Segment:
Cruiser Motorcycle
Target Audience:
Owners and independent repair shops of the BMW R1200 C CL Montauk
Competitor Manuals:
Factory service manuals are the gold standard for detail and accuracy
Content Highlight:
Comprehensive factory-level repair and maintenance information
Value Proposition:
Cost-effective solution for maintaining and repairing the motorcycle
Engine Mechanical:
Complete disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of the R1200 Boxer engine
Fuel System:
Fuel injection, throttle body, fuel pump, fuel filter, and evaporative emissions control system
Ignition System:
Spark plugs, ignition coils, ECU control, and timing
Transmission:
Gearbox, clutch, final drive, driveshaft, and universal joint maintenance
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, battery, charging system, starter motor, lighting, and instrumentation
Braking System:
ABS II, brake lines, calipers, master cylinders, and brake fluid service
Suspension System:
Front Telelever and rear Monolever suspension adjustment, fork seals, shock absorber service
Frame And Bodywork:
Chassis inspection, fairings, seat, fuel tank removal and installation, and body panel alignment
Wheels And Tires:
Tire pressure, wear inspection, wheel bearing service, and spoke tension
Exhaust System:
Muffler and catalytic converter replacement, exhaust pipe inspection
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues, fault codes
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for all mechanical and electrical repairs
Adjustment:
Valve clearance adjustment, throttle cable adjustment, clutch lever adjustment
Overhaul:
Complete engine and gearbox overhauls
Installation:
Component replacement and installation procedures
Depth:
Comprehensive: From basic maintenance to complete engine rebuilds and advanced diagnostics
Visuals:
Hundreds of detailed photos and exploded diagrams
Instructions:
Step-by-step instructions for all procedures
Engine Type:
Air/oil-cooled, four-stroke flat-twin (boxer) engine
Displacement:
1170 cc (71.5 cu in)
Bore X Stroke:
101 mm x 73 mm (3.98 in x 2.87 in)
Valve Train:
DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft), 4 valves per cylinder actuated by rocker arms
Horsepower:
Approx. 61 hp (45 kW) at 5000 rpm (European spec, may vary by market)
Torque:
Approx. 98 Nm (72 lb-ft) at 3000 rpm (European spec, may vary by market)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with integrated ignition
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum octane rating 91 (RON+MON)/2 (AKI)
Oil Type:
Synthetic motorcycle oil, SAE 20W-50 or SAE 15W-50
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt) with filter change
Spark Plugs:
Champion REA7 MC or equivalent (manual will specify exact part numbers)
Transmission Type:
Constant-mesh 5-speed gearbox
Clutch:
Single dry plate, hydraulically operated
Final Drive:
Shaft drive with universal joint
Gear Ratios:
Detailed gear ratios available within the manual
Transmission Oil:
Gearbox oil, SAE 75W-90 GL 5
Final Drive Oil:
Hypoid gear oil, SAE 80W-90 GL 5
Length:
Approx. 2300 mm (90.6 in)
Width:
Approx. 920 mm (36.2 in)
Height:
Approx. 1100 mm (43.3 in) to seat
Dry Weight:
Approx. 256 kg (564 lbs)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Approx. 460 kg (1014 lbs)
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approx. 21 liters (5.5 US gal)
ABS System:
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS II (optional on some variants, standard on CL models)
Braking:
Powerful disc brakes with four-piston calipers (front) and two-piston calipers (rear)
Lighting:
Halogen headlight, LED tail light, turn signals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or annually
Valve Check Interval:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Major Service Interval:
Refer to manual for detailed major service schedules (e.g., 40,000 km)
Engine Oil Viscosity:
SAE 20W-50 or SAE 15W-50 (API SG or higher)
Coolant:
Not applicable (air/oil cooled)
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, driveshaft universal joint, rear wheel bearings
Electrical Gremlins:
Can occur on older BMWs; manual is critical for diagnosis
Telelever Seals:
Potential for premature wear of front fork seals
Manufacturer:
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW)
Motorcycle Division:
BMW Motorrad, known for engineering and innovation
R1200C Lineage:
Part of the R1200C cruiser family, distinguished by its unique styling and Boxer engine configuration
Montauk Variant:
The Montauk variant typically featured enhanced comfort and touring-oriented amenities
Manufacturing Location:
Germany
Production Period:
2004-2005 (specific to this manual)
