BMW R1200GS User Manual

General instructions
The "Maintenance" chapter de-
scribes straightforward proced-
ures for checking and replacing
certain wear parts.
Special tightening torques are lis-
ted as applicable. The tightening
torques for the threaded fasten-
ers on your vehicle are listed in
the section entitled "Technical
data".
Further information on mainten-
ance and repair work is available
from your BMW Motorrad author-
ised dealer in the form of a DVD.
Some of the work requires spe-
cial tools and a thorough know-
ledge of the technology involved.
If you are in doubt, consult a
specialist workshop, preferably
your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Toolkit
Standard toolkit
1 Screwdriver handle
Use with screwdriver in-
sert.
Top up the engine oil
( 112).
2 Reversible screwdriver
blade
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
Removing bulbs for front
and rear turn indicators
( 130).
Removing battery cover
( 136).
3 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 8/10
Removing battery
( 136).
4 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 14
Adjusting mirror arm
( 78).
Service toolkit
with service toolkit
OA
BMW Motorrad has assembled
a service toolkit that is ideal for
carrying out extended service
work (e.g. removing and installing
wheels) on this motorcycle. You
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z Maintenance

BMW R1200GS Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Power	92 kW (125 hp) at 7, 750 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel System	Electronic intake pipe injection
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 37 mm, central spring strut
Front Brake	Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 305 mm, 4-piston radial calipers
Rear Brake	Single disc brake, diameter 276 mm, double-piston floating caliper
Wheelbase	1, 507 mm
Engine Type	Air/liquid-cooled four-stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft
Torque	125 Nm (92 lb-ft) @ 6, 500 rpm
Frame	Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame
Traction Control	Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
Seat Height	850 / 870 mm (adjustable)
Fuel Capacity	20 l
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever; cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with WAD strut (weight-related damping)