Target Audience:
DIY enthusiasts and professional mechanics
Purpose:
To provide complete instructions for servicing, repairing, and diagnosing the BMW K1200RS, enabling cost-effective maintenance.
Manual Attributes:
Hundreds of photos and illustrations, step-by-step instructions, wiring schematics, dealer-equivalent information.
Manual Type:
Service and Repair Manual / Workshop Manual
Technical Depth:
Comprehensive (dealer-level)
Special Tools Required:
Manual specifies required BMW special tools for various procedures.
Procedures Included:
Complete disassembly and reassembly, diagnostics, fault finding, repair, maintenance, servicing
Wheel And Tire Service:
Wheel bearing replacement, tire mounting/balancing, and alignment checks.
Electrical Component Repair:
Repair and replacement of starter motor, alternator, ECU, and various sensors.
Torque Specifications:
Comprehensive torque values for all critical fasteners.
Throttle Body Sync:
Procedures for ensuring smooth engine operation through throttle body synchronization.
Battery And Charging System:
Maintenance, testing, and repair of the motorcycle's battery and charging system (alternator).
Systems Covered:
Engine Overhaul and Rebuild, Engine Control, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Lubrication, Cooling System, Emission Control, Transmission, Clutch, Gearbox, Brake System, Electrical System, Wiring Diagrams, Steering, Forks, Suspension, Wheels, Tyres, Lights, Switches, Safety Systems, Technical Diagnostics, Fault Finding Diagnostics, Fuel System Components, Electrical Components
Engine Management:
Detailed coverage of Motronic engine control, fuel injection, and ignition systems.
Suspension Systems:
Front fork (telescopic) and rear Paralever suspension overhaul and adjustment procedures.
Fuel System Components:
Fuel pump, injectors, pressure regulator, and fuel tank servicing.
Exhaust System Maintenance:
Inspection and repair of exhaust pipes, catalytic converter, and muffler.
Chassis And Frame:
Detailed information on the aluminum frame construction and associated components.
Troubleshooting Guides:
Extensive fault-finding charts and diagnostic trees for systematic problem resolution.
Engine Type:
Inline four-cylinder, four-stroke
Displacement:
1171 cc (approx.)
Horsepower:
Refer to specific manual sections for exact figures (typically over 130 hp)
Torque:
Refer to specific manual sections for exact figures (typically around 115 Nm)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Oil Type:
Refer to manual for specific BMW approved grades (e.g., SAE 5W-40, 10W-40 synthetic)
Cooling Method:
Liquid-cooled
Valve Actuation:
Double Overhead Camshafts (DOHC)
Ignition Type:
Electronic ignition with twin spark plugs per cylinder
Audio System:
Some models offered integrated or optional audio systems.
ABS:
Integral ABS system coverage is critical.
Instrument Cluster:
Comprehensive analog and digital instrument cluster with diagnostic indicators.
Electrical System Detail:
Comprehensive wiring schematics for detailed electrical system diagnosis.
Oil Change Interval:
Refer to manual; typically 10,000 km or annually
Major Service Interval:
Refer to manual; typically 20,000 km or 40,000 km for valve clearance checks.
Coolant Type:
BMW Motorrad approved coolant (ethylene glycol based)
Common Wear Items:
Fuel pump, clutch slave cylinder, wheel bearings, paralever shaft seals, and electrical connectors.
Electrical Gremlins:
Corrosion on connectors and faulty grounding points can affect various electrical systems; manual addresses these.
Diagnostic Support:
Manual covers fault finding and technical diagnostics, essential for electronic systems.
Engine Oil Capacity:
Refer to manual (typically around 4.0 - 4.5 liters with filter change)
Coolant Capacity:
Refer to manual (typically around 2.5 - 3.0 liters)
Manufacturer:
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW)
K Series Development:
The K1200RS is part of BMW's technologically advanced K-series, known for its smooth power delivery and innovative engineering, especially its longitudinally mounted inline-four engine.
K1200Rs Reputation:
Renowned for its high-speed stability, comfortable ergonomics for long distances, and sophisticated engineering.
Production Run:
Covered model years 2001-2006, with earlier K1200RS models produced from 1997.
