BMW R80 R90 R100 1995 Factory Service Repair Manual
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🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: R80, R90, R100 Series (Airhead) Year: 1995 Codes Chassis Codes: R80GS, R80R, R90S, R100GS, R100R, R100RS, R100RT (Specific models vary by year and market, this manual likely covers the range applicable to 1995 models) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Iconic large-displacement boxer-twin motorcycles, often classified as touring, sport-touring, or dual-sport (depending on model variant) Competitive Analysis Competitors At Time: Moto Guzzi California series, various Japanese motorcycles (e.g., Honda Gold Wing, Yamaha Venture) in touring segment; smaller dual-sport bikes from Suzuki, Kawasaki in GS variants Key Features Design Philosophy: Shaft-driven boxer-twin engine, robust construction, comfortable ergonomics, long-distance touring capability, distinctive styling Manual Utility: Essential for maintaining the longevity and performance of these classic BMW motorcycles, covering all aspects of repair and maintenance from basic checks to complex engine work. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Scope: Comprehensive factory service and repair Page Count Estimated Pages: Hundreds (specific count not provided, but typical for factory manuals covering multiple models/variants) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Repair Manual Language Language: English (implied by product description, standard for international markets) Format Format: Downloadable PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Full overhaul, top-end rebuild, bottom-end inspection, valve clearance adjustment, carburetor tuning and rebuilding, ignition system troubleshooting, lubrication system service Transmission And Drivetrain: Gearbox disassembly and assembly, clutch service, driveshaft maintenance, final drive unit service Chassis And Suspension: Front fork service (telescopic, possibly Monolever for GS models), rear suspension (Paralever for GS, Monolever for R models), wheel bearing replacement, steering head bearing adjustment Brakes: Front and rear brake caliper service, master cylinder overhaul, brake line replacement, bleeding procedures, ABS system troubleshooting (if applicable to specific 1995 models) Electrical System: Wiring diagrams, starter system, charging system (alternator, regulator), battery service, lighting circuits, ignition coils, instrument cluster diagnostics Fuel System: Fuel tank maintenance, fuel pump operation (if applicable), fuel lines, carburetor settings (Dell'Orto, Bing), fuel filter replacement Bodywork And Frame: Fairing removal and installation, seat maintenance, fender replacement, frame inspection and repair considerations Procedures Included Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug checks, air filter cleaning/replacement, chain adjustment (if applicable, though most were shaft drive), lubrication points Troubleshooting: Diagnostic flowcharts for common and uncommon problems, symptom-based repair guidance Repair: Step-by-step instructions for component disassembly, repair, and reassembly Overhaul: Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures Installation: Guidance for installing new or reconditioned parts Technical Depth Depth: Full factory-level detail, covering routine maintenance to complete engine and gearbox overhauls, suitable for professional technicians and experienced enthusiasts 📊 Manual Specifications File Format PDF Quality: Likely high-resolution scans or original digital files, ensuring clarity of text and diagrams Searchable: Typically, factory PDF service manuals are searchable by keyword Print Quality Printable Pages: Designed to be printed, allowing users to select and print specific sections or the entire manual Binding Type Binding Options: N/A (Digital PDF format) Paper Type Paper Recommendation: N/A (Digital PDF format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Type: Air-cooled, four-stroke, flat-twin (boxer) engine Displacement R80: 797.5 cc Displacement R90: 897.1 cc (R90/6, R90S) Displacement R100: 979.6 cc (R100GS, R100R, R100RS, R100RT) Bore Stroke R80: 84.8 mm x 70.6 mm Bore Stroke R90: 90 mm x 70.6 mm Bore Stroke R100: 94 mm x 70.6 mm Compression Ratio: Varies by model and year, typically 8.5:1 to 9.5:1 Performance Horsepower R80: Approx. 50-55 HP (Varies by tune and model) Horsepower R90S: Approx. 67 HP Horsepower R100: Approx. 