BMW R 1200 C User Manual

11.56
Adjusting valve clearances
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Set piston to TDC on the ignition stroke.
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Measure valve clearance with feeler gauge.
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Correct valve clearance with adjusting screw and
lock into position.
Valve clearances with engine cold
(max. 35 °C/95 °F):
Inlet........................................... 0.15 mm (0.006 in)
Exhaust..................................... 0.30 mm (0.012 in)
X Tightening torque:
Locknut.......................................................... 8 Nm
•
Check valve clearance again; it must be possible
to insert the feeler gauge between valve stem
and rocker with only slight resistance to move-
ment.
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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