Ohlins BM 511 User manual

Shock absorber for BMW R1200R & R1200RS
BM 511
Mounting Instructions
Note!1
Please note that there can be small differences
between your product and the images in
these instructions.
Note!1
Please note that during storage and transport,
especially at high ambient temperature, some
of the oil and grease used for assembly may
leak and stain the packaging. This will not cause
damage to the product, wipe off the excessive
oil or grease with a cloth.
Note!1
Before you install this product, check the kit
contents. If anything is missing, please contact
an Öhlins dealer.
Warning!⚠
Before you install this product, read the Öhlins
Owner’s manual. This product is an important
part of the vehicle and the vehicle stability.
Kit contents
Description Part No Pcs
Shock absorber BM511 1
Washer Ø8 00153-01 2
Tie-rap 00231-01 2
Nut M8 00430-05 1
Screw M8x50 01046-25 1
Sticker “Memo notes” 01180-01 1
Sticker “ÖHLINS” wh/tr 01185-01 2
Sticker “ÖHLINS” bl/tr 01185-04 2
Owner’s manual 07241-02 1
Note!1
This product can be used on a vehicle equipped
with Dynamic ESA. However, the Dynamic ESA
front fork will not function correctly when the
Dynamic ESA shock absorber is disconnected.
Therefore, it is recommended to also install an
Öhlins cartridge kit. An error code and a warning
light will appear in any circumstance. Contact an
Öhlins dealer for advice

2
1
Put the motorcycle on a work stand so that the
rear wheel barely touches the ground.
2
Remove the seats.
3
If your vehicle is equipped with dynamic
ESA:
Disconnect the 2 connectors under the seat
and free the cables to the shock absorber.
Protect the open connectors from moisture and
dirt. Disconnect the position sensor not to over
stretch any parts when lowering the swing arm.
4
Remove the silencer mounting screw and
loosen the brake uid reservoir for the rear
brake.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning!⚠
We strongly recommend to let an Öhlins dealer
install this product.
Warning!⚠
If you work with a lifted vehicle, make sure that it
is safely supported to prevent it from tipping over.
Note!1
When you work with this product, see the
vehicle service manual for vehicle specic
procedures and important data.
Note!1
Before you install this product clean the vehicle.
5
Loosen the foot rests enough to be able to
slightly raise the rear sub frame.
Caution!✋
Make sure not to damage/scratch or over
stretch any parts. While working you may need
to cut off tie wraps to get access to all parts. If
necessary disconnect the cable to the rectier to
avoid damaging the connection.
6
Loosen, but do not remove, the upper
mounting screws for the rear subframe.
Remove the lower mounting screws for the rear
subframe.
7
Remove the shock absorber mounting bolts.
Raise the rear sub frame and remove the
original shock absorber.
8
Install the Öhlins shock absorber in reverse
order. Position the shock absorber with the
preload adjuster on the right side and gas valve
pointing towards the rear.
9
Install the upper and the lower schock absorber
attachment bolts.
Note!1
Lower the vehicle so that the suspension is
slightly compressed before you tighten s.

3
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
10
10
Use the supplied M8x50 screw to install the
preload adjuster on the right side silencer
bracket, see gure. Tighten the screw. You may
need to hold the screw not to untighten it when
you tighten the M8 nut.
11
Install the:
- foot rests
- break uid reservoir
- position sensor (if removed)
Tighten the rear sub frame screws.
12
Install the seats.
13
Make sure that all screws are tightened to the
correct torque according to the vehicle service
manual.
Caution!✋
Make sure that you tighten all screws to the
correct torque and that nothing fouls or restricts
movement of the shock absorber/front fork/
steering damper when the suspension is fully
compressed or extended.

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Box 722
S-194 27 Upplands Väsby, Sweden
Phone [phone]
fax [phone]
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is prohibited.
Öhlins products are subject to
continuous improvement and
development, therefore, although
these instructions include the most
up-to-date information available at
the time of printing, minor updates
may occur.
To nd the latest information
contact an Öhlins distributor.
Please contact Öhlins if you have
any questions regarding the
contents in this document.
SETUP DATA
Spring
preload
adjuster
Rebound
damping
adjuster
Warning!⚠
Before you ride/drive, always make sure that the
setup is according to the recommended setup
data. Read about adjustments and setting up
in the Öhlins Owner’s Manual before you make
any adjustments. Contact an Öhlins dealer if you
have any questions about setting up.
ADJUSTMENTS
Part no. MI_BM511_1
Issued 2015-10-06
Length 375.5 mm
Stroke 53.5 mm
Spring part no. 01096-69
Spring rate 170 N/mm
Spring free length 190 mm
Spring preload 15 mm
Rebound 18 clicks
Recommended Free sag and Ride height
R1-R3 24 mm
F1-F3 42 mm