60-70 HP (Varies by model, e.g., R100GS typically 60 HP, R100RS/RT higher) Torque: Varies by model and displacement, generally in the 50-70 lb-ft range Fuel System Carburetors: Typically dual Bing or Dell'Orto carburetors (e.g., 32mm or 40mm depending on model) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (premium recommended, typically 91-98 octane) Lubrication System Oil Type: SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50 Motorcycle Oil (Mineral or Synthetic, check manual for specific viscosity recommendations) Oil Capacity: Approx. 2.0 - 2.5 liters (4.2 - 5.3 US quarts), including filter Ignition System Type: Electronic ignition (Breakerless) 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-speed constant mesh manual gearbox Optional Features: Shaft drive to rear wheel Features Gearbox Oil Type: SAE 80W/90 API GL-5 Hypoid Gear Oil Gearbox Oil Capacity: Approx. 0.5 liters (0.53 US quarts) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: Varies by model, typically around 1450-1500 mm (57-59 inches) Weights Dry Weight: Varies by model, generally 200-230 kg (440-507 lbs) Wet Weight: Varies by model, typically 220-250 kg (485-551 lbs) 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Features: Basic instrumentation: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip meter, indicator lights. No modern infotainment systems. Driver Assistance Features: Optional ABS on some later models (e.g., R100GS PD). Primarily mechanical systems. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 5,000-7,500 km (3,000-5,000 miles) or annually Valve Adjustment Interval: Every 10,000-15,000 km (6,000-10,000 miles) Gearbox Oil Change Interval: Every 10,000-15,000 km (6,000-10,000 miles) or annually Final Drive Oil Change Interval: Every 10,000-15,000 km (6,000-10,000 miles) or annually...
R80GS, R80R, R90S, R100GS, R100R, R100RS, R100RT (Specific models vary by year and market, this manual likely covers the range applicable to 1995 models)
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Segment:
Iconic large-displacement boxer-twin motorcycles, often classified as touring, sport-touring, or dual-sport (depending on model variant)
Competitive Analysis
Competitors At Time:
Moto Guzzi California series, various Japanese motorcycles (e.g., Honda Gold Wing, Yamaha Venture) in touring segment; smaller dual-sport bikes from Suzuki, Kawasaki in GS variants
Essential for maintaining the longevity and performance of these classic BMW motorcycles, covering all aspects of repair and maintenance from basic checks to complex engine work.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Coverage Scope:
Comprehensive factory service and repair
Page Count
Estimated Pages:
Hundreds (specific count not provided, but typical for factory manuals covering multiple models/variants)
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Service Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English (implied by product description, standard for international markets)
Format
Format:
Downloadable PDF
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine:
Full overhaul, top-end rebuild, bottom-end inspection, valve clearance adjustment, carburetor tuning and rebuilding, ignition system troubleshooting, lubrication system service
Transmission And Drivetrain:
Gearbox disassembly and assembly, clutch service, driveshaft maintenance, final drive unit service
Chassis And Suspension:
Front fork service (telescopic, possibly Monolever for GS models), rear suspension (Paralever for GS, Monolever for R models), wheel bearing replacement, steering head bearing adjustment
Brakes:
Front and rear brake caliper service, master cylinder overhaul, brake line replacement, bleeding procedures, ABS system troubleshooting (if applicable to specific 1995 models)
Fairing removal and installation, seat maintenance, fender replacement, frame inspection and repair considerations
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug checks, air filter cleaning/replacement, chain adjustment (if applicable, though most were shaft drive), lubrication points
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic flowcharts for common and uncommon problems, symptom-based repair guidance
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component disassembly, repair, and reassembly
Overhaul:
Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures
Installation:
Guidance for installing new or reconditioned parts
Technical Depth
Depth:
Full factory-level detail, covering routine maintenance to complete engine and gearbox overhauls, suitable for professional technicians and experienced enthusiasts
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
PDF Quality:
