BMW R 1200 C User Manual

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Removing and installing rear frame
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Attach stand to motorcycle with extension bush-
ings, BMW No. 00 1 520/529.
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Remove seat.
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Remove side trim.
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Remove fuel tank.
e Caution:
Switch off ignition.
Disconnect earth (ground) lead from battery.
Insulate earth (ground) lead.
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Remove rear wheel.
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Detach rear brake caliper.
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Detach ABS sensor.
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Detach speedometer signal transmitter.
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Detach brake line cover on swinging arm.
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Tie the swinging arm up to the frame with a strap.
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Remove suspension strut.
L Note:
Press to the rear at the top.
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Pull the swinging arm up with the strap.
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Remove silencer (muffler).
L Note:
Alternately strike the silencer (muffler) rearwards
with the palm of the hand or pull it.
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Disconnect the oxygen sensor plug.
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Remove rear wheel drive unit.
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BMW R 1200 C Specifications

General

Displacement	1170 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Seat Height	740 mm
Engine Type	Air-cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke boxer engine, one camshaft, four valves per cylinder
Power	61 hp @ 5, 000 rpm
Torque	98 Nm @ 3, 000 rpm
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Brakes	Single disc, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston caliper
Fuel Capacity	17 liters
Wheelbase	1650 mm