BMW R 1200 CL (2002–2005) — Specs
Identity
Manufacturer: BMW
Model: R 1200 CL
Category: Motorcycle
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 2002 → 2005
Engine
Displacement (cc): 1170
Cylinders: 2
Power (hp): 61
Power (kW): 45
Torque (Nm): 120
Dimensions
Overall length: 2240 mm
Overall width: 870 mm
Overall height: 1280 mm
Wheelbase: 1510 mm
Ground clearance: 150 mm
Weight (kg): 308
Seat height (mm): 745
Tank (L): 17.5
Tires
Front tire: 100/90-18
Rear tire: 170/80-15
Front pressure (bar): 2.2
Rear pressure (bar): 2.5
Drivetrain
Final drive: Shaft drive
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK BKR7EKC
Fluids & Filters
Engine oil: SAE20W-50
Engine oil (with filter, L): 3.75
Engine oil (without filter, L): 3.5
Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF163
Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA7917
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Fuel consumption
Estimated range: ~291 km on a full tank (17.5 L)
Service
Battery: HVT-04
Service interval (km): 10000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 24000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.15 mm, exhaust cold 0.30 mm. Engine oil: oil grade SAE20W-50, 3.75 L with filter change, 3.5 L without filter change. Spark plug: NGK BKR7EKC (-03). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Drive: shaft drive. Tire pressure: front 2.2 bar, rear 2.5 bar (cold). Tire size: front 100/90-18, rear 170/80-15. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
Spec: SAE20W-50, 3.75 L (with filter), 3.5 L (without filter)
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 20W-50)
- Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
- Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HF163
- Premium Hiflofiltro HF163
- Premium K&N KN-163
Air filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA7917
- Standard Hiflofiltro HFA7917
Spark plug
Spec: NGK BKR7EKC (-03)
- OEM NGK BKR7EKC
- Premium BKR7EKC+DCPR8EKC
- Standard NGK BKR7EKC
Front brake pads
Spec: OEM front pad (EBC equivalent: FA630HH)
- Premium EBC FA630HH
- Standard EBC FA630 (organic)
Rear brake pads
Spec: OEM rear pad (EBC equivalent: FA213HH)
- Premium EBC FA213HH
- Standard EBC FA213 (organic)
Front tire
Spec: 100/90-18, 2.2 bar
- OEM OEM 100/90-18
Rear tire
Spec: 170/80-15, 2.5 bar
- OEM OEM 170/80-15
Battery
Spec: OEM battery: Yuasa HVT-04
- Premium Yuasa YTZ14S or YTX14-BS (typical 1000-1300cc)
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 4
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
Coolant
Service interval
Spec: 10 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 24 000 km
- OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.15 mm
- OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.30 mm
Suspension
Spec: 41 mm TELELEVER / 470 ml SAE 10W
- OEM Fork: 41 mm TELELEVER
- OEM Fork oil grade: 470 ml SAE 10W
Drive chain
