BMW K1200LT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Miles
Kilometers
600
1000
6000
10,000
12,000
20,000
Annual
Service
Every
2 years
24,000
40,000
  • Read out the fault memory with the BMW MoDITeC unit
  • Change engine oil while at operating temperature
    If the motorcycle is ridden only for short distances or at outside temperatures below 0 deg (32 F) this work must be done every 3 months or at least every 3,000 km (1,800 miles)
  • Final inspection with road safety and functional check:
  • Condition of tires and wheels, tire pressure.
  • Clutch, gearshift mechanism, hand and foot brake, ABS, steering system.
  • Lighting and signaling equipment, telltale lights, instruments, horn.
  • Reversing aid, radio with remote control, optional equipment fitted.
  • Trail run if necessary
X X X X    
  • Check throttle cable play, adjust if necessary.
  • Check and top up, where necessary: coolant level and concentration.
  • Check swinging arm bearings (free of play), adjust if necessary.
X   X X    
  • Examine brake pads and discus for wear, replace if necessary.
  • Check steering damper.
  X X      
  • Change clutch fluid. (every 24,000mi\ 40,000km or at least 2 yrs)
  • Clean the inductive sensor on the rear wheel (every 24,000mi\ 40,000km or at least 2 yrs)
        X X
  • Change oil in gear box while at operating temperature
    X   X  
  • Change oil in rear wheel drive while at operating temperature (at least every 2 years)
X   X   X  
  • Check the front & rear brake fluid level
X X X      
  • Check operation of brake system and freedom from leaks, repair/replace items if necessary
    X      
  • Replace the brake fluid at least once a year
      X    
  • Check clutch operating fluid level
X X X      
  • Replace fuel filter (24,000, if fuel is poor quality, every 12,000 miles).
          X
  • Check battery acid level, if necessary add distilled water.
  • Clean & grease battery terminals, if necessary.
    X X    
  • Replace intake air cleaner element.
    If severe dirt and dust are encountered, replace the intake air cleaner 6,000 miles or more frequently
    X      
  • Check function of side stand contact switch.
X X X      
  • Grease side stand bearing
  • Check that the center stand moves freely, and grease if necessary
  X X X    
  • Check tightness of rear wheel studs
X          
  • Check rear wheel bearing play by rocking wheel
    X      
  • Check valve clearances, adjust if necessary
    X      
  • Replace chain tensioning rail lining and chain guide rail every 36,000 miles
Every 36,000 miles\ 60,000 km
  • Replace spark plugs
    X      
  • Replace the coolant at least every two years
        X  

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