BMW K1200LT Motorcycle Complete Workshop Service Repair Manual 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
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🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: K1200LT Vehicle Type: Motorcycle Body Style: Touring Motorcycle Generation Applicable Model Years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Premium Grand Touring Motorcycle Competitive Analysis Competitors: Honda Gold Wing, Harley-Davidson Electra Glide, Kawasaki Concours. Key Features Of Vehicle Touring Amenities: Large fairing with integrated windshield, comfortable seating for rider and passenger, ample luggage capacity (panniers and top case), often equipped with audio systems and cruise control. Manual Value Proposition Value: Essential resource for owners and independent mechanics to perform maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics, saving time and money compared to dealership service. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Complete Workshop Service and Repair Page Count Estimated Page Count: High (Detailed workshop manuals typically range from 500 to over 1500 pages depending on the complexity of the vehicle and the depth of coverage. Specific page count not provided in product info, but expected to be comprehensive.) Manual Type Type: Workshop Service Repair Manual Language Language: English (Assumed for typical market, may vary by specific product offering) Format Format: Downloadable (PDF/Digital) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Complete overhaul, diagnostics, tuning, cooling system, lubrication system, fuel delivery, ignition system, emissions control. Transmission: Clutch operation, gearbox overhaul, final drive (shaft drive) maintenance and repair, fluid changes. Brakes: ABS system (if equipped), hydraulic system, caliper maintenance, rotor inspection, brake fluid replacement. Electrical System: Battery, charging system, starter motor, lighting, ignition, instrumentation, diagnostic connectors, wiring diagrams, ECU troubleshooting. Suspension And Steering: Front forks (telescopic, potentially with electronic adjustment), rear shock absorber (monoshock, potentially with electronic adjustment), steering head bearings, wheel bearings. Body And Frame: Fairing removal and installation, seating, luggage systems, frame inspection, body panel repairs. Fuel System: Fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel injectors, fuel pressure regulation. Exhaust System: Muffler, catalytic converter, exhaust pipe maintenance and replacement. Procedures Included Maintenance: Routine service checks, oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement, fluid level checks, chain/drive maintenance (if applicable to final drive). Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, error code interpretation, symptom-based troubleshooting guides. Repair: Step-by-step instructions for component removal, repair, and reinstallation. Diagnostics: Detailed diagnostic charts and flowcharts for electrical and mechanical systems. Calibration And Adjustment: Throttle body synchronization, idle speed adjustment, clutch lever adjustment. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including electrical system diagnostics and troubleshooting. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: Digital Download (typically PDF) Print Quality Quality: High Resolution (designed for clear viewing and printing of diagrams and text) Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital format) Paper Type Paper: N/A (Digital format) Searchability Text Search: Likely Searchable PDF (for quick information retrieval) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Configuration: Inline four-cylinder, DOHC, 16 valves Displacement: 1171 cc (for early models), increased to 1200 cc in later iterations of the K1200 series Bore X Stroke: Typically around 79 mm x 59 mm (exact for K1200LT may vary slightly, refer to manual for specific year) Cooling System: Liquid-cooled Performance Horsepower: Approximately 100-110 hp (exact figures vary by model year and specific tune) Torque: Approximately 115-125 Nm (exact figures vary by model year and specific tune) Fuel System Induction: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline Fuel Requirement: Minimum 95 RON (Premium Unleaded) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: SAE 15W-40 or 10W-40 motorcycle specific oil, API SG or higher (Refer to manual for exact BMW approval and viscosity) Engine Oil Capacity: Approximately 4.0-4.5 liters (with filter change, refer to manual) Coolant Type: BMW approved ethylene glycol based coolant (50% mixture with distilled water) 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-speed manual gearbox with shaft drive Optional Automatic Option: None available for this model year range Features Final Drive: Shaft drive Fluid Specifications Gearbox Oil Type: SAE 75W-90 Synthetic gear oil (refer to manual for exact BMW specification) Final Drive Oil Type: SAE 75W-90 Synthetic gear oil (refer to manual for exact BMW specification) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 2395 mm (varies slightly by model year) Width: Approximately 970 mm (at handlebars, varies slightly) Height: Approximately 1410 mm (at windshield, varies slightly) Weights Dry Weight: Approximately 295 kg (varies by equipment) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Not explicitly stated, but significantly higher than dry weight to account for rider, passenger, and luggage. Wheels And Tires Front Tire Size: 120/70 ZR 17 Rear Tire Size: 170/80 R 15 Front Wheel Size: MT 3.50 x 17 Rear Wheel Size: MT 5.00 x 15 Wheel Bolt Pattern: N/A (Cast wheels with hub mounting) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Ratings: N/A (Motorcycle safety is typically assessed through independent rider testing and component safety features, not standardized crash tests like cars.) Active Features Braking System: Integral ABS II (Antilock Braking System) standard on most models, providing enhanced braking control. Lighting: Halogen headlight, clear lens taillight and turn signals. Some models may feature...
Large fairing with integrated windshield, comfortable seating for rider and passenger, ample luggage capacity (panniers and top case), often equipped with audio systems and cruise control.
Manual Value Proposition
Value:
Essential resource for owners and independent mechanics to perform maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics, saving time and money compared to dealership service.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Primary Coverage:
Complete Workshop Service and Repair
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
High (Detailed workshop manuals typically range from 500 to over 1500 pages depending on the complexity of the vehicle and the depth of coverage. Specific page count not provided in product info, but expected to be comprehensive.)
