BMW Motorrad R 1150 GS Operating and maintenance instructions

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BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
BMW Motorrad
On-board
documentation
consisting of
Rider's Manual
and Maintenance
Instructions
Maintenance Instructions (US Model)
R 1150 GS
R 1150 GS Adventure
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Important notes
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This symbol stands for pre-
cautions and measures which
are essential in order to pro-
tect the rider or other persons
from possibly severe or fatal
injury.
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Instructions and precautions
specifically intended to prevent
damage to the motorcycle.
Failure to comply with them
could invalidate the warranty.
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Special information on operat-
ing and inspecting your motor-
cycle as well as maintenance
and adjustment procedures.
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BMW Service
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Dear motorcycle enthusiast
For safety reasons and to
maintain the value of your
motorcycle, regular
maintenance intervals have
been laid down.
Always keep to the specified
maintenance intervals. This is
the only way to ensure that
warranty claims are not
invalidated.
The contents of the
maintenance charts are subject
to change, for reasons of
safety, due to modifications in,
among other things, materials.
Your authorized BMW
motorcycle retailer can provide
information on the currently
specified Service, Inspection
and Annual Service work
needed.
Important:
BMW refuses to accept liability
for damage or consequential
damage due to repairs or
service work performed by
other than BMW-authorized
workshops.
Consequently, we recommend
that you have service work
performed by the specially
trained experts at your
authorized BMW motorcycle
retailer, and have this confirmed
in the Maintenance
Instructions.
Authorized BMW motorcycle
retailers are supplied with the
latest technical information and
have the necessary technical
know-how and specially trained
staff.
Please do not hesitate to
contact your authorized BMW
motorcycle retailer on all
matters concerning your
motorcycle.
Authorized BMW motorcycle
retailers are fully informed about
all aspects of your motorcycle
and will gladly advise and assist
you.
Best wishes,
BMW Motorrad
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Important safety information
For your own safety, use only
genuine BMW spare parts and
accessories approved by
BMW.
If you choose genuine BMW
accessories and spare parts
that have been tested and
approved, you can be sure
that BMW has performed the
appropriate tests to confirm
their suitability for use on your
motorcycle. BMW accepts
product liability only for these
products.
Note, however, that BMW is
unable to accept liability for
spare parts and accessories
which it has not approved.
BMW cannot assess every
single product of outside origin
in order to decide whether it
can be used on or with a BMW
vehicle without constituting a
safety risk.
Nor is approval by an official
technical inspection authority,
or even the granting of a
general operating permit
necessarily a sufficient
guarantee, since these test
procedures are not always
adequate.
Genuine BMW spare parts,
accessories and other products
which BMW has approved can
be obtained from all authorized
BMW motorcycle retailers,
together with expert advice on
their installation and use.
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Maintenance work is divided up
into Service, Inspection and
Annual Service.
BMW Inspection
600 miles/1,000 km
BMW Break-in Check after the
first 600 miles (1,000 km).
BMW Service
After the first 6,000 miles
(10,000 km) and every further
12,000 miles (20,000 km)
(18,000 miles, 30,000 miles,
42,000 miles…)
BMW Inspection
After the first 12,000 miles
(20,000 km) and every further
12,000 miles (20,000 km)
(24,000 miles, 36,000 miles,
48,000 miles…)
BMW Annual Service
Certain maintenance jobs
depend on elapsed time as well
as the distance the motorcycle
has covered. They should
therefore be carried out at least
once a year (changing the brake
fluid, for instance).
If these items cannot be carried
out during Service or an Inspec-
tion, Annual Service must be
performed.
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Every BMW motorcycle retailer
has a fixed scale of charges
based on work times and care-
fully calculated hourly rates.
Lubricants and consumables,
filters, gaskets etc. are billed
separately.
