1994-2005 BMW R 850/1100 GS/R/RS/RT Service Manual
Diagnostic procedures and component service for R 1100 RS/RT, R 850/1100 GS, and R 850/1100 R. Complete engine, transmission, brake, and suspension specifications.
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BMW Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: BMW R 1100 RS, BMW R 1100 RT, BMW R 850 GS, BMW R 1100 GS, BMW R 850 R, BMW R 1100 R
Build Years: 1993–2000
Technical Data:
- Engine displacement: 1085 cc
- Engine type: Four-stroke flat twin, air-cooled with oil-cooled exhaust ports
- Maximum horsepower: 66 kW (90 bhp) at 7250 rpm
- Peak torque: 95 N·m (70 lb-ft) at 5500 rpm
- Engine idle speed: 1000 ± 150 min⁻¹
- Valve clearance (cold): Inlet 0.15 mm, Exhaust 0.30 mm
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Inside the 1994–2005 BMW R 850/1100 Service Manual
- This 1994–2005 BMW R 850/1100 GS/R/RS/RT service manual provides technical data for the R 850 and R 1100 boxer engine series.
- Official BMW Motorrad publication UX-VS-2, produced in Germany 02/00.
- Contains 47 torque tables, 28 detailed exploded-view diagrams, and 14 maintenance scheduling charts.
- Accessible from your device as soon as the order is placed.
- Laid out for standard letter and A4 printing.
- This official service manual is the definitive technical source for the 1994–2005 BMW R 850/1100 GS/R/RS/RT line, featuring the precise specifications used by factory-trained technicians for internal engine and chassis maintenance.
Maintenance and Technical Scope
The 1994–2005 BMW R 850/1100 service manual documents the complete range of standard maintenance procedures across the GS, R, RS, and RT variants. The manual details scheduled inspection routines, including engine oil and filter changes, valve clearance adjustments, and spark plug renewal sequences. Further chapters cover the lubrication circuits, coolant systems, and fuel preparation components, providing technical data for the fuel tank, lines, and exhaust system. The document also maps out drivetrain maintenance, including clutch housing specifications and gearbox service intervals.
Specification Highlights
The engine data section defines the 1085 cc displacement for the 1100 models and establishes a 10.7:1 compression ratio framework. Cylinder head bolt torque values are documented in a multi-stage sequence, with final-stage angles of 180° specified in the engine assembly data. Valve clearance for the intake is listed at 0.15 mm in the cylinder head specification table. Rear wheel retaining studs require 105 Nm of torque. The engine idle speed for these models is set to 1000 ± 150 min⁻¹ as defined in the technical data section.
All service data shown here is for reference only — qualified technicians and the original OEM documentation remain the authoritative source for any hands-on work.
Document Reference: UX-VS-2, produced in Germany 02/00
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