Manual Type
Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English (Assumed for typical market, may vary by specific product offering)
Front forks (telescopic, potentially with electronic adjustment), rear shock absorber (monoshock, potentially with electronic adjustment), steering head bearings, wheel bearings.
Body And Frame:
Fairing removal and installation, seating, luggage systems, frame inspection, body panel repairs.
Muffler, catalytic converter, exhaust pipe maintenance and replacement.
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Routine service checks, oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement, fluid level checks, chain/drive maintenance (if applicable to final drive).
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, error code interpretation, symptom-based troubleshooting guides.
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, repair, and reinstallation.
Diagnostics:
Detailed diagnostic charts and flowcharts for electrical and mechanical systems.
Calibration And Adjustment:
Throttle body synchronization, idle speed adjustment, clutch lever adjustment.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including electrical system diagnostics and troubleshooting.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
Digital Download (typically PDF)
Print Quality
Quality:
High Resolution (designed for clear viewing and printing of diagrams and text)
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital format)
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (Digital format)
Searchability
Text Search:
Likely Searchable PDF (for quick information retrieval)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Configuration:
Inline four-cylinder, DOHC, 16 valves
Displacement:
1171 cc (for early models), increased to 1200 cc in later iterations of the K1200 series
Bore X Stroke:
Typically around 79 mm x 59 mm (exact for K1200LT may vary slightly, refer to manual for specific year)
Cooling System:
Liquid-cooled
Performance
Horsepower:
Approximately 100-110 hp (exact figures vary by model year and specific tune)
Torque:
Approximately 115-125 Nm (exact figures vary by model year and specific tune)
Fuel System
Induction:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Fuel Requirement:
Minimum 95 RON (Premium Unleaded)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 15W-40 or 10W-40 motorcycle specific oil, API SG or higher (Refer to manual for exact BMW approval and viscosity)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.0-4.5 liters (with filter change, refer to manual)
Coolant Type:
BMW approved ethylene glycol based coolant (50% mixture with distilled water)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-speed manual gearbox with shaft drive
Optional
Automatic Option:
None available for this model year range
Features
Final Drive:
Shaft drive
Fluid Specifications
Gearbox Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic gear oil (refer to manual for exact BMW specification)
Final Drive Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic gear oil (refer to manual for exact BMW specification)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approximately 2395 mm (varies slightly by model year)
Width:
Approximately 970 mm (at handlebars, varies slightly)
Height:
Approximately 1410 mm (at windshield, varies slightly)
Weights
Dry Weight:
Approximately 295 kg (varies by equipment)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Not explicitly stated, but significantly higher than dry weight to account for rider, passenger, and luggage.
Wheels And Tires
Front Tire Size:
120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tire Size:
170/80 R 15
Front Wheel Size:
MT 3.50 x 17
Rear Wheel Size:
MT 5.00 x 15
Wheel Bolt Pattern:
N/A (Cast wheels with hub mounting)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A (Motorcycle safety is typically assessed through independent rider testing and component safety features, not standardized crash tests like cars.)
Active Features
Braking System:
Integral ABS II (Antilock Braking System) standard on most models, providing enhanced braking control.
Lighting:
Halogen headlight, clear lens taillight and turn signals. Some models may feature auxiliary driving lights.
Passive Features
Frame Construction:
Aluminum alloy beam frame for rigidity and light weight.
Wind Protection:
Large aerodynamic fairing and adjustable windscreen for rider comfort and protection from elements.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Integrated stereo system with CD player or cassette deck (depending on specific configuration), often with speakers and handlebar controls.
Cruise Control:
Electronic cruise control system is a common feature on the LT model.
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Integral ABS II (as mentioned in safety section)
Connectivity
Diagnostic Port:
BMW proprietary diagnostic connector, requiring specific tools or adapters for full system diagnostics.
Comfort Features
Heated Grips And Seats:
Often equipped with heated handlebars and rider/passenger seats for enhanced comfort in cooler weather.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change:
Every 10,000 km or annually (whichever comes first, refer to manual for exact recommendation)
Air Filter:
Inspect every 20,000 km, replace as needed (refer to manual)
Spark Plugs:
Replace every 20,000 - 30,000 km (depending on plug type, refer to manual)
Brake Fluid:
Replace every 2 years or as needed (refer to manual)
Valve Clearance:
Inspect every 40,000 km (refer to manual for specific procedure and settings)
Fluid Specifications
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 (BMW recommends their own approved fluid)
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Starter motor brushes, alternator brushes, clutch slave cylinder seals, wheel bearings, steering head bearings, paralever joint.
Electrical Gremlins:
Can be susceptible to intermittent electrical issues if wiring is damaged or connectors corroded. Fuel pump relays can be a failure point.
Fuel Pump:
Early models may experience fuel pump issues. Fuel filter replacement is crucial.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer:
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW), a German company with a long history in aviation, automotive, and motorcycle manufacturing.
Model Evolution
Predecessors:
Successor to the K1100LT, part of BMW's K-series lineup which began with the K100 in the early 1980s.
Successors:
The K1200LT was eventually replaced by the K1300LT and later the R1200LT and subsequent touring models.
The K1200LT was widely praised for its comfort, performance, and features, solidifying BMW's position in the luxury touring segment. While specific awards aren't readily available in product descriptions, its market success indicates positive reception.
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