Likely high-resolution scans or original digital files, ensuring clarity of text and diagrams
Searchable:
Typically, factory PDF service manuals are searchable by keyword
Print Quality
Printable Pages:
Designed to be printed, allowing users to select and print specific sections or the entire manual
Binding Type
Binding Options:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Paper Type
Paper Recommendation:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Type:
Air-cooled, four-stroke, flat-twin (boxer) engine
Displacement R80:
797.5 cc
Displacement R90:
897.1 cc (R90/6, R90S)
Displacement R100:
979.6 cc (R100GS, R100R, R100RS, R100RT)
Bore Stroke R80:
84.8 mm x 70.6 mm
Bore Stroke R90:
90 mm x 70.6 mm
Bore Stroke R100:
94 mm x 70.6 mm
Compression Ratio:
Varies by model and year, typically 8.5:1 to 9.5:1
Performance
Horsepower R80:
Approx. 50-55 HP (Varies by tune and model)
Horsepower R90S:
Approx. 67 HP
Horsepower R100:
Approx. 60-70 HP (Varies by model, e.g., R100GS typically 60 HP, R100RS/RT higher)
Torque:
Varies by model and displacement, generally in the 50-70 lb-ft range
Fuel System
Carburetors:
Typically dual Bing or Dell'Orto carburetors (e.g., 32mm or 40mm depending on model)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (premium recommended, typically 91-98 octane)
Lubrication System
Oil Type:
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50 Motorcycle Oil (Mineral or Synthetic, check manual for specific viscosity recommendations)
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 2.0 - 2.5 liters (4.2 - 5.3 US quarts), including filter
Ignition System
Type:
Electronic ignition (Breakerless)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-speed constant mesh manual gearbox
Optional
Features:
Shaft drive to rear wheel
Features
Gearbox Oil Type:
SAE 80W/90 API GL-5 Hypoid Gear Oil
Gearbox Oil Capacity:
Approx. 0.5 liters (0.53 US quarts)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase:
Varies by model, typically around 1450-1500 mm (57-59 inches)
Weights
Dry Weight:
Varies by model, generally 200-230 kg (440-507 lbs)
Wet Weight:
Varies by model, typically 220-250 kg (485-551 lbs)
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Features:
Basic instrumentation: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip meter, indicator lights. No modern infotainment systems.
Driver Assistance
Features:
Optional ABS on some later models (e.g., R100GS PD). Primarily mechanical systems.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000-7,500 km (3,000-5,000 miles) or annually
Valve Adjustment Interval:
Every 10,000-15,000 km (6,000-10,000 miles)
Gearbox Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000-15,000 km (6,000-10,000 miles) or annually
Final Drive Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000-15,000 km (6,000-10,000 miles) or annually
Fluid Specifications
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 (or DOT 3 if specified by older manuals, but DOT 4 is generally preferred)
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, output shaft seal leaks, front fork seal leaks, steering head bearing play, aging electrical connectors, exhaust header pipe corrosion
Engine Specific Notes:
Potential for pushrod tube seal leaks, oil consumption at higher mileage, carbon buildup on valves
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer:
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW)
Motorcycle Division Legacy:
Long history of producing robust, technically advanced motorcycles, particularly known for their boxer engines and shaft drive.
Model Evolution
Airhead Era:
The 'Airhead' boxer series was developed over decades, evolving from earlier models into the R80, R90, and R100 series. The 1995 models represent a refined stage of this design.
Key Variants In Period:
R100GS (dual-sport), R100R (roadster), R100RS (sport-touring), R100RT (touring). R80 models were typically lower displacement variants.
Production
Production Period:
The 'Airhead' series, including R80, R90, and R100 variants, was produced from the early 1970s through the mid-1990s. 1995 models were among the last of this lineage before the introduction of the 'Oilhead' boxers.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
General Reputation:
Highly regarded for reliability, touring comfort, and build quality. Considered modern classics.
Ratings
Owner Satisfaction:
Generally high, particularly among owners who appreciate the mechanical simplicity and character of the boxer engine.
Certifications
Manual Certification:
Official BMW Factory Manual
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