Engine Mechanical:
Cylinder heads, valves, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, timing chain, oil pump
Engine Fuel System:
Carburetors (Bing 32/40/42), fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel tank, fuel filters
Engine Ignition System:
Ignition coils, spark plugs, ignition control unit, points/electronic ignition systems
Transmission Gearbox:
Gear ratios, clutch operation, shift mechanism, gearbox disassembly and assembly
Drivetrain:
Clutch, drive shaft, final drive, rear axle components
Suspension Front:
Telescopic forks (e.g., BMW Monolever forks), oil seals, springs, damping adjustments
Suspension Rear:
Monolever swingarm system, shock absorber (e.g., Koni, Bilstein), linkage, adjustment
Brakes Front:
Brake calipers, brake discs, master cylinder, brake lines, pad replacement
Brakes Rear:
Brake drum or disc (depending on specific R100R variant), master cylinder, brake lines, pad replacement
Electrical System Charging:
Alternator, voltage regulator, battery maintenance
Electrical System Lighting:
Headlight, taillight, brake lights, turn signals, wiring diagrams
Electrical System Instrumentation:
Speedometer, tachometer, warning lights, electrical connectors
Chassis Frame:
Frame inspection, mounting points, steering head bearings
Wheel And Tire:
Wheel bearings, tire inspection and replacement, spoke tensioning
Bodywork Fairings:
Panel removal and installation, mounting hardware
Exhaust System:
Muffler and header pipe replacement, gasket management
Engine Rebuild:
Complete engine overhaul procedures, including torque specifications and clearances
Carburetor Tuning:
Synchronization, jetting, idle speed adjustment, float level setting
Valve Adjustment:
Checking and adjusting valve clearance (shims/rocker arms)
Clutch Replacement:
Service procedures for clutch assembly, friction plates, and pressure plates
Fork Rebuild:
Fork seal replacement, oil change, damping rod service
Brake Bleeding:
System bleeding for optimal brake performance
Electrical Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting electrical faults using wiring diagrams
Wheel Truing:
Spoke tension adjustment for wheel alignment
Timing Chain Adjustment:
Checking and adjusting camshaft timing chain tension
Depth:
Comprehensive; suitable for DIY mechanics and professional technicians
Detail Level:
Step-by-step instructions, detailed diagrams, torque specifications, special tool requirements
Oil Change:
Every 5,000 - 10,000 km (3,000 - 6,000 miles) or annually, depending on usage.
Valve Check:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles)
Carburetor Sync:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or as needed for smooth running
Final Drive Oil:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Engine Oil:
SAE 20W-50 or SAE 15W-50 motorcycle-specific oil (e.g., API SG or higher, JASO MA compliant)
Transmission Oil:
SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear oil
Final Drive Oil:
SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear oil
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 (or DOT 3 if specified by original manual)
Fork Oil:
Typically SAE 10W or SAE 15W fork oil, specific viscosity in manual
Common Problems:
Carburetor tuning instability, wear in the final drive splines, steering head bearing play, fork seal leaks, electrical connector corrosion.