🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: C1 C1200 Vehicle Type: Maxi-scooter Product Name: BMW C1 C1200 Service Repair Manual 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Premium Maxi-scooter segment Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: • Yamaha TMAX • Suzuki Burgman • Honda Silver Wing Key Features Innovations: • Integrated roll cage structure for enhanced safety • Advanced aerodynamic fairing • Car-like seating position and comfort Target Audience User Profile: Commuters seeking comfort, safety, and premium features in a scooter, often in urban environments. Value Proposition Manual Benefit: Provides in-depth technical knowledge for DIY maintenance and repairs, crucial for maintaining the performance and longevity of this unique vehicle. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Languages: • English Page Count Estimated Page Count: Extensive (typical service manual range: 500-1500+ pages) Manual Type Type: Service Repair Manual Format File Format: PDF Compatibility Operating Systems: • Windows • Mac Requirements Software: Adobe PDF Reader Availability Downloadable: YES 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: • Engine • Fuel System • Ignition System • Exhaust System • Transmission (CVT) • Clutch Chassis: • Frame/Chassis • Front Suspension • Rear Suspension • Steering System • Brake System (Front & Rear) • Wheels & Tires Electrical: • Battery • Charging System (Alternator/Generator) • Starting System • Lighting System • Ignition System • Instrumentation • Wiring Diagrams • ECU/ECM (Engine Control Unit/Module) Bodywork: • Body Panels • Fairings • Seat • Storage Compartments • Crash Structure Procedures Included Maintenance: • Scheduled Maintenance • Oil Changes • Filter Replacements (Air, Oil, Fuel) • Spark Plug Replacement • Brake Pad Replacement • Chain/Belt Adjustment (if applicable) • Coolant Checks and Replacement Repair: • Engine Overhaul • Transmission Service • Brake System Repair • Suspension Component Replacement • Electrical Component Diagnosis and Repair • Bodywork Repair Troubleshooting: • Diagnostic Procedures • Fault Code Interpretation • Common Problem Diagnosis Technical Depth Level: Comprehensive (from basic checks to full rebuilds) Diagnostic Tools: Includes information for standard tools and may reference specialized BMW diagnostic equipment. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Quality: PDF (typically searchable and printable) Print Quality Resolution: High (suitable for printing with clear diagrams and text) Binding Type Physical Format: N/A (Digital PDF) Paper Type Physical Format: N/A (Digital PDF) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Type: Four-stroke inline two-cylinder Displacement: 1171 cc (often referred to as 1200) Bore X Stroke: Approx. 69 mm x 76 mm (exact figures may vary by specific model revision) Cooling System: Liquid-cooled Performance Horsepower: Approx. 60-65 hp (at ~5,000 rpm, depending on model year and region) Torque: Approx. 90-95 Nm (at ~3,500-4,000 rpm, depending on model year and region) Fuel System Induction: Fuel Injection (Bosch Motronic or similar) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (95 RON recommended) Ignition System Type: Electronic ignition Emission Control System: Catalytic converter 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Drive Type: Belt drive to rear wheel Features Operation: Automatic shifting for seamless acceleration Fluid Specification Type: Specific CVT fluid (refer to manual for BMW part number, e.g., BMW recommends specific ATF or CVT fluid) Fluid Capacity Quantity: Refer to manual (typically small capacity for CVT) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 2150 mm Width: Approx. 780 mm (excluding mirrors) Height: Approx. 1400 mm (with windscreen) Wheelbase: Approx. 1470 mm Weights Dry Weight: Approx. 200-210 kg Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Refer to manual (typically around 370-390 kg) Cargo Storage: Under-seat storage compartment, glove box 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Structure: Integrated safety cell/roll cage structure Active Features Braking System: • Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) standard • Disc brakes (front and rear) Passive Features Occupant Protection: • Safety cell structure • Seatbelt (integrated) • Optional airbags (depending on market/variant) Lighting Headlight: Halogen or Xenon (depending on model year) 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Instrument Cluster: Analog speedometer and tachometer with digital multi-function display (fuel level, mileage, clock, etc.) Driver Assistance ABS: Standard ABS for enhanced braking safety Connectivity Features: Limited by its production era, primarily focused on core vehicle functions. Lighting Headlight Type: Typically Halogen, some later models/options may have Xenon. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change: Every 5,000-10,000 km or annually (refer to manual for exact interval and oil type) Air Filter: Check every 5,000 km, replace as needed or at larger service intervals (e.g., 15,000-20,000 km) Spark Plug: Replace every 10,000-20,000 km (depending on plug type and condition) Brake Fluid: Replace every 2 years (DOT 4 recommended) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil: BMW recommends specific synthetic motorcycle engine oil (e.g., SAE 5W-40, API SG/SH/SJ or higher, JASO MA/MA2). Consult manual for exact BMW part numbers. Coolant: BMW Blue Performance Coolant or equivalent (ethylene glycol based, 50% mixture with distilled water) Brake Fluid: DOT 4 Known Issues Common Problems: • CVT belt wear/failure • Electrical system gremlins (especially with age) • Corrosion on certain components • ABS sensor issues • Seat mechanism faults Recommended Parts Filters: BMW OEM or equivalent high-quality...
• Integrated roll cage structure for enhanced safety
• Advanced aerodynamic fairing
• Car-like seating position and comfort
Target Audience
User Profile:
Commuters seeking comfort, safety, and premium features in a scooter, often in urban environments.
