🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: R1100 S Year: 2004 Product Type: Full Service Repair Manual 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Segment: Sport Touring Motorcycle Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Honda VFR800, Yamaha FJR1300, Kawasaki GTR1400 (contemporary sport-touring models) Key Features Bike Characteristics: Torquey boxer-twin engine, Telelever front suspension, Monolever rear suspension, ABS (optional), shaft drive Manual Value Proposition Target Audience: BMW R1100 R/S owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs, hobbyists, and independent workshops 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas General Coverage: Comprehensive repair, maintenance, rebuilding, refurbishing, and restoration procedures Page Count Estimated Pages: Extensive (specific count not provided, but described as 'very detailed') Manual Type Type: Service/Repair Manual Completeness: Full service and repair manual, not a condensed version or owner's manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital (likely PDF, implied by 'Full Service Repair Manual' for digital sales) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Detailed engine overhaul, troubleshooting, tuning, fuel injection, ignition, exhaust Transmission: Gearbox maintenance, repair, clutch service, final drive Chassis: Frame, suspension (front and rear), steering, swingarm Brakes: Brake system service, ABS (if applicable), fluid replacement, caliper and master cylinder repair Electrical: Wiring diagrams, ignition system, lighting, battery, starter, alternator, ECU diagnostics Bodywork: Fairings, body panels, seat, fuel tank, maintenance access Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, lubrication points Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, symptom-based troubleshooting guides Repair: Step-by-step repair instructions for all major mechanical and electrical components Rebuild: Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures, including component specifications Technical Depth Depth: In-depth, suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIY enthusiasts Diagnostics: Advanced diagnostic strategies, including potential use of diagnostic tools (if applicable for the era) 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely searchable text for easy keyword access Print Quality Image Quality: High-resolution diagrams and illustrations Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital format) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Air/Oil-Cooled, Four-Stroke, Boxer Twin Displacement: 1085 cc (1085 cubic centimeters) Bore X Stroke: 99 mm x 70.5 mm Compression Ratio: 10.7:1 (R1100S), 9.7:1 (R1100R) Performance Horsepower R1100R: 80 hp @ 6750 rpm (approx.) Torque R1100R: 97 Nm @ 5250 rpm (approx.) Horsepower R1100S: 90 hp @ 7250 rpm (approx.) Torque R1100S: 98 Nm @ 5250 rpm (approx.) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Bosch Motronic Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Fuel Type: Unleaded Petrol (Gasoline), min. 95 RON Engine Internals Valve Actuation: DOHC (Double Overhead Camshafts), 4 valves per cylinder Cooling Cooling Method: Air cooling with oil cooling circuits 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-Speed Manual (Constant Mesh) Features Drive System: Shaft Drive via BMW Monolever rear swingarm Clutch Type: Single Dry Plate Clutch Fluid Specs Gearbox Oil Type: SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil (API GL-5) Final Drive Oil Type: SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil (API GL-5) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length R1100R: 2,170 mm (approx.) Length R1100S: 2,170 mm (approx.) Width R1100R: 800 mm (approx.) Width R1100S: 890 mm (approx.) Height R1100R: 1,250 mm (approx.) Height R1100S: 1,200 mm (approx.) Weights Dry Weight R1100R: 235 kg (approx.) Dry Weight R1100S: 230 kg (approx.) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 440 kg (approx.) Wheels Tires Front Wheel Size: 17 inch Rear Wheel Size: 17 inch Front Tire Size: 120/70 ZR 17 Rear Tire Size: 170/60 ZR 17 (R1100S), 180/55 ZR 17 (R1100R) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Ratings: Motorcycles typically do not receive formal crash test ratings like cars; safety features are component-based. Active Features ABS Availability: Optional BMW Motorrad ABS II Braking System: Dual 305 mm disc brakes with 4-piston calipers (front), Single 276 mm disc brake with 2-piston caliper (rear) Passive Features Lighting: Halogen Headlight, LED Tail Light Frame Construction: Steel Trellis Frame 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Instrument Cluster: Analog speedometer and tachometer, digital odometer, trip computer, gear indicator (on some models). Driver Assistance ABS: Optional BMW Motorrad ABS II system, integrated braking function on some models. Connectivity Diagnostic Interface: Proprietary BMW diagnostic connector (requires specific tools or adapters for advanced diagnostics, covered in the manual). 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 10,000 km or annually, whichever comes first (typical for BMW boxer engines of this era). Valve Adjustment Interval: Every 20,000 km (typical, manual will provide precise interval). Spark Plug Replacement: Every 20,000 km (typical). Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Capacity: 4.0 Liters (approx.) with filter change Engine Oil Type: SAE 20W-50 or 15W-40 (API SG or higher, consult manual for exact BMW specifications, often BMW Advanced Synthetic SAE 5W-40) Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Known Issues Common Wear Items: Clutch wear, alternator brush wear, rear shock absorber (depending on model and maintenance), fuel pump relay failures. Potential Faults: HES (Hall Effect Sensor) failure can cause intermittent running issues, ABS sensor issues if equipped. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Manufacturer: Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW) Motorcycle Division History: Long-standing history...
Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, symptom-based troubleshooting guides
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all major mechanical and electrical components
Rebuild:
Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures, including component specifications
Technical Depth
Depth:
In-depth, suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIY enthusiasts
Diagnostics:
Advanced diagnostic strategies, including potential use of diagnostic tools (if applicable for the era)
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely searchable text for easy keyword access
Print Quality
Image Quality:
High-resolution diagrams and illustrations
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital format)
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
N/A (Digital format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Air/Oil-Cooled, Four-Stroke, Boxer Twin
Displacement:
1085 cc (1085 cubic centimeters)
Bore X Stroke:
99 mm x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.7:1 (R1100S), 9.7:1 (R1100R)
Performance
Horsepower R1100R:
80 hp @ 6750 rpm (approx.)
Torque R1100R:
97 Nm @ 5250 rpm (approx.)
Horsepower R1100S:
90 hp @ 7250 rpm (approx.)
Torque R1100S:
98 Nm @ 5250 rpm (approx.)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Bosch Motronic Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Petrol (Gasoline), min. 95 RON
Engine Internals
Valve Actuation:
DOHC (Double Overhead Camshafts), 4 valves per cylinder
Cooling
Cooling Method:
Air cooling with oil cooling circuits
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-Speed Manual (Constant Mesh)
Features
Drive System:
Shaft Drive via BMW Monolever rear swingarm
Clutch
Type:
Single Dry Plate Clutch
Fluid Specs
Gearbox Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil (API GL-5)
Final Drive Oil Type:
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil (API GL-5)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length R1100R:
2,170 mm (approx.)
Length R1100S:
2,170 mm (approx.)
Width R1100R:
800 mm (approx.)
Width R1100S:
890 mm (approx.)
Height R1100R:
1,250 mm (approx.)
Height R1100S:
1,200 mm (approx.)
Weights
Dry Weight R1100R:
235 kg (approx.)
Dry Weight R1100S:
230 kg (approx.)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
440 kg (approx.)
Wheels Tires
Front Wheel Size:
17 inch
Rear Wheel Size:
17 inch
Front Tire Size:
120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tire Size:
170/60 ZR 17 (R1100S), 180/55 ZR 17 (R1100R)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Ratings:
Motorcycles typically do not receive formal crash test ratings like cars; safety features are component-based.
Active Features
ABS Availability:
Optional BMW Motorrad ABS II
Braking System:
Dual 305 mm disc brakes with 4-piston calipers (front), Single 276 mm disc brake with 2-piston caliper (rear)
Passive Features
Lighting:
Halogen Headlight, LED Tail Light
Frame Construction:
Steel Trellis Frame
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Instrument Cluster:
Analog speedometer and tachometer, digital odometer, trip computer, gear indicator (on some models).
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Optional BMW Motorrad ABS II system, integrated braking function on some models.
Connectivity
Diagnostic Interface:
Proprietary BMW diagnostic connector (requires specific tools or adapters for advanced diagnostics, covered in the manual).
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000 km or annually, whichever comes first (typical for BMW boxer engines of this era).
Valve Adjustment Interval:
Every 20,000 km (typical, manual will provide precise interval).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 20,000 km (typical).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.0 Liters (approx.) with filter change
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 20W-50 or 15W-40 (API SG or higher, consult manual for exact BMW specifications, often BMW Advanced Synthetic SAE 5W-40)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, alternator brush wear, rear shock absorber (depending on model and maintenance), fuel pump relay failures.
Potential Faults:
HES (Hall Effect Sensor) failure can cause intermittent running issues, ABS sensor issues if equipped.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer:
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW)
Motorcycle Division History:
Long-standing history in motorcycle production dating back to the 1920s, known for boxer engines and shaft drive.
Model Evolution
R1100 Series Introduction:
The R1100 series introduced the four-valve boxer engine, replacing the older two-valve designs, offering improved performance and efficiency. R1100 R debuted in 1994, R1100S in 1998.
Production
Production Years R1100R:
1994-2001
Production Years R1100S:
1998-2006 (2004 model falls within this range)
Manufacturing Location:
Berlin, Germany (BMW Motorrad Plant)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Manufacturer Reputation:
BMW is consistently recognized for engineering quality, durability, and performance in its motorcycles.