Segment:
Sport Touring Motorcycle
Target Audience:
Owners and independent repair shops performing maintenance and repairs on the BMW R 1100 S
Competitors:
Honda VFR800, Yamaha FJR1300, Kawasaki GTR1400 (at the time of its production)
Vehicle Strengths:
Torquey Boxer-twin engine, shaft drive, excellent handling for its class, sporty ergonomics, ABS as standard or optional
Manual Value Proposition:
Enables DIY maintenance and repairs, reducing dealership costs and empowering owners with technical knowledge
Primary Coverage:
Maintenance, Repair, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics
Component Coverage:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Chassis, Suspension, Brakes, Electrical System, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Bodywork
Type:
Service and Repair Manual
Engine Systems:
Engine mechanical, fuel injection, ignition, cooling, lubrication, emissions control
Drivetrain Systems:
Clutch, gearbox, final drive, driveshaft, Paralever system
Chassis Systems:
Frame, suspension (front Telelever, rear Monolever), steering, wheels, tires
Braking Systems:
ABS II/III systems, brake fluid, master cylinders, calipers, discs
Electrical Systems:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrumentation, diagnostic connectors, ABS wiring
Maintenance Procedures:
Oil changes, filter replacements, valve clearance checks, spark plug replacement, brake fluid flush, coolant checks
Repair Procedures:
Engine disassembly/reassembly, gearbox overhaul, clutch replacement, suspension component service, electrical component diagnosis and replacement
Troubleshooting Procedures:
Diagnostic flowcharts, common fault identification and rectification
Depth:
Comprehensive (from basic servicing to full engine rebuilds and complex electrical diagnostics)
Diagnostic Focus:
Detailed explanations of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and troubleshooting steps for EFI and ABS systems
Engine Type:
Four-stroke, air/oil-cooled, horizontally opposed boxer-twin
Bore X Stroke:
99 mm x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.7:1
Valve Train:
2 valves per cylinder, pushrod actuated (single camshaft per cylinder)
Horsepower:
90 hp (67 kW) @ 7,250 rpm (approx.)
Torque:
74 lb-ft (100 Nm) @ 5,750 rpm (approx.)
Fuel Delivery:
Bosch Motronic 2.2 Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum 95 RON
Fuel Tank Capacity:
23 liters (approx. 6.1 US gal)
Transmission Type:
5-speed manual
Clutch:
Single dry plate, hydraulically actuated
Drivetrain:
Shaft drive to rear wheel via BMW's Paralever system
Gearbox Oil Specification:
BMW recommends SAE 75W-90 API GL-5 gear oil
ABS System:
BMW Motorrad ABS II (optional on early models, standard on later models like the 2005 version)
Braking Performance:
Dual 320 mm discs with 4-piston calipers (front), Single 265 mm disc with 2-piston caliper (rear)
Suspension Stability:
Telelever front suspension contributes to improved braking stability and feedback
Lighting:
Halogen headlight, LED taillight
Instrumentation:
Analog tachometer, digital speedometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator, clock, temperature gauge, warning lights
ABS:
Integrated BMW Motorrad ABS II system (anti-lock braking system)
Diagnostic Interface:
16-pin OBD-II style diagnostic connector for engine management and ABS diagnostics (specific BMW protocols)
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000 km or annually, whichever comes first
Valve Clearance Interval:
Every 20,000 km
Spark Plug Replacement Interval:
Every 20,000 km (refer to manual for specific plug type and gap)
Engine Oil Specification:
SAE 20W-50 or 15W-50 API SG or higher (check manual for specific ambient temperature recommendations)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 3.5 liters (3.7 US quarts) with filter change
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 4
Transmission Oil Specification:
SAE 75W-90 API GL-5 gear oil
Common Wear Items:
Clutch slave cylinder seal leaks, swingarm pivot bearings, throttle position sensor (TPS) issues, ABS modulator faults
Electrical Gremlins:
Can occur with age, often related to wiring harness connections or grounds
Fuel Injection Tuning:
Periodic adjustment of idle speed and CO mixture may be required (covered in manual)
Manufacturer:
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW)
Motorcycle Division:
BMW Motorrad
Predecessors:
BMW R 1100 RS, R 850 R
Key Innovations:
Introduction of the 1100cc Boxer engine, Telelever front suspension, and integrated ABS system into a sporty package
Production Years:
1998 - 2006
Manufacturing Location:
Berlin, Germany (BMW Motorrad Plant)
