🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: R850R Year: 1999 Product Type: Full Service Repair Manual 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Sport Touring Motorcycle Target Audience: Owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs, independent workshops. Competitive Analysis Competitors 1999: Honda ST1100, Yamaha FJR1300 (emerging), Moto Guzzi California. Key Features Design Philosophy: Emphasis on comfortable touring with a capable boxer twin engine and BMW's characteristic engineering. Manual Value Proposition: Empowers owners with the knowledge to maintain their investment, reduce service costs, and understand their machine intimately. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Comprehensive repair and maintenance for the BMW R850R (1999 model year). Page Count Estimated Pages: 300+ Manual Type Type: Service & Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital (likely PDF) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Detailed overhaul, diagnostics, and tuning of the R850cc boxer twin engine. Transmission: Clutch, gearbox, final drive maintenance and repair procedures. Electrical: Wiring diagrams, ignition system, lighting, charging system, starter, instrumentation. Chassis: Frame, suspension (front Telelever, rear Paralever), steering, wheels, and tires. Brakes: Front and rear brake systems, including ABS if equipped, hydraulic lines, pads, and discs. Fuel System: Fuel injection system (Motronic), fuel pump, injectors, throttle body. Exhaust System: Catalytic converter, mufflers, and pipework. Bodywork And Trim: Fairings, seat, fenders, fuel tank, and related components. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug service, valve clearance adjustments, drive shaft lubrication. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common and complex issues, fault finding trees. Component Overhaul: Detailed step-by-step instructions for rebuilding major components. Torque Specifications: Precise torque values for critical fasteners. Special Tools: Identification and usage of specialized tools required for specific tasks. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive from basic servicing to complete engine and gearbox rebuilds. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable for efficient information retrieval. Print Quality Printability: Designed for clear printing of text and diagrams. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Air-cooled, four-stroke, boxer-twin Displacement: 848 cc Bore X Stroke: 90.0 mm x 66.0 mm Compression Ratio: 9.7:1 Valve Train: OHV, 2 valves per cylinder Cooling System: Air Cooled Performance Horsepower At Rpm: 70 hp (51 kW) at 7,500 rpm (approx.) Torque At Rpm: 77 Nm (57 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm (approx.) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Bosch Motronic MA 2.4 Fuel Injection Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline, minimum 95 RON Oil System Oil Type: SAE 20W-50 or 15W-50 API SG/SH motorcycle specific oil. Oil Capacity: Approx. 2.5 liters (with filter change) Ignition System Ignition Type: Digital Electronic Ignition (CDI) Spark Plugs Spark Plug Type: NGK DPR8EA-9 or equivalent 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-speed manual Clutch: Single dry plate, cable operated Final Drive: Shaft drive Gear Ratios Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.46, 2nd: 2.46, 3rd: 1.80, 4th: 1.47, 5th: 1.24 Gearbox Oil Oil Type: SAE 75W-90 GL-5 gear oil. Oil Capacity: Approx. 0.85 liters 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 2,220 mm (approx.) Width: 920 mm (approx. at handlebars) Height: 1,375 mm (approx. to handlebars) Weights Dry Weight: 215 kg (approx.) Gross Vehicle Weight: 430 kg (approx.) Wheels And Tires Front Tire: 110/80 ZR 18 M/C 54W Rear Tire: 140/80 R 17 M/C 69H Wheel Bolt Pattern: N/A (Cast Wheels) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings ABS: Optional ABS (BMW Motorrad Integral ABS) Active Features Braking System: Dual 305mm discs with 4-piston calipers (front), Single 276mm disc with 2-piston caliper (rear). Passive Features Lighting: Halogen headlight, LED taillight, turn signals. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Dashboard: Analog speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, warning lights, odometer, trip meter. Driver Assistance ABS Option: Integral ABS system, which typically operates on both brakes simultaneously with a linked lever actuation and a separate pedal for rear brake input. Connectivity Diagnostic Port: BMW proprietary diagnostic connector for accessing engine management and ABS data. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 10,000 km or annually. Valve Clearance Interval: Every 20,000 km. Spark Plug Replacement: Every 20,000 km. Air Filter Replacement: Every 20,000 km or as needed based on conditions. Fluid Specifications Brake Fluid: DOT 4 Coolant: N/A (Air-cooled) Known Issues Common Wear Items: Clutch wear, driveshaft U-joint, rear shock absorber, regulator/rectifier. Electrical Gremlins: While generally robust, older BMWs can experience intermittent electrical issues, often related to connectors or aging wiring harnesses. The manual's wiring diagrams are crucial here. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Bmw Motorcycle Legacy: BMW has a long-standing tradition of producing robust, reliable, and technologically advanced motorcycles, particularly known for their boxer engines and shaft drive systems. Model Evolution R850R Placement: The R850R was introduced as a slightly less powerful and more accessible alternative to the R1100R, sharing many design elements and the boxer engine configuration. Production Production Era: The R850R was produced from the mid-1990s until the early 2000s, with the 1999 model being a significant iteration. 🏆 Awards & Recognition Recognitions...