BMW R 1150 RT Repair Manual

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16 12 008 Replacing fuel filter
(Inspection III)
In normal operating conditions every 40,000 km
(24,000 miles); if fuel quality is poor every
20,000 km (12,000 miles)
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Remove front and rear seats.
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Remove left and right side sections of fairing.
•
Disengage stowage compartment and lift it up to
remove.
•
Use a cable tie to secure the stowage compart-
ment to the motorcycle.
d Warning:
Fuel is flammable and a hazard to health. Observe
relevant safety regulations.
•
Remove screw securing fuel tank.
•
Disconnect breather and overflow hoses.
•
Disconnect quick-connect adapters of the fuel
lines.
•
Disconnect the plug of the fuel pump.
•
Drain fuel tank.
L Note:
To avoid damaging the paintwork of the fuel tank, lay
a cloth between the fork bridge and the fuel tank.
•
Pull fuel tank up and to the rear to remove.
•
Remove fuel pump unit.
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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)