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Important information
Regular maintenance is a must for a reliable and good motorcycle. Under normal driving conditions you can do the service a few hundred km sooner or later.
Subsequent you will find technical data as well as maintenance and service information.
We make no claim to completeness or accuracy of all data, these are only for your information.

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Technical data

Model BMW R1300RS
Volume (ccm) 1300
Cylinders 2
Power (HP) 145
Power (KW) 107
Weight (kg) 245
Seat height (mm) 790
Idle speed (R/Min) -
Injection Injection
Tyre pressure front (bar) -
Tyre pressure rear (bar) -
Spark plug 1 -
Spark Plug 1 -
Standpipe -
Drive Cardan
Fork oil per rod -
Engine Oil Without Filter SAE 5W-40 API SL
Engine Oil With Filter -
Gearbox Oil -
Break Fluid DOT 4
Final Drive Oil -
Fuel tank volume 17 L
Coolant water+

6.000 miles (10.000 km) service (30.000 km / 50.000 km):

Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system
Oil change, engine, with filter (annually, or every 10,000km)
Oil change, rear wheel drive (every 2 years or every 20,000km)
Visual inspection of the hydraulic clutch system
Visual inspection of the brake pipes, brake hoses and connections
Visual inspection and lubrication of the cardan shaft (every 30,000 km)
Checking front brake pads and brake discs for wear
Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes
Checking rear brake discs and brake pads for wear
Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes
Change front and rear brake fluid (first time after 1 year, then every 2 years)
Checking coolant level
Checking tire pressures and tread depth
Checking ease of movement of side stand
Checking ease of movement of main stand
Check lighting and signaling system
Function test of engine start suppression
Final inspection and check of roadworthiness
Setting service-due date and service countdown distance
Checking battery charge state
Confirming BMW Service in on-board documentation

12.000 miles (20.000km) service (40.000 km / 60.000 km):

Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system
Oil change, engine, with filter (annually, or every 10,000km)
Checking valve clearance (every 20.000 km)
Replace all spark plugs (every 20.000 km)
Replace air filter cartridge (every 20,000 km)
Oil change, rear wheel drive (every 2 years or every 20,000km)
Replace cardan shaft (every 80,000 km)
Visual inspection of the hydraulic clutch system
Visual inspection of the brake pipes, brake hoses and connections
Checking front brake pads and brake discs for wear
Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes
Checking rear brake discs and brake pads for wear
Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes
Change front and rear brake fluid (first time after 1 year, then every 2 years)
Checking coolant level
Checking tire pressures and tread depth
Checking spoke tension, adjusting if necessary
Checking ease of movement of side stand
Checking ease of movement of main stand
Check lighting and signaling system
Function test of engine start suppression
Final inspection and check of roadworthiness
Setting service-due date and service countdown distance
Checking battery charge state
Confirming BMW Service in on-board documentation

Maintenance Intervals & Service for the BMW R1300RS

 

On this page you will find a compact summary of all important information about the maintenance schedule, recommended service intervals and customer service for your BMW R1300RS. Regular inspections ensure performance, safety and value retention. Hornig supports you with expert advice, appointment planning and documented execution of all service work.

 

Recommended service intervals (brief overview)

  • - Standard service / inspection: usually every 10,000 km or once a year (whichever comes first).
  • - Major service / valve clearance & larger checks: typically every 20,000 km (check valve clearance, spark plugs, air filter, etc.).
  • - Oil change: usually annually or every 10,000 km – engine oil and oil filter are checked and replaced at the standard intervals.
  • - Break-in / initial check: brief visual and functional check after the break-in period (manufacturer-dependent; e.g. within the first months / approx. first 1,000 kilometres).

 

What is typically checked during an inspection?

  • - Change engine oil & oil filter, check oil level.
  • - Check brake system (brake pads, brake discs, brake fluid, functional test).
  • - Check tire tread depth and tire pressure; inspect condition of wheels/valves.
  • - Check coolant level, lighting, signaling systems and electrical components.
  • - Visual inspection for leaks, fastenings and fittings; check driveshaft/drive condition.
  • - During major inspections: check/adjust valve clearance, replace air filter, renew spark plugs.
  • - Electronic system checks and fault memory reading as required.

 

Why is regular customer service important?

Regular maintenance reduces the risk of breakdowns, preserves riding performance and increases the resale value of your motorcycle — especially when all work has been carried out professionally and documented (service booklet / maintenance records). In the long term, correct intervals also lower maintenance costs through planned care instead of expensive repairs.

 

Practical tips for R1300RS owners

  • - Keep the service booklet — every documented inspection increases resale value and simplifies warranty matters.
  • - For intensive use (frequent short trips, heavy luggage, regular passenger use) consider shorter intervals.
  • - Check tire pressure (differs when loaded/solo) regularly and perform visual checks before long tours.
  • - Break in new tires and new brake pads carefully — ride the first kilometres with care to ensure grip and even wear.
  • - For safety-related work use a qualified workshop or a BMW partner; Hornig coordinates appointments and handles professional execution and documentation.

 

Our service offering (Hornig)

At Hornig we perform, among other things, the following services for your BMW R1300RS: oil & filter changes, standard inspections, major maintenance (valve clearance, spark plugs, air filter), brake fluid changes, driveshaft/drive checks, as well as diagnostics & fault memory reading. Naturally, we document all work in the service booklet and advise you on optimal intervals for your usage profile.

 

FAQ (brief)

Do I lose the warranty if I didn't go to the BMW dealer?

What matters is professional execution and complete documentation of maintenance. Qualified workshops and the use of appropriate parts help secure warranty claims. If in doubt: follow the manufacturer's instructions in the owner's manual.

How often should the valve clearance be checked?

Valve clearance is usually checked as part of the major service — for the R1300RS typically every 20,000 km. Always check the maintenance schedule for your model year.

When is the next service due?

Check the service booklet and the display in the onboard computer; as a rule of thumb standard inspections are due every 10,000 km or 12 months (whichever comes first).

 

Note: This information is intended as guidance and is based on manufacturer specifications and common service recommendations. For binding intervals and the exact scope of your inspection, please read the owner's manual of your BMW R1300RS or contact your BMW partner or our service team at Hornig.