The following guide is for the R1300GS LC built from 05/2023 -
Model information
5W40 fully synthetic, API SL, JASO MA2
Capacity: 5.0 litres with filter change
70W80 GL5 Synthetic
Capacity: TBC
50% distilled water / 50% corrosion inhibited ethylene glycol anti-freeze
Capacity: TBC
- DOT 4
- Hyspin V10 blue (Important: do not mix with pink Hydraulikol LS!)
TBC
12V 10AH AGM, or Lithium ION
- Front: 120/70/19
- Rear: 170/60/17
- LEDs
Maintenance schedule
- Change the engine oil and fit a new oil filter
- Check and adjust the valve clearances
- Check the operation of the clutch system
- Check the operation of the brake system
- Check throttle cable operation and freeplay
- Check spoke tension - wire spoked wheels
- Check and lubricate the stand pivots
- Check the side stand and starter circuit
- Check throttle synchronisation
- Check battery condition
- Fit a new air filter
- Bleed / test the ABS (only carried out by a BMW dealer)
- Fit new spark plugs
- Fit a new alternator belt
- Change oil in final drive / gearbox
- Change the brake fluid
- Check the tightness of all nuts and bolts
- Check the condition of wheels, wheel bearings and tyres
- Check front and rear suspension units
The information provided is for guidance only. While every effort is made to provide the correct information, errors may occur.
We do not take responsibility if a mistake is made following incorrect information provided on this guide.
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