Value Proposition
Manual Benefit:
Provides in-depth technical knowledge for DIY maintenance and repairs, crucial for maintaining the performance and longevity of this unique vehicle.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Languages:
• English
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (typical service manual range: 500-1500+ pages)
Manual Type
Type:
Service Repair Manual
Format
File Format:
PDF
Compatibility
Operating Systems:
• Windows
• Mac
Requirements
Software:
Adobe PDF Reader
Availability
Downloadable:
YES
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Powertrain:
• Engine
• Fuel System
• Ignition System
• Exhaust System
• Transmission (CVT)
• Clutch
Chassis:
• Frame/Chassis
• Front Suspension
• Rear Suspension
• Steering System
• Brake System (Front & Rear)
• Wheels & Tires
Electrical:
• Battery
• Charging System (Alternator/Generator)
• Starting System
• Lighting System
• Ignition System
• Instrumentation
• Wiring Diagrams
• ECU/ECM (Engine Control Unit/Module)
Bodywork:
• Body Panels
• Fairings
• Seat
• Storage Compartments
• Crash Structure
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
• Scheduled Maintenance
• Oil Changes
• Filter Replacements (Air, Oil, Fuel)
• Spark Plug Replacement
• Brake Pad Replacement
• Chain/Belt Adjustment (if applicable)
• Coolant Checks and Replacement
Repair:
• Engine Overhaul
• Transmission Service
• Brake System Repair
• Suspension Component Replacement
• Electrical Component Diagnosis and Repair
• Bodywork Repair
Troubleshooting:
• Diagnostic Procedures
• Fault Code Interpretation
• Common Problem Diagnosis
Technical Depth
Level:
Comprehensive (from basic checks to full rebuilds)
Diagnostic Tools:
Includes information for standard tools and may reference specialized BMW diagnostic equipment.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Quality:
PDF (typically searchable and printable)
Print Quality
Resolution:
High (suitable for printing with clear diagrams and text)
Binding Type
Physical Format:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Physical Format:
N/A (Digital PDF)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Type:
Four-stroke inline two-cylinder
Displacement:
1171 cc (often referred to as 1200)
Bore X Stroke:
Approx. 69 mm x 76 mm (exact figures may vary by specific model revision)
Cooling System:
Liquid-cooled
Performance
Horsepower:
Approx. 60-65 hp (at ~5,000 rpm, depending on model year and region)
Torque:
Approx. 90-95 Nm (at ~3,500-4,000 rpm, depending on model year and region)
Fuel System
Induction:
Fuel Injection (Bosch Motronic or similar)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (95 RON recommended)
Ignition System
Type:
Electronic ignition
Emission Control
System:
Catalytic converter
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Drive Type:
Belt drive to rear wheel
Features
Operation:
Automatic shifting for seamless acceleration
Fluid Specification
Type:
Specific CVT fluid (refer to manual for BMW part number, e.g., BMW recommends specific ATF or CVT fluid)
Fluid Capacity
Quantity:
Refer to manual (typically small capacity for CVT)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 2150 mm
Width:
Approx. 780 mm (excluding mirrors)
Height:
Approx. 1400 mm (with windscreen)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 1470 mm
Weights
Dry Weight:
Approx. 200-210 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Refer to manual (typically around 370-390 kg)
Cargo
Storage:
Under-seat storage compartment, glove box
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Structure:
Integrated safety cell/roll cage structure
Active Features
Braking System:
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) standard
• Disc brakes (front and rear)
Passive Features
Occupant Protection:
• Safety cell structure
• Seatbelt (integrated)
• Optional airbags (depending on market/variant)
Lighting
Headlight:
Halogen or Xenon (depending on model year)
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Instrument Cluster:
Analog speedometer and tachometer with digital multi-function display (fuel level, mileage, clock, etc.)
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Standard ABS for enhanced braking safety
Connectivity
Features:
Limited by its production era, primarily focused on core vehicle functions.
Lighting
Headlight Type:
Typically Halogen, some later models/options may have Xenon.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change:
Every 5,000-10,000 km or annually (refer to manual for exact interval and oil type)
Air Filter:
Check every 5,000 km, replace as needed or at larger service intervals (e.g., 15,000-20,000 km)
Spark Plug:
Replace every 10,000-20,000 km (depending on plug type and condition)
Brake Fluid:
Replace every 2 years (DOT 4 recommended)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
BMW recommends specific synthetic motorcycle engine oil (e.g., SAE 5W-40, API SG/SH/SJ or higher, JASO MA/MA2). Consult manual for exact BMW part numbers.
Coolant:
BMW Blue Performance Coolant or equivalent (ethylene glycol based, 50% mixture with distilled water)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4
Known Issues
Common Problems:
• CVT belt wear/failure
• Electrical system gremlins (especially with age)
• Corrosion on certain components
• ABS sensor issues
• Seat mechanism faults
Recommended Parts
Filters:
BMW OEM or equivalent high-quality aftermarket (e.g., Mann-Filter, K&N)
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Motorsport:
BMW's extensive history in motorcycle engineering and racing informs their approach to vehicle design and performance.
Model Evolution
Introduction Year:
Introduced in 2000
Design Philosophy:
A unique approach to scooter design, prioritizing safety and weather protection, blurring the lines between scooter and motorcycle.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Germany (Berlin)
Discontinuation:
Production ceased in 2006
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Industry Awards:
While specific awards for the C1 C1200 are not widely publicized, its innovative safety features and unique design received considerable attention and press coverage upon release.
Ratings
Safety Perception:
Generally perceived as a safer scooter option due to its built-in safety cell and optional airbags.
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