Segment:
Luxury Sport Touring Motorcycle
Target Audience:
Long-distance touring riders, BMW enthusiasts seeking reliable and capable touring motorcycles
Competitors:
Honda ST1100, Kawasaki Concours, Yamaha FJR1300 (later models)
Touring Capability:
Integrated fairings, comfortable riding position, standard luggage capacity, and robust engine performance
Engineering:
Shaft drive, boxer engine configuration, and advanced (for its time) electronics
Engine:
2-valve Boxer Twin (R259 engine family), including top-end rebuilds, piston/ring replacement, valve adjustments, oil seals, timing chain, and lubrication system
Fuel System:
Bosch Motronic electronic fuel injection (EFI), fuel pump, injectors, throttle bodies, fuel pressure regulation, and fuel tank servicing
Ignition System:
Motronic ignition control, coil packs, spark plugs, and wiring diagnostics
Transmission:
5-speed gearbox, clutch (dry single-plate), final drive, and driveshaft maintenance
Brakes:
BMW Integral ABS II (Anti-lock Braking System), brake fluid flush, caliper overhaul, master cylinder replacement, and line maintenance
Suspension:
Telelever front suspension, Paralever rear suspension, shock absorber replacement, fork seal replacement, and spring preload adjustment
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, battery charging system, alternator, starter motor, lighting, instrumentation, switches, and fuse diagnostics
Bodywork And Fairings:
Fairing removal and installation, seat servicing, luggage system components, and general body panel repairs
Cooling System:
Oil cooling system, oil filter replacement, and oil level checks
Exhaust System:
Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, and muffler maintenance
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug checks, air filter cleaning/replacement, brake fluid flush, coolant checks, and tire pressure
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic flowcharts for common starting issues, running problems, electrical faults, and braking system anomalies
Engine Rebuild:
Detailed steps for engine disassembly, component inspection, torque specifications, and reassembly
Transmission Repair:
Gearbox disassembly, bearing replacement, seal servicing, and final drive rebuild
Electrical Diagnostics:
Fault finding for the Motronic system, ABS, and general electrical circuits using wiring diagrams
Suspension Overhaul:
Fork seal replacement, shock absorber servicing, and linkage maintenance
Brake System Maintenance:
ABS bleeding procedures, caliper rebuild, and master cylinder replacement
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds; includes detailed troubleshooting and diagnostics
Engine Type:
Air/oil-cooled, four-stroke, flat-twin (boxer) engine
Bore X Stroke:
99 mm x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.3:1
Valve Train:
Two valves per cylinder, pushrod operated with rocker arms
Horsepower:
90 hp (66 kW) @ 7250 rpm
Torque:
98 Nm (72 lb-ft) @ 5500 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Bosch Motronic MA 2.2 electronic fuel injection
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, 95 RON (87 AKI) recommended
Fuel Tank Capacity:
21 Liters (5.5 US gal)
Oil Type:
SAE 20W-50 or 20W-40 motorcycle-specific oil (API SG or higher)
Oil Capacity:
4 Liters (4.2 US qt) with filter change
Oil Change:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or annually
Valve Adjustment:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Brake Fluid Flush:
Every 2 years (regardless of mileage)
Gearbox Oil Change:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Final Drive Oil Change:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Engine Oil Spec:
SAE 20W-50 API SG or higher
Gearbox Oil Spec:
SAE 75W/90 GL-5
Final Drive Oil Spec:
SAE 75W/90 GL-5
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, fuel pump reliability (early models), fork seals, rear shock absorber (after high mileage)
Electrical Faults:
Intermittent issues with ABS sensors, dashboard lights, and ignition coils; often related to wiring harness integrity
Engine Specific:
Valve guide wear (less common than later 4-valve heads), potential for oil leaks from various seals
