BMW R 1100 RT User Manual

31.8
[RS] Removing and installing fork
bridge
•
Separate connecting plug for ignition/steering
lock.
•
Unscrew handlebar mount on fork bridge.
•
Remove trim (1).
•
Heat ball joint mount on fork bridge to max.
120 °C and unscrew using Allen key socket
wrench insert, BMW No. 31 5 600.
•
Unscrew fixed tube clamp mount at top of fork
bridge.
•
Remove fork bridge.
•
Remove ignition/steering lock.
•
Install in the reverse order of work.
Projection of fixed tube beyond fork bridge:
................................ 5
± 0.5
mm (0.1969
± 0.01969
in)
X Tightening torque:
Mount, fixed tube/fork bridge ....................... 22 Nm
Ball joint at fork bridge
(clean thread + Loctite 2701)...................... 130 Nm
[GS/R/RT] Removing and installing
fork bridge
•
Unscrew fuel tank and pull to the rear.
•
Separate connecting plug for ignition/steering
lock.
•
Detach handlebar from fork bridge.
•
Unfasten fixed tube screw connection at fork
bridge, preventing movement by holding hexa-
gon on fixed tube.
•
Unfasten screw connection between fork bridge
and frame.
L Note:
Screw pin is a press fit in ball thrust bearing: remove
complete unit.
•
[R] Scheinwerferhalterung nach vorne ziehen.
•
Gabelbrücke abnehmen.
•
Zündlenkschloß ausbauen.
•
Einbau in umgekehrter Reihenfolge.
X Tightening torque:
Screw connection between fork bridge and frame
(clean thread + Loctite 243)........................ 130 Nm
Threaded connection between fork bridge and fixed
tube (free from oil and grease)...................... 45 Nm
Handlebar to fork bridge .............................. 21 Nm
GS310030
31 5 600
1
j
120
w
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BMW R 1100 RT Specifications

General

Brand	BMW
Model	R 1100 RT
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English