Ok but not great The manual is complete and includes general information about the work to be performed but is often lacking in step by step specifics that would be helpful. In addition, the fact that so many different models are covered in one text can lead to some confusion.
DON'T BUY THIS BOOK I have over a decade of experience of working on motorcycles, snowmobiles, & ATVs. I bought a 1975 Beemer as a project because I have never worked on one, plus their just a cool bike period. Cons: 1) There are no wire #'s associated to the wiring diagrams(in BMW Books).
2) The book helps you take the bike apart not together.
3) Missing many picture angles that would be helpful.
4) No writing on how something should be when a picture isn't provided. Pros: 1) All... more info
Difficult to find what you need I find this manual just about useless. They have crammed too many models into one manual and the information is so convuluted it is almost impossible to find the information specific to your bike.
I have 2 R100GS bikes and finally end up just doing the work rather than try and follow anything in this book.
I will say the wiring diagram is pretty nice, but that's available for free from several sources.
When I first got it I tried just to find what size the tires on my bike are and that... more info
Comprehensive Pretty comprehensive manual considering the range of models and years it covers. I recommend putting index tabs throughout the sections you're about ready to use that are applicable to you model. Good schematics, breakdowns and fairly clear photos.
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