🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: R 1200 R Year: 2008 Codes Product Code: None provided Oem Manual Part Number: Likely 00000000000 or similar if digital-only, specific part number depends on official BMW catalog 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Sport Touring / Naked Sportbike segment. Target Audience: Riders seeking a versatile, premium motorcycle for commuting, touring, and spirited riding. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Triumph Speed Triple, Ducati Monster 1100, Yamaha FZ1, Kawasaki Z1000. Key Features Engine Type: BMW's signature Boxer-twin engine. Drivetrain: Shaft drive, a hallmark of BMW's larger motorcycles. Handling And Ergonomics: Known for balanced chassis and comfortable, upright riding position. Technology Integration: Often featured advanced systems like ABS for its era. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Operation, Maintenance, and Safety of the 2008 BMW R 1200 R motorcycle. Secondary Coverage: Basic troubleshooting and information on motorcycle systems. Page Count Estimated Page Count: 150-250 pages (typical for a comprehensive owner's manual of this era/type) Manual Type Manual Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF (Download) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Operation: Understanding engine functions, break-in procedures, fuel requirements. Chassis And Suspension: Description of frame, forks, rear shock, and adjustments. Braking System: Operation of ABS, brake fluid types, and care. Electrical System: Battery, lighting, fuses, and general electrical operation. Instrumentation And Controls: Explanation of dashboard indicators, switches, and levers. Fuel And Exhaust: Fuel tank capacity, recommended fuel, exhaust system overview. Cooling System: Engine cooling system description (likely oil-cooled with fan assist for 2008 R1200R). Wheels And Tires: Recommended tire pressures, sizes, and inspection. Safety Features: ABS operation, hazard warning lights, general riding safety. Procedures Included Pre Ride Inspection: Checklist for safe operation before each ride. Fluid Level Checks: Instructions for checking oil, brake fluid, and coolant (if applicable). Tire Pressure Adjustment: Guidance on maintaining correct tire pressures. Basic Maintenance: Information on chain lubrication/adjustment, minor adjustments. Troubleshooting Minor Issues: Guidance for common operational issues, dashboard warning lights. Cleaning And Care: Recommendations for washing and preserving the motorcycle. Accessory Installation Guidelines: General advice on fitting approved accessories. Storage And Winterization: Instructions for long-term storage. Technical Depth Depth: Owner-level: Focuses on understanding operation, safety, and routine maintenance tasks performable by the owner. Does not cover in-depth mechanical repair or diagnostics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF Print Quality Searchability: Likely text-searchable if originally a digital file or well-scanned OCR'd document. Image Resolution: Variable, depends on the source scan quality; typically good enough for clarity of diagrams and text. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Four-stroke, two-cylinder boxer engine. Displacement: 1170 cc (1.17 Liters). Bore X Stroke: 101 mm x 73 mm (approximate, consult manual for exact). Compression Ratio: 12.0:1 (typical for this generation). Cooling System: Air/Oil cooled (with fan assist for oil cooler). Valve Train: DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, chain driven. Performance Horsepower: Approximately 105 hp (77 kW) at 7500 rpm. Torque: Approximately 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) at 6000 rpm. Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with dual throttle bodies. Recommended Fuel: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (95 RON / 91 AKI). Fuel Tank Capacity: 20.5 liters (5.4 US gallons). 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 6-speed, constant mesh gearbox. Clutch Type: Single dry plate, hydraulically operated diaphragm spring clutch. Final Drive: Shaft drive. Optional Optional Gearbox: N/A (Standard 6-speed gearbox for R 1200 R). Features Gear Ratios: Refer to manual for specific gear ratios, typically optimized for versatility. Transmission Fluid: Refer to manual for specific gearbox oil specification (e.g., SAE 75W-90 GL-5). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 2180 mm (85.8 in). Width: Approx. 905 mm (35.6 in) over mirrors. Height: Approx. 1220 mm (48.0 in) to handlebars. Wheelbase: Approx. 1492 mm (58.7 in). Seat Height: Adjustable, typically 830 mm (32.7 in) standard. Weights Dry Weight: Approx. 212 kg (467 lbs). Wet Weight: Approx. 231 kg (509 lbs) with all fluids. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Consult manual for specific GVWR. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Ratings: N/A (Motorcycle specific ratings are not standardized in the same way as automobiles). Active Features ABS: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (standard or optional depending on market/package for 2008 model, likely standard on many). Traction Control: ASC (Automatic Stability Control) may have been an optional feature or introduced later in the model run, refer to specific VIN/market. Passive Features Lighting: Halogen headlight, LED taillight, turn signals. Ergonomics: Designed for rider comfort and control. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Instrument Cluster: Analog speedometer and tachometer, digital display for gear indicator, odometer, trip meters, clock, temperature, fuel level. Audio System: N/A (No factory-integrated audio system on standard R 1200 R). Driver Assistance ABS: Integral ABS system, combining front and rear brake actuation with a linked system, often with a servo-assisted booster. Handlebar Controls: Ergonomically designed switches for...
