technical data BMW MOTORRAD K 1200 R 2004 Rider's Manual (in English)

i3Introduction
6 Maintenance ............. 87
Toolkit .......................... 89
Engine oil ..................... 89
Coolant ........................ 92
Brakes .......................... 93
Clutch .......................... 96
Wheels ......................... 98
Front-wheel stand ...... 107
Rear wheel stand ....... 108
Bulbs .......................... 109
Jump starting ............. 115
Battery ....................... 116
Spray guard ................ 120
7 Care ......................... 121
Cleaning and care ...... 122
Laying up ................... 124
Restoring to use ......... 125
8 Technical data ........ 127
Threaded fasteners .... 128
Tyre pressures ........... 130
Engine ........................ 131
Power transmission .... 132
Frame and suspension 133
Wheels and tyres ........ 135Fuel and lubricants ..... 136
Electrical system ......... 138
Dimensions and
weights ....................... 140
Riding specifications .. 141
9 Service ..................... 143
BMW Motorrad
service ........................ 144
Confirmation of
maintenance work ...... 147
Confirmation of
service ........................ 151
i Index ......................... 155

i5Introduction
Custom equipmentWhen you ordered your BMW
motorcycle, you chose various
items of custom equipment.
This Rider’s Manual describes
optional extras (OE) offered by
BMW and selected optional
accessories (OA). This
explains why the manual may
also contain descriptions of
equipment which you have not
ordered. Country-specific
deviations from the motorcycle
illustrated are also possible.
If your BMW contains equip-
ment which is not described in
this Rider’s Manual, this will be
described in separate operat-
ing instructions.
Technical dataAll dimensions, weights and
power ratings stated in the
Rider’s Manual are quoted to
the standards and comply with
the tolerance requirements of
the Deutsche Institut für Nor-
mung e. V. (DIN). Versions for
individual countries may differ.CurrencyThe high safety and quality
standards of BMW motorcy-
cles are maintained by con-
stant development work on
designs, equipment and
accessories. Because of this,
your motorcycle may differ
from the information supplied
in the Rider's Manual. Nor can
errors and omissions be
entirely ruled out. We hope
you will appreciate that noclaims can be entertained on
the basis of the data, illustra-
tions or descriptions in this
manual.
BMW Service Advanced technology requires
specially adapted methods of
maintenance and repair.
Incorrectly executed
maintenance and repair
work could result in subse-
quent damage and the safety
risks associated with this.
BMW recommends that you
have the necessary work on
your motorcycle performed ei-
ther by an authorised BMW
motorcycle dealer or by a
workshop that operates to
BMW specifications and
employs suitably trained
personnel. c

351Operation
» Starting with the current setting, the settings are
displayed in the following
sequence:
– One-up riding
– One-up riding with luggage
– Two-up riding
(with luggage)
Spring preload is adjusted to
the setting shown on the dis-
play if you do not press
button 1 within one second.
The display flashes while
adjustment is in progress.
WheelsChecking tyre pressures
Incorrect tyre pressures
adversely affect the han-
dling of the motorcycle and
can lead to accidents.
Always keep the tyres inflated
to the correct pressures. c
Incorrect tyre pressures
result in accelerated tyre
wear.
Always keep the tyres inflated
to the correct pressures. c
The correct tyre pressures are
listed in the Technical Data
(
b
130). At high road speeds, tyre
valves have a tendency
to open as a result of centrifu-
gal force. To prevent sudden deflation,
use a metal valve cap with rub-
ber sealing ring on the rear
wheel and tighten it securely.
c

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Technical data
Threaded fasteners .................... 128
Tyre pressures ............................ 130
Engine ......................................... 131
Power transmission ................... 132
Frame and suspension .............. 133
Wheels and tyres ........................ 135
Fuel and lubricants .................... 136
Electrical system ........................ 138
Dimensions and weights ........... 140
Riding specifications ................. 141Technical data

Technical data8128
Threaded fasteners

ActivityType of threaded fastener Tightening
torqueFront wheel
Mudguard Internal TORX
® T25 (1)
hand-tight
Wheel-guide cover Internal TORX® T25 (1)hand-tight
Brake caliper Internal TORX® T4530 Nm
Axle clamping screw Internal TORX® T4019 Nm
Quick-release axle Allen screw w/f 22 50 Nm
Rear wheel
Clip cover Internal TORX® T25 (1)hand-tight
End silencer to footrest Internal TORX® T4516 Nm
Clamp on
end silencer Internal TORX® T45
35 Nm
Rear wheel Internal TORX® T5060 Nm
Lamp housing
Brake and rear light Phillips screw, large (1) hand-tight
Front turn indicators Phillips screw, small (1) hand-tight
Rear turn indicators Phillips screw, small (1) hand-tight

8129
Technical data
Threaded fasteners(1) in the toolkitActivityType of threaded fastener Tightening
torqueBattery
Battery compartment lid Internal TORX
® T25 (1)
hand-tight
Battery-terminal clamps External hexagon w/f 10 or
slotted head screw, large (1) hand-tight
Securing bracket Internal TORX® T20hand-tight
Splash guard
Splash guard Phillips screw, large (1) hand-tight

Technical data8130
Tyre pressuresTyre pressures measured when tyres are cold.
Accessories and loads Front Rear
One-up 2.5 bar 2.9 bar
One-up with luggage 2.5 bar 2.9 bar
Two-up (with luggage) 2.5 bar 2.9 bar

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Technical data
Engine Engine
Type 4-cylinder in-line engine, transversely mounted, tilted 55
o
Displacement 1,157 cc
Bore/stroke 79/59 mm
Compression ratio 13.0 : 1
Power rating
Maximum rated output
- at engine speed 120 kW
10,250 rpm
Torque
Max. torque
- at engine speed 127
8,250 rpm
Engine speeds
Engine speed, maximum
Idle speed 11,000 rpm
1,150 +
50 rpm
Consumption
Fuel consumption at constant 90 km/h 4.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at constant 120 km/h 5.5 l/100 km
Maximum oil consumption 1 l/1,000 km

Technical data8132
Power transmissionClutch
Type hydraulic multi-plate oil-bath clutch
Transmission
Type 6-speed gearbox
Overall ratios 1st gear = 2.5242nd gear = 1.842
3rd gear = 1.455
4th gear = 1.287
5th gear = 1.143
6th gear = 1.015
Final drive
Transmission from gearbox to rear wheel drive Universal shaft with integrated torsional damper
Rear-wheel drive Bevel gears
Final drive ratio 2.91:1

8133
Technical data
Frame and suspension Frame
Type Main and rear frame in light-alloy design
Location of type plate on the rear cross frame tube
Location of vehicle identification number (VIN) on the side frame section at the front right
Front brake
Type Two floating brake discswith 4-piston fixed calipers
Brake pads Sintered metal
Rear brake
Type One fixed brake disc with 2-piston floating caliper
Brake pads Organic material
Front suspension
Type BMW Duolever
Steering lock angle 2 x 30.3
o
Front wheel castor in normal-load position 101 mm
Rear suspension
Type BMW EVO Paralever swinging arm