Service and parts
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BMW R 1300 RS
Service intervals, oil, spark plugs and filters from BMW's manual, for every version of the model.
2025– · type 0M61 · KA5
- Engine oil
- 5.0 l · SAE 5W-40, API SL, JASO MA2
- Spark plugs
- NGK LMAR8AI-10 × 2
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF162
- Final drive oil
- SAE 70W-80
- Battery
- AGM · 14 Ah
- Tyres
- 120/70 R17 / 190/55 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 10 000 km or 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 |
| Drive shaft: inspect and greaseCounting the kilometres covered with this part. | every 30 000 km |
| Drive shaft replacementCounting the kilometres covered with this part. | every 80 000 km |
| Brake fluidFirst after 12 months, then every 24 months. | every 24 months |
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Questions and answers
How much oil does the BMW R 1300 RS take?
5.0 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 1300 RS?
Every 10 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Which spark plugs fit the BMW R 1300 RS?
NGK LMAR8AI-10, 2 of them.
Which oil filter fits the BMW R 1300 RS?
Hiflofiltro HF162.
Which battery does the BMW R 1300 RS use?
AGM, 14 Ah.
What tyre sizes does the BMW R 1300 RS use?
Front 120/70 R17, rear 190/55 R17.