BMW R 1200R 2015 User Manual

General instructions
The "Maintenance" chapter de-
scribes work involving the check-
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are
to be taken into account for
assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Further information about main-
tenance and repair work can be
obtained on DVD through your
authorized BMW Motorrad re-
tailer.
Special tools and thorough spe-
cialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work.
If you are in doubt, consult an
authorized workshop, preferably
your authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Onboard tool kit
Standard tool kit
1 Screwdriver handle
Use with screwdriver bit.
Topping up engine oil
( 113).
2 Open-ended wrench
Wrench size: 8/10 mm
Removing battery
( 141).
3 Open-ended wrench
Wrench size: 14
Adjust mirror arm
( 76).
4 Reversible screwdriver in-
sert
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
Removing light sources
in front and rear turn in-
dicators ( 135).
Remove battery cover
( 141).
5 Torx wrench T40
Headlight range adjust-
ment (
77).
Front wheel stand
Mount front wheel stand
The BMW Motorrad front
wheel stand is not designed
for holding motorcycles without a
center or other auxiliary stands. A
motorcycle standing on the front
wheel stand and the rear wheel
alone can fall over.
Place the motorcycle on the
center stand or an auxiliary
stand before lifting it with the
8
110
z Maintenance

BMW R 1200R 2015 Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Max Power	92 kW (125 hp) at 7, 750 rpm
Max Torque	125 Nm at 6, 500 rpm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Fuel System	Electronic intake pipe injection
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Rear Brakes	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating caliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad ABS
Fuel Capacity	18 liters
Length	2, 145 mm
Wheelbase	1, 495 mm
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft
Frame	Two-section frame
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
Front Brakes	Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, four-piston radial calipers
Seat Height	790 mm
Weight	231 kg
Top Speed	200 km/h