual
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Reader Requirement:
Adobe PDF Reader
Engine:
Complete Engine Overhaul, Component Identification, Lubrication
Power Supply:
Charging System, Battery, Starter Motor
Cooling System:
Air-cooled Twin-cylinder Boxer Engine (no liquid cooling)
Braking System:
Front and Rear Brakes, ABS (if equipped), Brake Fluid Service
Suspensions:
Front Telelever Suspension, Rear Paralever Suspension, Adjustment, Overhaul
Chassis:
Frame, Swingarm, Wheel Bearings, Steering Head Bearings
Electrical System:
Wiring Diagrams, Ignition System, Lighting, Instruments, ECU Diagnosis
Bodywork:
Fairing Components, Seat, Luggage Systems, Windscreen Adjustment
Maintenance:
Scheduled Service Intervals, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Spark Plug Service
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic Steps, Symptom-based Troubleshooting Guides
Repair:
Component Removal and Installation, Sub-assembly Overhaul
Special Tools:
Identification and Usage of BMW-specific Tools
Pre Delivery:
Pre-Sales Inspection and Setup Procedures
Depth:
Comprehensive, Professional-Level Diagnostics and Repair
Detail Level:
Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions, Torque Specifications, Clearance Measurements
Engine Type:
Air-cooled, Four-stroke, Flat Twin (Boxer)
Bore X Stroke:
101 mm x 70.5 mm
Valve Train:
2 Valves per cylinder, Pushrod actuated, Overhead Valves (OHV)
Horsepower:
95 hp @ 7,250 rpm (approximate)
Torque:
70.8 lb-ft @ 5,500 rpm (approximate)
Fuel Delivery:
Bosch Motronic MA 2.4 Fuel Injection
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Premium (95 RON)
Ignition System:
Digital Electronic Ignition (CDI)
Starter:
Electric Starter
Clutch:
Single Dry Plate Clutch
Length:
Approximately 2230 mm (87.8 in)
Width:
Approximately 950 mm (37.4 in) at handlebars
Height:
Approximately 1405 mm (55.3 in) at windscreen
Dry Weight:
Approximately 255 kg (562 lbs)
Gross Vehicle Weight:
Refer to vehicle plate or manual for specific GVWR
Fuel Tank Capacity:
25 liters (6.6 US gal)
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A for motorcycles in traditional automotive sense; focus on design and engineering
ABS:
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (often optional or standard depending on region/spec)
Braking System:
Dual front discs, single rear disc
Lighting:
Halogen Headlight, LED Taillight, Turn Signals
Chassis Stability:
Telelever front and Paralever rear suspension designed for stability
Instrumentation:
Analog Tachometer, Digital Speedometer, Multi-function Display (Time, Gear Indicator, Trip Computer, Fuel Level, Warning Lights)
Audio System:
Optional radio/cassette or CD player with speakers, integrated into fairing
ABS:
Integral ABS system, with linked braking action where applicable
Diagnostic Port:
BMW 10-pin diagnostic connector, requiring specific tools for advanced diagnostics
Oil Change Interval:
Refer to manual; typically every 10,000 km or annually
Major Service Interval:
Refer to manual; typically at 20,000 km, 40,000 km, etc., involving valve adjustment, spark plugs
Engine Oil Type:
Refer to manual; typically SAE 15W-40 or 20W-50 motorcycle specific oil meeting API SG/SH/SJ or JASO MA/MA2
Engine Oil Capacity:
Refer to manual; typically around 4.0 liters with filter change
Final Drive Oil Type:
Refer to manual; typically SAE 80W-90 API GL-5 gear oil
Final Drive Oil Capacity:
Refer to manual; typically around 0.18 liters
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, clutch slave cylinder seal, fuel pump relay, regulator/rectifier failure (potential for earlier models, less common on later ones), wheel bearings
Electrical Gremlins:
Can occur due to age and mileage; wiring harness integrity is crucial, check connectors
Telelever Pivot:
Wear in the pivot bearing can affect handling; refer to manual for inspection and adjustment