Target Audience:
        
        
            BMW R 1150 GS 2005 owners, mechanics, technicians
        
     
    
        
            Value Proposition:
        
        
            Cost savings on labor, empowerment for owners to perform maintenance and repairs
        
     
    
    
        
            Differentiation:
        
        
            Official factory manual, comprehensive coverage, detailed technical information
        
     
    
    
        
            Features:
        
        
            Printable, searchable, digital format for easy access and storage, expert guidance
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            Complete factory service and repair
        
     
    
        
            Additional Coverage:
        
        
            Maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics, all styles
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Pages:
        
        
            Hundreds (specific count not provided but implied extensive)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Factory Service Repair Manual
        
     
    
        
            Source:
        
        
            Official Factory Manuals (not 3rd party)
        
     
    
    
    
    
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            General Information, Fuel System, Cooling System, Engine Top End, Engine Lubrication System, Engine Removal/Installation, Crankshaft/Transmission
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Clutch, Crankshaft/Transmission, Wheels/Tires, Final Drive
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Brakes, Suspension, Steering, Frame
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Electrical System, Wiring Diagrams
        
     
    
        
            General:
        
        
            General Information, Appendix
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, fluid checks, basic servicing
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Step-by-step repair procedures for all covered systems
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Advanced troubleshooting guide, diagnosis of engine fault symptoms, problem evaluation and fixing approaches
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Engine management systems analysis, part testing techniques
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Diagnostics:
        
        
            Tracing and verifying wiring diagrams, electrical system troubleshooting
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive, detailed, suitable for professional technicians and owners
        
     
    
        
            Instructional Style:
        
        
            Step-by-step, numbered instructions, detailed substeps, notes, cautions, warnings
        
     
    
        
            Illustrations:
        
        
            Detailed illustrations, drawings, photos, enlarged inset views
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Air/oil-cooled, four-stroke, boxer-twin
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            1130 cc (1130 cm³)
        
     
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            101 mm x 70.5 mm (estimated, specific to model year)
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            9.7:1 (estimated, specific to model year)
        
     
    
        
            Valve Train:
        
        
            2 valves per cylinder, pushrod actuated OHV
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower:
        
        
            85 hp @ 6750 rpm (estimated, specific to model year)
        
     
    
        
            Torque:
        
        
            98 Nm (72 lb-ft) @ 5250 rpm (estimated, specific to model year)
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Electronic Fuel Injection (Bosch Motronic MA 2.4)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded premium gasoline (95 RON / 91 AKI)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            2230 mm (87.8 in) (estimated, specific to model year)
        
     
    
        
            Width:
        
        
            935 mm (36.8 in) (over handlebars, estimated)
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            1350 mm (53.1 in) (to handlebars, estimated)
        
     
    
    
        
            Dry Weight:
        
        
            232 kg (511.5 lbs) (estimated, specific to model year)
        
     
    
        
            Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
        
        
            450 kg (992 lbs) (estimated)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Tank Capacity:
        
        
            20 liters (5.3 US gal)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Optional BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
        
     
    
    
        
            Braking System:
        
        
            Dual front disc brakes, single rear disc brake.  ABS option available.
        
     
    
        
            Suspension Front:
        
        
            BMW Telelever, 170 mm travel
        
     
    
        
            Suspension Rear:
        
        
            BMW Paralever, 135 mm travel
        
     
    
    
        
            Lighting:
        
        
            Halogen headlight, LED taillight
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Infotainment System:
        
        
            Not applicable for this model year (focus on functional engineering)
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Optional Integral ABS system for enhanced braking control
        
     
    
    
        
            Connectivity Features:
        
        
            Not applicable for this model year
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Control Unit:
        
        
            Bosch Motronic MA 2.4, managing fuel injection and ignition timing
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or annually
        
     
    
        
            Major Service Interval:
        
        
            Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles) (includes valve adjustment, etc.)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            API SG/SH/SJ or ACEA A2/A3, viscosity SAE 20W-50 or 15W-50
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 4.0 liters (4.2 US quarts) with filter change
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Oil:
        
        
            SAE 75W-90 GL-5 (specific BMW designation may be required, consult manual)
        
     
    
        
            Final Drive Oil:
        
        
            SAE 90 GL-5 (specific BMW designation may be required, consult manual)
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Problems:
        
        
            Hall sensor failure (leading to starting issues), intermittent electrical gremlins, clutch slave cylinder leaks, fuel pump issues, alternator bearing wear
        
     
    
        
            Preventative Maintenance:
        
        
            Regular cleaning of electrical connectors, monitoring of clutch fluid level, checking for leaks, timely replacement of wear items
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Manufacturer:
        
        
            Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW)
        
     
    
        
            Heritage Focus:
        
        
            Pioneering motorcycle engineering, boxer engines, adventure touring
        
     
    
    
        
            Model Lineage:
        
        
            Successor to R 1100 GS, part of the GS series that defined adventure touring
        
     
    
        
            Generation:
        
        
            R1150GS series (produced from 1999-2004, with the 2005 model year often referring to leftover stock or slight variations)
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Years:
        
        
            Approximately 1999-2005 (for the R1150GS platform)
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Berlin, Germany
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Industry Reputation:
        
        
            Highly regarded for its durability, versatility, and off-road capability within the adventure touring segment.
        
     
    
    
        
            Motorcycle Reviews:
        
        
            Consistently praised for its robust build quality and long-distance comfort.
        
     
    
    
        
            Emission Standards:
        
        
            Meets relevant emission standards for its production era (specific standards may vary by region and are detailed in the manual).