2004 BMW R1150RTOil: 3.50 L
BMW R1150RT
2004 · EU Market
Reference data for routine maintenance procedures. Always verify against your service manual.
The 2004 BMW R1150RT is a sport-touring motorcycle powered by a 1130cc air/oil-cooled boxer twin. It is known for its comfort, integrated luggage, and shaft drive, making it ideal for long-distance touring and reliable performance.
| Rear wheel studs – preload | 50 Nm |
| Rear wheel studs – final | 105 Nm |
| Rear brake caliper bolts | 25 Nm |
| Front wheel axle bolt | 30 Nm |
| Front wheel axle pinch bolt | 20 Nm |
| Front brake caliper mounting bolts | 25/30 (Torx/Allen) Nm |
| Front size | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear size | 170/60 ZR17 |
| Tyre pressure (one-up, cold) | Front 2.20 bar · Rear 2.50 bar |
| Tyre pressure (two-up, cold) | Front 2.50 bar · Rear 2.90 bar |
| Grade (per ambient temp) | SAE 20W-50 / 15W-50 / 10W-40 (API SF/SG/SH) – see viscosity chart |
| Capacity (without filter) | 3.50 L |
| Capacity (with filter) | 3.75 L |
| Gear oil spec | GL-5 hypoid |
| Gearbox capacity | 0.8 L (to bottom edge of filler neck) |
| Rear wheel drive (final drive) capacity | 0.25 L (to bottom edge of filler plug) |
| Valve clearance (cold, ≤35 °C) | Intake 0.15 mm · Exhaust 0.30 mm |
| Spark plugs (primary/upper) | NGK BKR7EKC · gap 0.8 mm |
| Spark plugs (secondary/lower) | NGK DCPR8EKC · gap 0.8 mm |
| Tank capacity (usable) | 25.2 L (≈4 L reserve) |
| Fuel type | Unleaded 95 RON (min.) |
| BMW Service | Every 10 000 km, then every additional 20 000 km (30k, 50k, …) |
| BMW Inspection | Every 20 000 km (20k, 40k, …) |
| Time-based items | At least annually (e.g., brake fluid) |
Disclaimer
- • Data source: BMW Rider’s & Maintenance Instructions; R1150 series workshop data
- • Specifications may vary by VIN, market variant, and model year.
- • Always consult your owner's manual and service documentation.
- • Use this information at your own risk.