Segment:
Adventure Touring Motorcycle
Target Audience:
Owners seeking to perform maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on their R1150GS
Competitors:
Honda Africa Twin, Yamaha TDM900, Triumph Tiger 955i
Vehicle Characteristics:
Rugged construction, versatile for on-road and off-road use, shaft drive, robust Boxer engine
Manual Benefit:
Enables DIY maintenance and repair, saving costs and ensuring proper upkeep of a complex machine
Engine:
1150cc Boxer-twin, OHC, air/oil-cooled, fuel injection systems (Bosch Motronic)
Transmission:
6-speed gearbox, clutch operation, final drive (Paralever)
Brakes:
BMW Integral ABS (optional), hydraulic brake system, caliper maintenance, fluid replacement
Electrical:
Ignition system, lighting, charging system (alternator, battery), starter motor, ECU, wiring diagrams
Suspension:
Front Telelever suspension, rear Monolever swingarm, shock absorber service, fork seals
Chassis:
Frame inspection, steering head bearing service, wheel bearings
Fuel System:
Fuel pump, fuel injectors, throttle body cleaning, fuel filter replacement
Exhaust System:
Exhaust pipe removal/installation, catalytic converter inspection
Maintenance:
Oil change intervals, filter replacement, spark plug replacement, valve clearance adjustment, air filter cleaning/replacement
Repair:
Engine rebuilds, gearbox overhauls, suspension component replacement, electrical diagnostics and repair
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues, error code interpretation
Disassembly Reassembly:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for component removal and installation
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering from basic scheduled maintenance to complete engine and drivetrain overhauls
Searchability:
Searchable text for quick information retrieval
Image Quality:
High-resolution diagrams, illustrations, and photographs
Binding:
Not Applicable (Downloadable)
Paper Type:
Not Applicable (Downloadable)
Engine Type:
Four-stroke, two-cylinder boxer engine
Bore X Stroke:
101 mm x 70.5 mm
Cooling System:
Air/Oil cooling
Valve Train:
Overhead Camshaft (OHC), 2 valves per cylinder
Horsepower:
85 hp @ 6750 rpm
Torque:
98 Nm (72 lb-ft) @ 5250 rpm
Induction:
Bosch Motronic Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum 91 octane (RON+MON)/2
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 20W-50 or 15W-50 motorcycle-specific, API SG or higher
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.0 liters (4.2 US quarts) with filter change
Transmission Type:
6-speed sequential manual gearbox
Clutch Type:
Single dry plate, diaphragm spring clutch
Drive System:
Shaft drive to rear wheel via Paralever single-sided swingarm
Gearbox Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 GL-5 (API)
Gearbox Oil Capacity:
Approximately 1.0 liter (1.1 US quarts)
Dashboard Features:
Analog tachometer, digital speedometer, fuel gauge, clock, gear indicator, diagnostic lights
ABS:
Integral ABS II (optional, combines braking actuation)
Diagnostic Port:
BMW specific diagnostic connector for fault code reading
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or annually, whichever comes first
Valve Clearance Interval:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Spark Plug Replacement Interval:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Brake Fluid Change Interval:
Every 2 years
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, fuel pump issues, rear shock absorber fatigue (especially on high-mileage bikes), ABS sensor malfunctions
Potential Electrical Gremlins:
Corroded connections, faulty relays, issues with the ABS control unit
Final Drive Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 GL-5 (API)
Final Drive Oil Capacity:
Approximately 220 ml (0.23 US quarts)
Manufacturer:
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW)
Motorcycle Division Origins:
Established in the early 20th century, known for innovation in motorcycle engineering
Key Upgrades Over R1100Gs:
Increased engine displacement, revised cylinder heads, improved fuel injection, enhanced chassis dynamics
Production Years:
1999-2005
Manufacturing Location:
Berlin, Germany (BMW Motorrad Plant)
