🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: R1100R / R1100S Year: 2004 Codes Engine Code: R1100 ( Boxer-twin, 4-stroke, two valves per cylinder, air/oil cooled) 👋 Introduction Market Position Category: Sport Touring / Roadster Motorcycle Target Audience: BMW R1100R and R1100S owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Moto Guzzi V11 Sport, Ducati ST2/ST3, Honda VFR800. Key Features Engine Configuration: Air/oil-cooled Boxer-twin engine, known for torque and smooth power delivery. Suspension System: Telelever front suspension (R1100S) or conventional telescopic fork (R1100R) and Paralever rear suspension provide excellent ride quality and handling. Drivetrain: Shaft drive, requiring minimal maintenance. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Covered Models: BMW R1100R, BMW R1100S Covered Years: 2004 Page Count Estimated Pages: 400+ Manual Type Type: Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital Download (PDF) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Complete engine overhaul, cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft, valve timing, oil pump, lubrication system. Fuel System: Fuel injection (Bosch Motronic), throttle bodies, fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel lines, injectors. Ignition System: Ignition coils, spark plugs, Motronic ECU, wiring diagrams. Transmission: Clutch operation, gearbox disassembly and assembly, gear selection mechanism, final drive (Paralever). Brakes: ABS II/III system (if equipped), hydraulic lines, master cylinders, calipers, brake pads, rotor specifications. Suspension: Front telescopic fork (often Showa or WP, with adjustable preload/rebound), rear Monolever (R) or Paralever (S) single shock absorber (adjustable spring preload and rebound damping), linkage system. Electrical System: Wiring diagrams, battery, alternator, starter motor, lighting, horn, instrument cluster, sensors, ECU. Chassis Bodywork: Frame inspection, fairings, seat, fuel tank, handlebars, footpegs, exhaust system. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil and filter changes, spark plug replacement, air filter cleaning/replacement, valve clearance checks and adjustment, brake fluid flush, clutch fluid flush, final drive oil change. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common issues, error codes (if applicable), symptom-based fault finding. Component Rebuild: Detailed step-by-step instructions for rebuilding engine components, transmission, forks, and shock absorbers. Special Tools: Identification and usage of specialized BMW tools required for certain procedures (e.g., flywheel holding tool, torque wrenches). Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering from basic servicing to complete engine and gearbox rebuilds, including electrical diagnostics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Searchable text content Print Quality Print Readability: High resolution, suitable for printing Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Type: Four-stroke, air/oil-cooled Boxer-twin Displacement: 1085 cc Bore X Stroke: 99 mm x 70.5 mm Compression Ratio: 10.3:1 Valvetrain: Two valves per cylinder, overhead camshaft (OHC) Performance Horsepower: Approx. 90 hp (67 kW) at 7250 rpm (R1100R), Approx. 98 hp (73 kW) at 7500 rpm (R1100S) Torque: Approx. 98 Nm (72 lb-ft) at 5250 rpm (R1100R), Approx. 107 Nm (79 lb-ft) at 5500 rpm (R1100S) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Bosch Motronic Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline, minimum 95 RON (Octane Rating) Lubrication Oil Type: SAE 15W-50 or 20W-50 API SG/SH motorcycle oil 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-speed manual transmission Features Clutch: Dry, single-plate clutch (hydraulically actuated) Final Drive: Shaft drive with Paralever system Final Drive Oil: SAE 80W-90 API GL-5 hypoid gear oil 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length Approx: 2150 mm (R1100R), 2170 mm (R1100S) Width Approx: 800 mm (R1100R), 850 mm (R1100S, including mirrors) Height Approx: 1250 mm (R1100R), 1220 mm (R1100S, seat height) Weights Dry Weight Approx: 235 kg (R1100R), 239 kg (R1100S) Wet Weight Approx: 255 kg (R1100R), 259 kg (R1100S) Max Payload: Approx. 200 kg 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings ABS: Optional BMW Motorrad ABS II or ABS III Active Features Braking System: Dual front discs, single rear disc with hydraulic actuation. Passive Features Lighting: Halogen headlamp, LED taillight, turn signals. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Instrument Cluster: Analog tachometer and speedometer, digital display for odometer, trip meters, clock, temperature, and gear indicator (on some models). Driver Assistance ABS: Integral part of the braking system, providing anti-lock functionality. Connectivity Diagnostics: On-board diagnostics via proprietary BMW connectors, requiring specific tools for full access. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change: Every 10,000 km or 12 months Valve Clearance: Every 20,000 km Spark Plugs: Every 20,000 km Brake Fluid: Every 24 months Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Capacity: 4.0 liters (4.2 US quarts) with filter change Transmission Oil Capacity: 0.25 liters (0.26 US quarts) Final Drive Oil Capacity: 0.18 liters (0.19 US quarts) Known Issues Fuel Pump Reliability: Early models could experience fuel pump issues; later replacements are more robust. Hall Sender Unit: Can fail, leading to starting problems or stalling. Located near the crankshaft. ABS Modulator: Potential for ABS modulator failure or leaks over time, requiring specialized bleeding procedures. Clutch Slave Cylinder: Can leak; replacement is a common maintenance item. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Bmw Motorcycles: BMW Motorrad, a division of BMW AG, has a long and storied history of producing innovative and...
