BMW R1100RT, R1100RS, R850, 1100GS, R850, 1100R Service Manual 1994-1999 (P/N UX-VS-2, 02/00)
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BMW Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: R1100RT, R1100RS, R850GS, R1100GS, R850R, R1100R
Model Years: 1994–1999
Technical Data:
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Engine design: Four-stroke flat twin, air-cooled with oil-cooled exhaust ports
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Effective displacement: 1085 cc
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Compression ratio: 10.7:1
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Engine idle speed: 1000 +150 1/min
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Spark plug electrode gap: 0.8 mm (wear limit 1.0 mm)
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Valve clearance (cold): Inlet 0.15 mm, Exhaust 0.30 mm
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Engine oil capacity: 3.75 liters (with filter change)
BMW Manual Features & Content Preview
- Covers 1994–1999 BMW R1100RT, R1100RS, R850GS, R1100GS, R850R, and R1100R models. Provides exact technical specifications for the flat-twin engine and associated chassis systems.
- Official BMW Motorrad publication (Document UX-VS-2, 02/00). Features 110+ pages of factory-level data, maintenance schedules, and tightening torque tables.
- Acts as the primary technical reference for boxer engine builds. Details critical lubrication, cooling, and electrical system specifications.
Manual Content and Shop Utility
This 1994–1999 BMW R-series manual delivers detailed factory documentation for major construction groups. It cuts out the guesswork for professional technicians and DIY mechanics working on the oil-cooled flat-twin engine series. Chapters outline precise maintenance schedules for the 1,000 km, 10,000 km, and 20,000 km service intervals. You get fast access to fluid capacities, filter renewal data, and valve clearance adjustments. The document clearly breaks down the engine, gearbox, front fork, steering, and rear wheel drive assemblies, giving you a clear look at how factory workshop documentation is structured for these touring and dual-sport platforms. Because the manual is an instant download, you can pull up the exact specs on your shop tablet or phone the second a bike rolls onto the lift.
Specification Highlights
The specification sections document critical mechanical limits. Key data points include valve clearances at 0.15 mm for intake and 0.30 mm for exhaust. The manual lists essential cylinder head torque values for the initial 1,000 km service check, including the required 180° torsion angle for M10 screws. It specifies an engine oil capacity of 3.75 liters when renewing the filter, alongside static ignition timing settings at 6° b TDC. Ensure you observe proper workshop safety protocols and verify critical measurements against your specific model year prior to applying high loads or operating the machinery.
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