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BMW R 1200 GS
Service intervals, oil, spark plugs and filters from BMW's manual, for every version of the model.
2016– · type 0A51 · K50 11
- Engine oil
- 4.0 l · SAE 5W-40, API SL, JASO MA2
- Spark plugs
- NGK LMAR8D-JE × 2
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF160
- Air filter
- Hiflofiltro HFA7915, K&N BM-1113
- Battery
- AGM · 12 Ah
- Tyres
- 120/70 R19 / 170/60 R17
| Operation | When |
|---|---|
| Running-in serviceBetween 500 and 1,200 km, with the first oil change. | once at 1 000 km |
| Annual check to BMW's schedule | every 12 months |
| Oil and oil filter change | every 10 000 km or 12 months |
| Final drive oil | every 20 000 km or 24 months |
| Valve clearance check | every 20 000 km |
| Spark plugs | every 20 000 km |
| Air filter | every 20 000 km |
| Air filter check (off-road)When riding off-road. | every 10 000 km or 12 months |
| Brake fluidFirst after 12 months, then every 24 months. | every 24 months |
Tyres approved by BMW
| Brand | Front | Rear | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental | TKC 80 Twinduro120/70-19 60Q | TKC 80 Twinduro170/60 B17 72Q | 4 |
| Metzeler | Tourance Next Front B120/70 R19 60V | Tourance Next B170/60 R17 72V | |
| Metzeler | Karoo 3 Front120/70 R19 60T | Karoo 3170/60 R17 72T | 32 |
| Michelin | Anakee 3 Front120/70 R19 60V | Anakee 3 Rear170/60 R17 72V | |
| Michelin | Pilot Road 4 Trail120/70 R19 60V | Pilot Road 4 Trail170/60 R17 72V |
- 4 The maximum permissible top speed of 160 km/h must be stated where it is clearly noticeable in the rider's field of vision (e.g. sticker).
- 32 The maximum permissible top speed of 190 km/h must be stated where it is clearly noticeable in the rider's field of vision (e.g. sticker).
From BMW's tyre approval lists: R models (2019), K 6-cylinder models (2021).
All years · type 0307 · K25
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF164
- Tyres
- 110/80 R19 / 150/70 R17, 150/70-17
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Tyres approved by BMW
| Brand | Front | Rear | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone | Battlax BT 020 F110/80 ZR19 59W | Battlax BT 020 R / UU150/70 ZR17 69W | 18 |
| Bridgestone | Battle Wing BW 501110/80 R19 59V | Battle Wing BW 502150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Continental | TKC 80 Twinduro110/80 B19 59Q | TKC 80 Twinduro150/70 B17 69Q | 4, 18 |
| Continental | Trail Attack110/80 R19 59V | Trail Attack150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Continental | Trail Attack Z110/80 R19 59V | Trail Attack150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Metzeler | MCE Karoo 2 (T) Front110/80 R19 59Q | MCE Karoo (T)150/70-17 69Q | 4, 18 |
| Metzeler | MCE Karoo 2 Front110/80 R19 59R | MCE Karoo150/70 R17 69R | 15, 18 |
| Metzeler | Tourance EXP Front110/80 R19 59V | Tourance EXP150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Metzeler | Tourance Front110/80 R19 59V | Tourance150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Pirelli | Scorpion Trail Front110/80 R19 59V | Scorpion Trail150/70 R17 69V |
- 4 The maximum permissible top speed of 160 km/h must be stated where it is clearly noticeable in the rider's field of vision (e.g. sticker).
- 15 The maximum permissible top speed of 170 km/h must be stated where it is clearly noticeable in the rider's field of vision (e.g. sticker).
- 18 Clearance certificate must be obtained from the tyre manufacturer.
From BMW's tyre approval lists: R models (2019), K 6-cylinder models (2021).
All years · type 0303 · K25 11
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF164
- Tyres
- 110/80 R19 / 150/70 R17
The plan for this model is on its way. Write to us and we'll tell you what it needs.
Tyres approved by BMW
| Brand | Front | Rear | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone | Battle Wing BW 501110/80 R19 59V | Battle Wing BW 502150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Continental | TKC 80 Twinduro110/80 B19 59Q | TKC 80 Twinduro150/70 B17 69Q | 4 |
| Continental | Trail Attack110/80 R19 59V | Trail Attack150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Metzeler | MCE Karoo 2 (T) Front110/80 R19 59Q | MCE Karoo (T)150/70 R17 69Q | 4, 18 |
| Metzeler | Tourance EXP Front110/80 R19 59V | Tourance EXP150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Metzeler | Tourance Front110/80 R19 59V | Tourance150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Michelin | Anakee 2110/80 R19 59V | Anakee 2150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Pirelli | Scorpion Trail Front110/80 R19 59V | Scorpion Trail150/70 R17 69V |
- 4 The maximum permissible top speed of 160 km/h must be stated where it is clearly noticeable in the rider's field of vision (e.g. sticker).