Maintenance work
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Maintenance schedule
BMW Inspection 600 miles BMW Service BMW Inspection BMW Annual Service
Read the fault code memory with the
BMW diagnosis system XXXX
(BMW Integral ABS) Perform bleed test
with BMW diagnosis system XXX
Change the engine oil while at regular oper-
ating temperature and replace the oil filter 1) *)XXXX
Change the oil in the transmission while
at regular operating temperature 2) *)XX
Change the oil in the rear wheel drive
while at regular operating temperature 3) *)XXX
Renew the fuel filter 4) *)X
Renew the intake air filter element 5) *)XX
Check brake fluid level at front and rear X X
Check operation of brake system and
freedom from leaks;
repair/replace items if necessary *)
X
Examine brake pads and disks for wear,
replace if necessary *)XX
(Without BMW Integral ABS)
Change brake fluid every twelve months X
(BMW Integral ABS) Change bake fluid
in wheel circuit every 12 months X
(BMW Integral ABS) Change brake fluid
in control circuit 2) *)X
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Maintenance schedule
BMW Inspection 600 miles BMW Service BMW Inspection BMW Annual Service
(BMW Integral ABS) Perform bleed test
with BMW diagnosis system X
Check clutch fluid level X X
Change clutch fluid 2) *)X
Check tightness of rear wheel studs X
Check rear wheel bearing play X
Check swinging arm bearings (freedom
from play), adjust if necessary*)XX
Checkoperationofsidestandswitch XXXX
Grease the side stand pivot X X X
Retention poly-V-belt 6) X
Replace poly-V-belt 7) *)X
Check condition of spark plugs X X
Renew spark plugs 8) X
Retorque cylinder heads X
Check valve clearance and adjust as
necessary XXX
Check that the throttle cable moves
freely and is free of kinks and chaffing,
replace if necessary *)
XXX
Check Bowden cable play X X X
Check synchronisation,
adjust as necessary XXX
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Maintenance schedule
BMW Inspection 600 miles BMW Service BMW Inspection BMW Annual Service
Final inspection with road safety and
functional check:
– Condition of tires and wheels
– Tyre pressure
– Lights and signals
– Telltale and warning lights
– Instruments
– Clutch, gear shift
– Handbrake, foot brake, steering
– Optional extras, as fitted
–Trialrun
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1) If the motorcycle is ridden for short distances only or at out-
side temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C) every 3 months or after
every 1,800 miles (3,000 km) at the latest
2) Every 2 years
3) Every 24, 000 miles (40, 000 km) or at the latest every
2years
4) Normally every 24,000 miles (40,000 km), if fuel is of poor
quality every 12,000 miles (20,000 km)
5) In very dusty or dirty conditions, replace the intake air filter
element every 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or even more fre-
quently
6) Re-adjust new poly-V-belt one time at 10,000 km/6,000
miles
7) Replace the Poly-V belt every 36,000 miles (60,000 km); do
not adjust it
8) Every 24, 000 miles (40, 000 km)
*)Charged as an additional item
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BMW Inspection
600 miles
(1,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Inspection
12,000 miles
(20,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW
Pre-delivery Check
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
Service Record
BMW Service
6,000 miles
(10,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
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Service Record
BMW Inspection
24,000 miles
(40,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Inspection
36,000 miles
(60,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Service
18,000 miles
(30,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Service
30,000 miles
(50,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
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Service Record
BMW Inspection
48,000 miles
(80,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Inspection
60,000 miles
(100,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Service
42,000 miles
(70,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Service
54,000 miles
(90,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
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Service Record
BMW Inspection
72,000 miles
(120,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Inspection
84,000 miles
(140,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Service
66,000 miles
(110,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
BMW Service
78,000 miles
(130,000 km)
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
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Service Record
BMW
Annual Service
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
Brake fluid changed:
Yes No
Clutch fluid changed:
Yes No
Date, stamp, signature
BMW
Annual Service
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
Brake fluid changed:
Yes No
Clutch fluid changed:
Yes No
Date, stamp, signature
BMW
Annual Service
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
Brake fluid changed:
Yes No
Clutch fluid changed:
Yes No
Date, stamp, signature
BMW
Annual Service
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
Brake fluid changed:
Yes No
Clutch fluid changed:
Yes No
Date, stamp, signature
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Service Record
BMW
Annual Service
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
Brake fluid changed:
Yes No
Clutch fluid changed:
Yes No
Date, stamp, signature
BMW
Annual Service
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
Brake fluid changed:
Yes No
Clutch fluid changed:
Yes No
Date, stamp, signature
BMW
Annual Service
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
Brake fluid changed:
Yes No
Clutch fluid changed:
Yes No
Date, stamp, signature
BMW
Annual Service
Performed in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions
Brake fluid changed:
Yes No
Clutch fluid changed:
Yes No
Date, stamp, signature
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The list is used to record service, maintenance, repairs (both
under and outside of warranty) as well as installation of options
and accessories. It is also intended to confirm that special cam-
paign work has been carried out, or for other reasons.
