BMW 2013 S 1000R User Manual

Using a screwdriver, push the
chain 1 in the middle between
the pinion and sprocket and
measure the difference A.
Chain sag
1.4...1.8 in (35...45 mm) (Mo-
torcycle unloaded on side
stand)
If the measured value is outside
the approved tolerance:
Adjust chain tension ( 131).
Adjusting chain tension
Make sure ground is level and
firm and park motorcycle.
Loosen nut 1 for quick-release
axle.
Loosen lock nuts 3 on left and
right.
Adjust chain tension with ad-
justing screws 2 on left and
right.
Checking chain tension
( 130).
Ensure that the figures 4 indi-
cating the adjustment settings
are identical on left and right.
Tighten locknuts 3 on left and
right to the specified torque.
Locknut of drive-chain
tensioning screw
14 lb/ft (19 Nm)
Tighten nut 1 for quick-release
axle to specified torque.
Rear-wheel quick-release
axle in swinging arm
Thread-locking compound:
mechanical
74 lb/ft (100 Nm)
Checking chain wear
Engage 1st gear.
Rotate rear wheel toward front
of vehicle until the chain is ten-
sioned.
Determine chain length below
the rear wheel swinging arm
with 10 rivets.
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z Maintenance

BMW 2013 S 1000R Specifications

General

Displacement	999 cc
Maximum Torque	112 Nm (83 lb-ft) at 9, 250 rpm
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke in-line four-cylinder engine
Maximum Power	118 kW (160 hp) at 11, 000 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Frame	Aluminum bridge frame, engine self-supporting
Front Suspension	Upside-down telescopic fork, 46 mm diameter
Rear Suspension	Aluminum 2-sided swing arm
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm disc, single-piston caliper
ABS	Standard
Curb Weight	207 kg (456 lbs)
Fuel Capacity	17.5 l (4.6 US gal)