Air/oil-cooled Boxer-twin engine, known for torque and smooth power delivery.
Suspension System:
Telelever front suspension (R1100S) or conventional telescopic fork (R1100R) and Paralever rear suspension provide excellent ride quality and handling.
Front telescopic fork (often Showa or WP, with adjustable preload/rebound), rear Monolever (R) or Paralever (S) single shock absorber (adjustable spring preload and rebound damping), linkage system.
Oil and filter changes, spark plug replacement, air filter cleaning/replacement, valve clearance checks and adjustment, brake fluid flush, clutch fluid flush, final drive oil change.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common issues, error codes (if applicable), symptom-based fault finding.
Component Rebuild:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for rebuilding engine components, transmission, forks, and shock absorbers.
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of specialized BMW tools required for certain procedures (e.g., flywheel holding tool, torque wrenches).
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering from basic servicing to complete engine and gearbox rebuilds, including electrical diagnostics.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Searchable text content
Print Quality
Print Readability:
High resolution, suitable for printing
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Type:
Four-stroke, air/oil-cooled Boxer-twin
Displacement:
1085 cc
Bore X Stroke:
99 mm x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.3:1
Valvetrain:
Two valves per cylinder, overhead camshaft (OHC)
Performance
Horsepower:
Approx. 90 hp (67 kW) at 7250 rpm (R1100R), Approx. 98 hp (73 kW) at 7500 rpm (R1100S)
Torque:
Approx. 98 Nm (72 lb-ft) at 5250 rpm (R1100R), Approx. 107 Nm (79 lb-ft) at 5500 rpm (R1100S)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Bosch Motronic Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum 95 RON (Octane Rating)
Lubrication
Oil Type:
SAE 15W-50 or 20W-50 API SG/SH motorcycle oil
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-speed manual transmission
Features
Clutch:
Dry, single-plate clutch (hydraulically actuated)
Final Drive:
Shaft drive with Paralever system
Final Drive Oil:
SAE 80W-90 API GL-5 hypoid gear oil
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length Approx:
2150 mm (R1100R), 2170 mm (R1100S)
Width Approx:
800 mm (R1100R), 850 mm (R1100S, including mirrors)
Height Approx:
1250 mm (R1100R), 1220 mm (R1100S, seat height)
Weights
Dry Weight Approx:
235 kg (R1100R), 239 kg (R1100S)
Wet Weight Approx:
255 kg (R1100R), 259 kg (R1100S)
Max Payload:
Approx. 200 kg
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
ABS:
Optional BMW Motorrad ABS II or ABS III
Active Features
Braking System:
Dual front discs, single rear disc with hydraulic actuation.
Passive Features
Lighting:
Halogen headlamp, LED taillight, turn signals.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Instrument Cluster:
Analog tachometer and speedometer, digital display for odometer, trip meters, clock, temperature, and gear indicator (on some models).
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Integral part of the braking system, providing anti-lock functionality.
Connectivity
Diagnostics:
On-board diagnostics via proprietary BMW connectors, requiring specific tools for full access.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change:
Every 10,000 km or 12 months
Valve Clearance:
Every 20,000 km
Spark Plugs:
Every 20,000 km
Brake Fluid:
Every 24 months
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.0 liters (4.2 US quarts) with filter change
Transmission Oil Capacity:
0.25 liters (0.26 US quarts)
Final Drive Oil Capacity:
0.18 liters (0.19 US quarts)
Known Issues
Fuel Pump Reliability:
Early models could experience fuel pump issues; later replacements are more robust.
Hall Sender Unit:
Can fail, leading to starting problems or stalling. Located near the crankshaft.
ABS Modulator:
Potential for ABS modulator failure or leaks over time, requiring specialized bleeding procedures.
Clutch Slave Cylinder:
Can leak; replacement is a common maintenance item.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Bmw Motorcycles:
BMW Motorrad, a division of BMW AG, has a long and storied history of producing innovative and high-quality motorcycles since the early 20th century.
Model Evolution
R Series Legacy:
The R1100 series builds upon BMW's iconic Boxer-twin engine architecture, a design philosophy that has been central to the brand for decades.
R1100 Introduction:
The R1100R and R1100S were introduced in the mid-1990s as successors to the R100 series, featuring a larger 1100cc engine and significant chassis advancements like the Paralever and Telelever suspension systems (on the S model).
Production
Production Years:
The R1100 series was produced from 1993 to 2006 (with variations in engine size and model names, e.g., R1150).
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Market Reception:
Generally well-received for their blend of performance, comfort, and long-distance capability, though often criticized for complexity compared to Japanese rivals.