🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

BMW

Model:

K1200RS

Year:

2004

👋 Introduction

Market Position:

Premium sport-touring motorcycle

Competitive Analysis:

Competed with other high-performance sport-touring bikes from manufacturers like Honda (ST1300), Kawasaki (GTR1400), and Yamaha (FJR1300).

Key Features:

Powerful inline-four engine, advanced suspension (including optional electronically adjustable), integrated luggage system, comfortable ergonomics for long-distance riding, aerodynamic fairing.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage Areas:

Complete workshop and service repair

Page Count:

Hundreds of pages

Manual Type:

Workshop Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

Downloadable

📖 Manual Coverage

Systems Covered:

Engine, fuel system, ignition system, electrical system, chassis, suspension, brakes, transmission, drivetrain, bodywork, fairings, instrumentation, diagnostics, troubleshooting

Procedures Included:

Regular maintenance, routine servicing, troubleshooting guides, detailed repair procedures, component disassembly and reassembly, wiring diagrams, specifications, torque values, adjustment procedures, diagnostic codes

Technical Depth:

Comprehensive factory-level detail for professional technicians and experienced enthusiasts

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format:

PDF (typically)

Print Quality:

High-resolution for clear viewing and printing

Binding Type:

N/A (Downloadable)

Paper Type:

N/A (Downloadable)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

16-valve DOHC Inline Four-Cylinder

Displacement:

1171 cc

Bore X Stroke:

79 mm x 59 mm

Compression Ratio:

11.5:1

Horsepower:

Approx. 110 hp @ 8200 rpm

Torque:

Approx. 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) @ 6000 rpm

Fuel System:

Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded Premium (95 RON / 91 AKI)

Cooling System:

Liquid-cooled

Oil Type:

SAE 20W-50 or 15W-50 Motorcycle Oil (API SG or higher, JASO MA)

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

6-speed, constant-mesh sequential gearbox

Clutch Type:

Hydraulically operated, multi-disc wet clutch

Final Drive:

Shaft drive

📐 Dimensions

Length:

Approx. 2,228 mm (87.7 in)

Width:

Approx. 950 mm (37.4 in) (including mirrors)

Height:

Approx. 1,430 mm (56.3 in) (seat height adjustable)

Dry Weight:

Approx. 244 kg (538 lbs)

Wet Weight:

Approx. 260 kg (573 lbs)

Fuel Tank Capacity:

24 Liters (6.3 US gal)

Reserve Fuel:

Approx. 4 Liters (1.05 US gal)

🛡️ Safety Features

Safety Ratings:

N/A (Motorcycle safety ratings differ from automotive)

Braking System:

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) - full integral, switchable

Brake Front:

Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers

Brake Rear:

Single 265 mm disc, 2-piston caliper

Suspension Front:

BMW Telelever (with optional ESA - Electronic Suspension Adjustment)

Suspension Rear:

Paralever (with optional ESA - Electronic Suspension Adjustment)

Lighting:

Halogen headlight, LED taillight

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment System:

Basic instrumentation with analog tachometer and speedometer, LCD multi-function display. Optional radio/audio systems were available for some models/years.

Driver Assistance:

Integral ABS (standard on most models), optional Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) allowing rider to select suspension damping modes electronically.

Connectivity:

N/A (No modern smartphone integration or Bluetooth connectivity).

Instrumentation:

Analogue tachometer, analogue speedometer, digital clock, gear indicator, fuel level, coolant temperature, warning lights, diagnostic indicators.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or annually, whichever comes first.

Major Service Interval:

Significant checks and adjustments often required around 20,000 km (12,000 miles) and 40,000 km (24,000 miles).

Valve Clearance Check:

Typically at 20,000 km (12,000 miles) intervals.

Coolant Type:

BMW Coolant (Glysantin G48 or equivalent ethylene glycol-based antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors)

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 4

Transmission Fluid Type:

BMW recommends specific gear oil for the gearbox; consult manual for exact specification (typically a GL-4 or GL-5 hypoid gear oil).

Clutch Fluid Type:

DOT 4 (shared with brake system)

Known Issues:

Potential issues can include fuel pump relay failures, alternator issues (rectifier/rotor), ABS system sensor problems, and wear on the Telelever pivot bearings. Some owners report finicky idle control or exhaust cam wear. The manual would detail diagnosis and repair for these.

Oil Filter Part Number:

Example: Mann-Filter MWK 12, Mahle OC 94/1, or genuine BMW part number 11 42 7 662 835 (verify specific application).

Air Filter Part Number:

Example: Mann-Filter C 30 470, or genuine BMW part number 13 72 1 436 481 (verify specific application).

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Heritage:

BMW has a long and prestigious history in motorcycle manufacturing, renowned for engineering innovation, quality, and performance, particularly in the touring and sport-touring segments.

Model Evolution:

The K1200RS is part of BMW's K-series, known for its transverse-mounted, liquid-cooled inline-four engines. It represented a significant evolution in sport-touring comfort and performance.

Production Years:

The K1200RS model line generally spanned from the late 1990s to the mid-2000s, with the 2004 model year being a key iteration before the K1200GT and K1300 series.

Manufacturing Location:

Germany

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Recognitions:

While specific awards might be difficult to pinpoint for a single model year, the K1200RS was widely praised in motorcycle media for its blend of performance, comfort, and technology, solidifying BMW's reputation in the sport-touring segment.