BMW R 1150 GS Repair Manual page 4

BMW Motorrad
Maintenance schedule
R 1100 S / R 850/1200 C / R 1150 GS
Customer
Order No.
Read the fault code memory with the MoDiTeC
Change oil while at regular operating temperature and renew the oil filter element
if motorcycle is used only for short journeys or at outside temperatures under 0°C (32 °F), every
3 months, but at least every 3 000 km (1 800 miles)
Change oil in gearbox while at operating temperature
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at least every 2 years
Change oil in rear wheel drive while at regular operating temperature;
if necessary, clean inductive sensor on rear wheel
every 40 000 km (24 000 miles) or at least every 2 years
Renew fuel filter * )
normally every 40 000 km (24 000 miles), if fuel quality is poor every 20 000 km (12 000 miles)
Check battery acid level, if necessary add distilled water
Clean and grease the battery terminals, if necessary
Renew intake air filter element
in very dusty or dirty operating conditions, renew the intake air filter element every 10 000 km
(6 000 miles) or even more often if necessary
Renew Poly-V belt * )
renew Poly-V belt every 60 000 km (36 000 miles); do not adjust
Check brake fluid level at front and rear
Check operation of brake system and freedom from leaks; repair/replace items if nec. *
Examine brake pads and discs for wear, renew if necessary *
Change the brake fluid annually
Check clutch fluid level
Change the clutch fluid
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at least every 2 years
Check tightness of rear wheel studs
Check rear wheel bearing play by tilting wheel
Check swinging arm bearings (zero play); adjust if necessary *
Grease the side stand pivot
Check function of side stand contact switch
Check condition of spark plugs
Renew spark plugs
Check security of cylinder head nuts
Check/adjust valve clearances
Check throttle cable for free movement, abrasion and kinking; renew if necessary *
Check cable play
Check synchronisation and eliminate leaks *
Final inspection with road safety and functional check:
– Condition of tyres and wheels, rims and spokes if applicable, tyre pressures
– Lights and signalling equipment
– Telltale and warning lights
– Clutch, gear shift
– Front and rear brakes, steering
– Instruments
– If necessary, test ride
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Charged as an additional item
Licence plate No.
Mechanic's signature
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UX-VS-2, 04.00
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every
2 years
40 000 every
(24 000) 2 years
40 000
(24 000)
60 000
(36 000)
every
2 years
Printed in Germany