BMW R 1150 RT Repair Manual

12.6
12 31 022 Removing and installing
alternator
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Remove the seat.
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Remove side panels (a 46.8).
e Attention:
Fuel is flammable and a hazard to health. Observe all
applicable safety regulations.
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Remove fuel tank (a 16.5).
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Disconnect ground (earth) cable from battery.
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Remove the horn, if necessary.
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Remove spring strut.
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Remove alternator mount cover (a 11.35).
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Disconnect wiring from alternator.
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Remove bolt (1) and nut (2).
e Attention:
Avoid scratching the components; use masking
tape if necessary.
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Remove the alternator.
•
Installation is the reverse of the removal proce-
dure.
•
Install poly-V belt in accordance with the adjust-
ing procedure (
a 12.7).
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Switch on the ignition.
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Without starting the engine, fully open the throttle
once or twice so that the Motronic control unit
can register the throttle-valve positions.
L Note:
Disconnecting the battery deletes all entries (e.g.
faults, settings) stored in the Motronic control unit’s
memory.
Loss of settings can temporarily impair the operat-
ing characteristics when the engine is restarted.
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BMW R 1150 RT Specifications

General

Displacement	1130 cc
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.3:1
ABS	Optional
Engine Type	Air/oil-cooled, four-stroke, Boxer twin
Power	95 hp at 7, 250 rpm
Torque	100 Nm at 5, 500 rpm
Dry Weight	259 kg
Front Suspension	Telelever
Rear Suspension	Paralever
Front Brakes	Dual disc
Rear Brakes	Single disc
Wheelbase	1485 mm (58.5 in)