Market Segment:
Cruiser Motorcycle
Target Audience:
Owners and independent repair shops of BMW R 1200 C (1998)
Competitors:
Harley-Davidson, Indian, other European cruisers
Unique Selling Points:
BMW's boxer engine platform in a cruiser format, shaft drive, high build quality
Manual Value Proposition:
Enables owner maintenance, reduces repair costs, ensures proper servicing
Engine Mechanical:
Complete overhaul, top-end, bottom-end, timing, lubrication
Engine Management:
Fuel injection (BMS), ignition, sensors, troubleshooting
Transmission:
Clutch, gearbox disassembly and assembly, final drive
Chassis And Frame:
Frame inspection, steering head, suspension components
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, ABS (if equipped), pad/disc replacement, bleeding procedures
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, battery, starter, alternator, lighting, fuses, relays
Fuel System:
Fuel tank, fuel pump, injectors, lines
Cooling System:
Oil cooler, oil lines, oil filter
Exhaust System:
Exhaust manifold, mufflers, mounting
Bodywork And Fittings:
Fairings, seat, luggage, controls
Scheduled Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, inspections, adjustments
Engine Repair:
Piston, ring, valve, crankshaft, bearing replacement
Transmission Repair:
Gearbox rebuild, clutch replacement
Electrical Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting electrical faults using diagrams
Brake Servicing:
Bleeding, caliper servicing, master cylinder repair
Suspension Adjustment:
Fork oil change, shock absorber servicing
Wheel And Tire:
Tire replacement, balancing, wheel bearing service
Troubleshooting Guides:
Fault finding for common issues
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds
Type:
Four-stroke boxer-twin, air-cooled
Displacement:
1170 cc (71.4 cu in)
Bore X Stroke:
99 mm x 75 mm
Valve Train:
Overhead valves (OHV), pushrod-actuated, two valves per cylinder
Horsepower:
61 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
70 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
Induction:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI), Bosch Motronic 2.2
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, octane rating 91 (RON+MON)/2
Oil Type:
SAE 20W-50 Motorcycle Specific (refer to manual for exact BMW specs)
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt) with filter change
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or annually, whichever comes first (refer to manual for specific BMW recommendations)
Spark Plug Replacement:
Refer to manual (typically 10,000-20,000 km)
Valve Clearance Check:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles) (refer to manual for specific procedure)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 (refer to manual for specific BMW specs)
Final Drive Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 API GL-5 (refer to manual for specific BMW specs)
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, brake pad wear, front fork seals
Electrical Gremlins:
Occasional issues with wiring harness integrity or sensor failures (refer to manual for troubleshooting)
Fork Oil Change:
Detailed procedure with oil level and type specifications
Throttle Body Cleaning:
Included in EFI system maintenance
