BMW R 1100 S User Manual

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Maintenance and care
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Troubleshooting chart
Malfunction: Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start
Possible cause Remedy See
b Page
Key not turned in
correct direction
Ignition key in ON
position
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Kill switch is off Move kill switch to
centre position
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Side stand extended,
gear selected
Select neutral or
retract side stand
and clutch lever
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Gear engaged but
clutch not disengaged
Select neutral or pull
clutch lever
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No fuel in tank Add fuel Rider’s Manual
Fuel pump not
working
Blown fuse 4
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Incorrect operation
of twistgrip
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Blocked air filter
element
Renew
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Defective spark plug Renew
Spark plug/leads
or caps wet
Blow out/dry with
compressed air
Insufficient battery
charge
Recharge battery
b 58
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BMW R 1100 S Specifications

General

Displacement	1085 cc
Bore x Stroke	99 mm x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.3:1
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Rear Brakes	Single 276 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre	170/60 ZR 17
Wheelbase	1, 478 mm
Fuel Capacity	18 liters
Engine Type	Air/oil-cooled, 4-stroke, flat twin
Power	98 hp @ 7, 500 rpm
Front Suspension	Telelever
Rear Suspension	Paralever
Seat Height	810 mm
Front Brakes	Dual 305 mm discs, 4-piston calipers