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2025 BMW R 1300 GS / Adventure Oil Capacities, Coolant & Fluid Specifications

Verified fluid capacities for 2025 BMW R 1300 GS / Adventure: engine oil 4.0 L (4.2 US qt), viscosity 5W-40, coolant 1.80 L (1.90 US qt), brake fluid, and fork oil levels.

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Engine

1300cc

Cooling

Not Available

Final Drive

Shaft

Engine Oil

4.0 L (4.2 US qt)

Spark Plug

NGK LMAR8J-9E

Front Tire

120/70R19

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Gen 2024–2026

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2024 through 2026.

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3 Production Years (2024–2026)

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Suggested Items4 Verified Workshop Consumables Available for this Job

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Fluids & Service Capacities

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Engine Oil (Drain & Filter Change)4.0 L (4.2 US qt)

Engine Oil (Drain Only)N/A

Recommended Oil Viscosity5W-40

Coolant System Capacity1.80 L (1.90 US qt)

Brake Fluid StandardBMW Motorrad DOT 4 Low Viscosity

Drivetrain, Chain & Gearing

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Drive Chain PitchN/A

Chain Link CountN/A

Front Sprocket TeethN/A

Rear Sprocket TeethN/A

Final Drive ConfigurationStandard

Ignition & Electrical Specifications

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OEM Spark Plug Part NumberNGK LMAR8J-9E

Electrode Spark Plug GapNot Available

OEM Battery Reference Code12V / 10Ah AGM (Lithium option 12V 4.5Ah)

Battery Output & RatingNot Available

Spark Plug Inspection IntervalN/A

Wheels, Tires & Inflation Pressures

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Front Tire Dimensions120/70R19

Cold Front Inflation PressureN/A

Rear Tire Dimensions170/60R17

Cold Rear Inflation PressureN/A

OEM Wheel Rim Widths (F / R)3.50" / 5.50"

Verified OEM Wheel Fitment: 120/70-19 (F) + 170/60-17 (R)

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Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

0 Open Campaigns (Clean)

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

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No Active Federal Safety Recalls Reported

The U.S. DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records zero open safety recall campaigns for the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS / Adventure platform. Always check your individual 17-digit VIN at an authorized dealership or via NHTSA.gov for individual recall completions.

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Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

1 Documented Bulletin

Bulletin #BMW-24V557Safety Recall SIB 61 07 24: R 1300 GS Electromagnetic Starter Relay Conversion

Source: BMW_Recall24V557_RCRIT-24V557-8584.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 5 N·m (44 in·lb) (Wiring Harness Terminals to Starter Relay Studs)Torque: 3.5 N·m (31 in·lb) (Starter Relay Bracket Screws - M6 x 12)Torque: 4.5 N·m (40 in·lb) (Starter Motor Thermal Cover Screws - M6 x 8)Torque: 4.5 N·m (40 in·lb) (Battery Terminal Screws)

Consumable Specs:ISTA Diagnostic System Version 4.48.4X CalibrationHigh-Temperature Cable Tie Straps

Genuine Part Numbers:61 36 8 354 77861 36 5 A82 4E761 11 5 A7B 841

NHTSA Recall 24V-557SIB 61 07 24 / Campaign STOP610022

R 1300 GS Electromagnetic Starter Relay Conversion

Conversion from semiconductor starter relay to electromechanical relay assembly, protective holder cap, and terminal torque specs.

Federal Safety RemedyTerminal 5 N·m / ISTA 4.48.4X

Click any element above for factory terminal torque rules, protective cap seating, and ISTA programming requirements.

Factory Tightening TorquesService Manual

Wiring Harness Terminals to Starter Relay5 N·m (44 in-lb)

Threaded terminal nuts securing B+ and starter motor cables

Starter Relay Bracket Screws (M6 × 12)3.5 N·m (31 in-lb)

Fastens relay holder bracket to battery tray chassis frame

Starter Cover Screws (M6 × 8)4.5 N·m (40 in-lb)

Protective acoustic and thermal shield cover

Battery Terminal Screws (M6)4.5 N·m (40 in-lb)

12V 10Ah AGM battery positive and negative terminals

Fuel Tank Center Cover Screws (Torx T25)3.5 N·m (31 in-lb)

Upper cockpit trim screws

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Workshop Maintenance Kit & Factory Fluids

Authentic factory-grade motor oil, oil filter, and high-temp brake fluid matched precisely to 2025 BMW R 1300 GS / Adventure capacities.

Full Kit Subtotal

$53.35

5W-40 Full Synthetic 4T

Silkolene Snow 4T Engine Oil 5W-40 (1 Liter)

1-Liter Bottles (x4 Included)

Matches factory 5W-40 spec (Oil spec: 4.0 L (4.2 US qt))

Item Price

$47.80($11.95 ea)

DOT 4 Synthetic Formula

EBC High-Performance DOT 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid

8.8 oz (250 ml) Workshop Bottle

Meets & exceeds factory BMW Motorrad DOT 4 Low Viscosity specifications

Item Price

$5.55

Factory OEM Spark Plug Spec

NGK LMAR8J-9E

Gap: N/A

Inspection milestone: Not Available. Exact factory part specification.

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Complete Workshop Maintenance Package3 Essential Service Items

Includes 5W-40 Full Synthetic 4T engine oil (1-Liter Bottles (x4 Included)), high-flow filter & DOT 4 fluid.

Kit Total

$53.35

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Fastener Torques

Engine drain plug, axle spindles, caliper mounts, triple clamp pinch bolts & thread lubrication derating guide.

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Fuses & Relays

Main: N/A • Location: N/A

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Compression & Leakdown

Ratio: N/A

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Valve Clearances

Intake: N/A mm • Exhaust: N/A mm

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Fuel Delivery & TB Sync

Idle: N/A • Rail Pressure: N/A • Vacuum: N/A

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Charging & Battery

Battery: 12V / 10Ah AGM (Lithium option 12V 4.5Ah)

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Tires & Gearing

Front: 120/70R19 • Rear: 170/60R17

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Suspension & Sag

Front Travel: N/A • Rear Travel: N/A

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Subsystem Guide/maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Oil: N/A • Valves: N/A • Plugs: N/A

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