Service and parts
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BMW R 18 Transcontinental
Service intervals, oil, spark plugs and filters from BMW's manual, for every version of the model.
2021– · type 0L41 · K35
- Engine oil
- 4.0 l · SAE 15W-50, API SJ, JASO MA2
- Spark plugs
- NGK MAR8AI-10DS × 2
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF164
- Final drive oil
- SAE 70W-80
- Battery
- AGM · 26 Ah
- Tyres
- 120/70 R19 / 180/65 B16
| 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 |
| Air filter | every 10 000 km |
| Valve clearance check | every 10 000 km |
| Spark plugs | every 20 000 km |
| Final drive oil | every 20 000 km or 24 months |
| Transmission oilFirst after 12 months, then every 24 months. | every 40 000 km or 24 months |
| 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 18 Transcontinental take?
4.0 l of SAE 15W-50, API SJ, JASO MA2 with an oil filter change, from BMW's manual.
How often is the oil changed on the BMW R 18 Transcontinental?
Every 10 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Which spark plugs fit the BMW R 18 Transcontinental?
NGK MAR8AI-10DS, 2 of them.
Which oil filter fits the BMW R 18 Transcontinental?
Hiflofiltro HF164.
Which battery does the BMW R 18 Transcontinental use?
AGM, 26 Ah.
What tyre sizes does the BMW R 18 Transcontinental use?
Front 120/70 R19, rear 180/65 B16.