Regular check points for your BMW motorcycle
I don't remember who sent me this list, but I liked the idea and have
modified it somewhat. Please identify yourself and I will add your name here. I
will give you credit and take the blame for messing it up. Duane Ausherman
This list is only a general list and may differ according to your year and
model. Add in any missing items. Please make suggestions too.
Keep a log book of all work performed and items
needing attention.
WEEKLY
TIRE PRESSURE (33-35 PSI FRONT AND REAR)
MONTHLY
TIRE TREAD DEPTH (FRONT, at least 1/2 original tread depth, REAR, at least 1
mm)
CHECK FOR LEAKS AT ALL OIL CONTAINING AREAS
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
CHECK SHOCKS FOR PROPER TRAVEL
CHECK FORKS FOR SMOOTH OPERATION (telescopic)
CHECK ALL LIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS and HORN
EVERY 3000-4000 MILES
CHANGE OIL AND FILTER on the /5 and later. No filter on the /2, change
oil more often.
CLEAN ENGINE AND SUMP FINS, AS NEEDED
LUBE CENTER AND SIDE STAND PIVOT POINTS
LUBE SWING ARM PIVOT
SERVICE BATTERY
SERVICE GEAR BOX
CHECK FINAL DRIVE LEVEL
CLEAN AIR FILTER
CHECK THE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE
CHECK SPARK PLUGS GAP
CHECK POINTS GAP AND
TIMING AND LUBE CAM
INSPECT CARBURETORS AND FUEL LINE
INSPECT BRAKES
CHECK FOR PARTS THAT WANT TO FALL OFF
6000-8000 MILES
PERFORM 3000-4000 MILE CHECK AGAIN
CHANGE GEARBOX OIL
CLEAN FUEL PETCOCK FILTERS (INSIDE THE FUEL
TANK)
LUBE WHEEL BEARINGS, or at every tire
change
EVERY SIX MONTHS
CHECK/LUBE CONTROLS AND CABLES
YEARLY
CHANGE DRIVE SHAFT OIL
CHANGE FINAL DRIVE OIL
CHECK STEERING HEAD BEARINGS AND ADJUST
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