Target Audience:
Do-it-yourself enthusiasts and experienced professional mechanics.
Value Proposition:
An inexpensive way to maintain and repair the BMW R 1150 RT, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
Instruction Style:
Step-by-step instructions with detailed substeps.
Visual Aids:
Hundreds of photos, illustrations, drawings, and enlarged inset views.
Navigation:
Numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval.
Delivery Method:
Instant Download after payment.
Coverage:
Maintenance, Repair, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, Specifications for BMW R 1150 RT (R1150RT) Integral ABS
Page Count:
Detailed, comprehensive (exact count not provided in source, but implied to be extensive)
Manual Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Engine:
Detailed engine disassembly, assembly, tuning, and repair procedures for the BMW Boxer twin engine.
Fuel System:
Fuel injection system, fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, and fuel lines.
Ignition System:
Ignition coils, spark plugs, and electronic ignition control.
Transmission:
Gearbox, clutch, driveshaft, and final drive assembly.
Brakes:
Integral ABS system, brake calipers, master cylinders, brake lines, and pads.
Suspension:
Front Telelever suspension, rear Paralever suspension, shock absorbers, forks, and bearings.
Electrical System:
Complete wiring diagrams, battery, alternator, starter motor, lighting, and electronic control units (ECUs).
Chassis Frame:
Frame inspection, repair, and component mounting.
Bodywork Fairings:
Removal, installation, and repair of fairings, body panels, and seats.
Exhaust System:
Exhaust pipes, mufflers, and catalytic converter.
Cooling System:
Oil cooler and associated plumbing.
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, chain adjustment (if applicable, though typically shaft-driven), brake fluid changes, spark plug replacement.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic steps for common and uncommon issues, fault code interpretation.
Engine Repair:
Piston removal/installation, valve adjustments, gasket replacement, cylinder head service.
Transmission Repair:
Gearbox disassembly, clutch replacement, final drive maintenance.
Brake System Service:
ABS bleeding procedures, brake pad replacement, caliper rebuilding.
Suspension Overhaul:
Fork seal replacement, shock absorber servicing, steering head bearing replacement.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Wiring harness checks, component testing, ECU diagnostics.
Bodywork Repair:
Panel alignment, fastener replacement, minor cosmetic repair guidance.
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical diagnostics and ABS system specific procedures.
Engine Type:
Air/oil-cooled, four-stroke boxer twin-cylinder engine.
Displacement:
1130 cc (1130 cubic centimeters)
Bore X Stroke:
101 mm x 70.5 mm
Horsepower:
95 hp (70 kW) @ 7250 rpm (approximate, may vary slightly by source)
Torque:
70 lb-ft (95 Nm) @ 5500 rpm (approximate, may vary slightly by source)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with twin throttle bodies.
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum 95 octane (RON).
Ignition:
Digital Engine Management System (Motronic)
Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.0 liters (4.2 US quarts) with filter change.
Audio System:
Optional radio/cassette or CD player integrated into the fairing.
ABS:
Integral ABS is a significant technological feature for its era, combining front and rear brake actuation into a single lever (with a separate rear pedal control).
Dashboard:
Analog speedometer and tachometer, digital display for clock, ambient temperature, gear indicator, and warning lights.
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000 km (6,200 miles) or annually, whichever comes first.
Valve Adjustment Interval:
Every 20,000 km (12,400 miles).
Brake Fluid Change:
Every 2 years, regardless of mileage.
Engine Oil Type:
API SG or higher, SAE 20W-50 or SAE 15W-50 (check manual for exact specifications based on ambient temperature).
Transmission Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 GL-5 (hypoid gear oil).
Final Drive Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 GL-5 (hypoid gear oil).
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, fuel pump issues, alternator brushes, swingarm bearings, electrical connector corrosion.
ABS System Notes:
Early Integral ABS systems can be complex; proper bleeding procedures are critical. Potential for ABS warning light illumination if faults are detected.
Manufacturer:
BMW Motorrad, a division of Bayerische Motoren Werke AG.
Previous Models:
Successor to the R 1100 RT, building on the boxer engine platform and touring capabilities.
Subsequent Models:
Succeeded by the R 1200 RT series.
Production Years:
1995-2001 (Note: specific R 1150 RT Integral ABS variant likely within later years of this range, closer to 2000-2001).
