Target Audience:
Owners with basic mechanical skills, independent repair shops, and professional BMW technicians.
Value Proposition:
Provides dealership-level repair and maintenance information, enabling significant cost savings on common services and repairs.
Content Type:
Vehicle-specific, not generic information; includes step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and wiring schematics.
Manufacturer Origin:
Written by manufacturers, mirroring the content used by authorized dealer service departments.
Specific Years:
1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (typical workshop manuals for this era are 500+ pages, exact count not provided but implied to be comprehensive)
Type:
Service Repair Workshop Manual
Engine:
Internal combustion engine (air-cooled flat-twin, boxer), including disassembly, assembly, inspection, and repair of all components.
Fuel System:
Carburetor systems (e.g., Bing), fuel pumps, fuel tanks, fuel lines, and related components.
Cooling System:
Air cooling system management, including oil cooling where applicable (e.g., R100 models).
Transmission:
Gearbox operation, maintenance, repair, clutch system, and internal components.
Drive Train:
Final drive, driveshaft, universal joints, rear drive unit, and associated components.
Electrical System:
Ignition system (points/electronic), charging system (alternator/generator), lighting, starter motor, battery, and wiring harnesses.
Braking System:
Hydraulic disc brakes (front and rear), brake calipers, master cylinders, brake lines, and related maintenance.
Suspension:
Front forks (telescopic), rear swingarm, shock absorbers (e.g., Koni, Bilstein depending on model/year), and fork seals.
Steering System:
Handlebar assembly, steering head bearings, and related components.
Bodywork:
Frame, fuel tank, fenders, seat, fairings (if equipped), and other body components.
Wheels And Tires:
Wheel bearing maintenance, spoke adjustment, and tire specifications.
Exhaust System:
Exhaust headers, mufflers, and mounting components.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance, periodic checks, oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug servicing, lubrication points.
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all major systems, including engine rebuilds, transmission overhauls, and electrical troubleshooting.
Troubleshooting:
Advanced troubleshooting guides for diagnosing and resolving common and uncommon problems.
Adjustments:
Carburetor synchronization, valve clearance adjustments, ignition timing, clutch and brake lever adjustments.
Disassembly Assembly:
Detailed instructions for removing and reinstalling major components and sub-assemblies.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering basic maintenance to complete engine and gearbox rebuilds. Includes diagnostic procedures and specifications for professional technicians.
Diagrams And Schematics:
Detailed diagrams, illustrations, and wiring schematics for clear visual guidance.
Engine Type:
Air-cooled, four-stroke, horizontally opposed twin-cylinder boxer engine.
Displacements:
Typically 797cc (R80GS) and 980cc (R100GS/R100R).
Bore X Stroke:
R80GS: 80.0 mm x 78.0 mm; R100GS/R100R: 94.0 mm x 70.7 mm (specifications vary slightly by sub-model/year)
Horsepower Range:
R80GS: approx. 50 hp; R100GS/R100R: approx. 65-70 hp (dependent on model year and tuning)
Torque Range:
R80GS: approx. 53 Nm; R100GS/R100R: approx. 70-75 Nm (dependent on model year and tuning)
Carburetors:
Typically dual Bing carburetors (e.g., 32mm or 40mm, depending on model).
Ignition Type:
Mechanical points ignition transitioning to electronic ignition systems over the covered years.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000 - 10,000 km (3,000 - 6,000 miles) or annually, depending on usage. Refer to manual for exact intervals.
Valve Adjustment Interval:
Generally every 10,000 km (6,000 miles).
Engine Oil:
Typically SAE 20W-50 or SAE 15W-50 motorcycle-specific oil. Refer to manual for precise BMW specifications (e.g., BMW High Performance Oil).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid.
Fork Oil:
Specific weight fork oil (e.g., SAE 7.5W or 10W), quantity specified per fork leg in the manual.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, final drive spline lubrication, output shaft seal leaks, steering head bearing adjustment, carburetor synchronization.
Gs Specific Considerations:
Paralever rear drive unit maintenance (if applicable to specific models), spoke tension for off-road use.
Bmw Motorrad Legacy:
BMW Motorrad has a long and storied history, renowned for engineering excellence, durability, and reliability, particularly in the boxer-twin platform.
Airhead Development:
The R80GS and R100GS/R are part of the iconic 'Airhead' series, representing a significant evolution of BMW's boxer-twin motorcycles, blending touring comfort with off-road capability (GS models).
Production Period:
The R80GS was introduced in 1980, and the R100GS and R100R were introduced in 1987. Production of these 'airhead' models continued through 1996.
Manufacturing Locations:
Germany (Berlin-Spandau plant).