BMW R 1150 RT Repair Manual

12.12
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Switch on the ignition.
•
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.
X Tightening torque:
Preload for poly-V belt.................................... 8 Nm
Alternator
to alternator mount cover ............................. 20 Nm
Belt pulley to crankshaft............................... 50 Nm
12 11 004 Timing the ignition
•
Using TDC locating pin, BMW No. 11 2 650, lock
the clutch housing.
•
Connect BMW MoDiTeC with Y adapter cable to
Hall-effect transmitter plug.
•
Set the timing, following the tester instructions.
•
Remove the TDC locating pin.
TDC
RS110461
11 2 650

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)