| Specification | Data |
|---|---|
| Model Code | 0M11 (Euro 5) |
| Production Years | 2021 – Present |
| Engine Oil | SAE 5W-40 (API SL / JASO MA2) – 4.0 L |
| Tire Size (F/R) | 120/70 R 19 / 170/60 R 17 |
| Tire Pressure (F/R) | 2.5 bar / 2.9 bar |
| Battery Type | YTZ14S |
| Spark Plug | NGK LMAR8AI-10 |
The BMW R 1250 GS Adventure (0M11) represents the pinnacle of boxer-engine evolution. A little-known engineering highlight of the 0M11 iteration is the refinement of the ShiftCam technology specifically for Euro 5 compliance. While most manufacturers struggled with power loss due to stricter emissions, BMW engineers optimized the dual-profile intake camshaft to actually improve fuel atomization and combustion stability at low RPMs, ensuring the 136hp output remained untouched while significantly reducing NOx emissions.
Engine & Performance Engineering
The 1254cc boxer engine utilizes a liquid-cooled system focused on the cylinder heads. The 0M11 model features knock sensor technology that allows the ECU to adapt to varying fuel qualities, a critical feature for global adventure touring. The ShiftCam system varies valve timing and stroke on the intake side, providing a seamless transition between torque-optimized partial load and power-optimized full load.
Maintenance Guide
Lubrication System
For the Euro 5 0M11, BMW specifies a SAE 5W-40 oil meeting API SL and JASO MA2 standards. The total refill capacity, including the filter change, is exactly 4.0 liters. Maintaining the correct oil level is paramount for the longevity of the wet clutch and the ShiftCam actuators.
Chassis & Tires
The GSA’s handling characteristics are highly sensitive to tire pressure. To maintain the integrity of the Telelever front end and Paralever rear, pressures must be kept at 2.5 bar (36 psi) in the front and 2.9 bar (42 psi) in the rear. The factory-spec sizes are 120/70 R 19 M/C 60V for the front and 170/60 R 17 M/C 72V for the rear.
Electrical & Ignition
The 0M11 uses the YTZ14S battery, which provides the high cold-cranking amps (CCA) required for the high-compression boxer. Ignition is handled by NGK LMAR8AI-10 laser-iridium plugs, which are essential for maintaining the precise combustion cycles required by the Euro 5 mapping.
MotoSpecsLab Editorial Verdict
The R 1250 GSA 0M11 is a masterclass in mechanical resilience. Despite the complexities of Euro 5 hardware, it remains one of the most user-serviceable heavy ADVs on the market, provided the technician adheres strictly to the specified torque values and fluid grades.