Description of frame, forks, rear shock, and adjustments.
Braking System:
Operation of ABS, brake fluid types, and care.
Electrical System:
Battery, lighting, fuses, and general electrical operation.
Instrumentation And Controls:
Explanation of dashboard indicators, switches, and levers.
Fuel And Exhaust:
Fuel tank capacity, recommended fuel, exhaust system overview.
Cooling System:
Engine cooling system description (likely oil-cooled with fan assist for 2008 R1200R).
Wheels And Tires:
Recommended tire pressures, sizes, and inspection.
Safety Features:
ABS operation, hazard warning lights, general riding safety.
Procedures Included
Pre Ride Inspection:
Checklist for safe operation before each ride.
Fluid Level Checks:
Instructions for checking oil, brake fluid, and coolant (if applicable).
Tire Pressure Adjustment:
Guidance on maintaining correct tire pressures.
Basic Maintenance:
Information on chain lubrication/adjustment, minor adjustments.
Troubleshooting Minor Issues:
Guidance for common operational issues, dashboard warning lights.
Cleaning And Care:
Recommendations for washing and preserving the motorcycle.
Accessory Installation Guidelines:
General advice on fitting approved accessories.
Storage And Winterization:
Instructions for long-term storage.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Owner-level: Focuses on understanding operation, safety, and routine maintenance tasks performable by the owner. Does not cover in-depth mechanical repair or diagnostics.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
PDF
Print Quality
Searchability:
Likely text-searchable if originally a digital file or well-scanned OCR'd document.
Image Resolution:
Variable, depends on the source scan quality; typically good enough for clarity of diagrams and text.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Four-stroke, two-cylinder boxer engine.
Displacement:
1170 cc (1.17 Liters).
Bore X Stroke:
101 mm x 73 mm (approximate, consult manual for exact).
Compression Ratio:
12.0:1 (typical for this generation).
Cooling System:
Air/Oil cooled (with fan assist for oil cooler).
Valve Train:
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, chain driven.
Performance
Horsepower:
Approximately 105 hp (77 kW) at 7500 rpm.
Torque:
Approximately 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) at 6000 rpm.
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with dual throttle bodies.
Recommended Fuel:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (95 RON / 91 AKI).
Fuel Tank Capacity:
20.5 liters (5.4 US gallons).
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
6-speed, constant mesh gearbox.
Clutch Type:
Single dry plate, hydraulically operated diaphragm spring clutch.
Final Drive:
Shaft drive.
Optional
Optional Gearbox:
N/A (Standard 6-speed gearbox for R 1200 R).
Features
Gear Ratios:
Refer to manual for specific gear ratios, typically optimized for versatility.
Transmission Fluid:
Refer to manual for specific gearbox oil specification (e.g., SAE 75W-90 GL-5).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 2180 mm (85.8 in).
Width:
Approx. 905 mm (35.6 in) over mirrors.
Height:
Approx. 1220 mm (48.0 in) to handlebars.
Wheelbase:
Approx. 1492 mm (58.7 in).
Seat Height:
Adjustable, typically 830 mm (32.7 in) standard.
Weights
Dry Weight:
Approx. 212 kg (467 lbs).
Wet Weight:
Approx. 231 kg (509 lbs) with all fluids.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Consult manual for specific GVWR.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A (Motorcycle specific ratings are not standardized in the same way as automobiles).
Active Features
ABS:
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (standard or optional depending on market/package for 2008 model, likely standard on many).
Traction Control:
ASC (Automatic Stability Control) may have been an optional feature or introduced later in the model run, refer to specific VIN/market.
Passive Features
Lighting:
Halogen headlight, LED taillight, turn signals.
Ergonomics:
Designed for rider comfort and control.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Instrument Cluster:
Analog speedometer and tachometer, digital display for gear indicator, odometer, trip meters, clock, temperature, fuel level.
Audio System:
N/A (No factory-integrated audio system on standard R 1200 R).
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Integral ABS system, combining front and rear brake actuation with a linked system, often with a servo-assisted booster.
Handlebar Controls:
Ergonomically designed switches for lights, signals, horn, hazard lights, and menu navigation for the instrument cluster.
Connectivity
Diagnostic Port:
On-board diagnostic (OBD) port for dealer-level diagnostics and potential future updates.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 10,000 km (6,200 miles) or annually.
Major Service Interval:
Major inspections every 20,000 km (12,400 miles), often including valve clearance checks and gearbox oil change.
Brake Fluid Change:
Typically every 2 years, regardless of mileage.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Synthetic Motorcycle Oil SAE 5W-40 or 10W-40, API SJ/SL/SM or JASO MA/MA2. Consult manual for exact specification and grade.
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 3.0 liters (3.2 US quarts) with filter change.