- 18 Clearance certificate must be obtained from the tyre manufacturer.
From BMW's tyre approval lists: R models (2019), K 6-cylinder models (2021).
All years · type 0450 · K25 31
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF164
- Tyres
- 110/80 R19, 110/80-19 / 150/70 R17, 150/70-17
The plan for this model is on its way. Write to us and we'll tell you what it needs.
Tyres approved by BMW
| Brand | Front | Rear | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone | Battle Wing BW 501110/80 R19 59V | Battle Wing BW 502150/70 R17 69V | |
| Continental | TKC 80 Twinduro110/80 B19 59Q | TKC 80 Twinduro150/70 B17 69Q | 4 |
| Continental | Conti Trail Attack Z110/80 R19 59V | Conti Trail Attack150/70 R17 69V | |
| Metzeler | MCE Karoo 2 (T) Front110/80-19 59Q | MCE Karoo (T)150/70-17 69Q | 4 |
| Metzeler | Tourance EXP Front110/80 R19 59V | Tourance EXP150/70 R17 69V | |
| Michelin | Anakee 2110/80 R19 59V | Anakee 2150/70 R17 69V | 18 |
| Pirelli | Scorpion Trail Front110/80 R19 59V | Scorpion Trail150/70 R17 69V |
- 4 The maximum permissible top speed of 160 km/h must be stated where it is clearly noticeable in the rider's field of vision (e.g. sticker).
- 18 Clearance certificate must be obtained from the tyre manufacturer.
From BMW's tyre approval lists: R models (2019), K 6-cylinder models (2021).
All years · type 0A01 · K50
- Engine oil
- 4.0 l · SAE 5W-40, API SL, JASO MA2
- Spark plugs
- NGK LMAR8D-JE × 2
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF160
- Air filter
- Hiflofiltro HFA7915
- Battery
- AGM · 12 Ah
- Tyres
- 120/70 R19 / 170/60 R17
| Operation | When |
|---|---|
| Running-in serviceBetween 500 and 1,200 km, with the first oil change. | once at 1 000 km |
| Annual check to BMW's schedule | every 12 months |
| Oil and oil filter change | every 10 000 km or 12 months |
| Final drive oil | every 20 000 km or 24 months |
| Valve clearance check | every 20 000 km |
| Spark plugs | every 20 000 km |
| Air filter | every 20 000 km |
| Air filter check (off-road)When riding off-road. | every 10 000 km or 12 months |
| Brake fluidFirst after 12 months, then every 24 months. | every 24 months |
Tyres approved by BMW
| Brand | Front | Rear | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental | TKC 80 Twinduro120/70-19 60Q | TKC 80 Twinduro170/60 B17 72Q | 4 |
| Michelin | Anakee 3 Front120/70 R19 60V | Anakee 3 Rear170/60 R17 72V |
- 4 The maximum permissible top speed of 160 km/h must be stated where it is clearly noticeable in the rider's field of vision (e.g. sticker).
From BMW's tyre approval lists: R models (2019), K 6-cylinder models (2021).
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Questions and answers
How much oil does the BMW R 1200 GS take?
4.0 l of SAE 5W-40, API SL, JASO MA2 with an oil filter change, from BMW's manual.
How often is the oil changed on the BMW R 1200 GS?
Every 10 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Which spark plugs fit the BMW R 1200 GS?
NGK LMAR8D-JE, 2 of them.
Which oil filter fits the BMW R 1200 GS?
Hiflofiltro HF160.
Which air filter fits the BMW R 1200 GS?
Hiflofiltro HFA7915, K&N BM-1113.
Which battery does the BMW R 1200 GS use?
AGM, 12 Ah.
Which tyres has BMW approved for the R 1200 GS?
From BMW's list: Continental TKC 80 Twinduro, Metzeler Tourance Next Front B / Tourance Next B, Metzeler Karoo 3 Front / Karoo 3, Michelin Anakee 3 Front / Anakee 3 Rear, Michelin Pilot Road 4 Trail.
What tyre sizes does the BMW R 1200 GS use?
Front 120/70 R19, rear 170/60 R17.