Record of all work carried out in workshop
Items Mileage Date
Supplementary Service Record
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The list is used to record service, maintenance, repairs (both
under and outside of warranty) as well as installation of options
and accessories. It is also intended to confirm that special cam-
paign work has been carried out, or for other reasons.
Record of all work carried out in workshop
Items Mileage Date
Supplementary Service Record
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Supplementary Service Record
Odometer replaced
Entry based on indicated instead
of cumulative mileage!
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
Odometer replaced
Entry based on indicated instead
of cumulative mileage!
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
Odometer replaced
Entry based on indicated instead
of cumulative mileage!
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
Odometer replaced
Entry based on indicated instead
of cumulative mileage!
at mileage
Date, stamp, signature
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Maintenance and care
General instructions
Your motorcycle is equipped
with Digital Motor Electronic
(MOTRONIC) engine manage-
ment, and a high-power ignition
system.
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When the engine is running or
the ignition is switched on, do
not touch any electrically live
components, terminals or
wiring.
–Riskoffatalaccident!
Work on the electrical system
only when the circuit has
been interrupted (switch off
ignition and light). For greater
safety, disconnect and insu-
late the negative battery lead.
If you intend to perform the
maintenance and general care
work described in the following
section yourself, you must pos-
sess the necessary knowledge
of technical matters and
mechanical skills.
Your motorcycle is built to high
technological standards. Spe-
cial tools and purpose-
designed diagnosis and testing
equipment, together with the
appropriate knowledge, are
needed to keep your motorcy-
cle in optimum working order.
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Maintenance and care
General instructions
Your authorized BMW motorcy-
cle retailer possesses the nec-
essary technical know-how and
employs company-trained staff.
They can guarantee that your
motorcycle is always main-
tained in a fault-free technical
condition.
Remember: the safety and reli-
ability of your motorcycle are
the most important consider-
ations.
You should therefore not
attempt any complex repair or
maintenance tasks.
Keep to the specified Inspec-
tion and Service intervals.
BMW refuses to accept liability
for damage or consequential
damage due to repairs or ser-
vice work performed by work-
shops other than BMW-
authorized workshops.
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Maintenance and care
General instructions
Technical modifications
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The data stored in the
MOTRONIC control unit is the
result of extensive experi-
mental and testing work.
Tampering with the
MOTRONIC control unit rep-
resents an increased safety
risk for the rider.
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Tampering with the MOTRONIC
control unit invalidates the war-
ranty.
Technical modifications are
permitted only to a limited
extent.
Whenever you are planning
such modifications, comply
with all the legal requirements.
The motorcycle must not
infringe your national road-vehi-
cle construction and use regu-
lations.
Your authorized BMW motorcy-
cle retailer will gladly advise you
on technical requirements, the
manu-facturer’s recommenda-
tions and the overall benefit
likely to be obtained.
Genuine BMW parts
For reasons of safety, use only
genuine BMW parts and acces-
sories.
Genuine BMW parts are identi-
cal with those fitted to your
motorcycle as original equip-
ment.
BMW Motorrad refuses to
accept any liability whatsoever
for other-make spare parts and
accessories.
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