BMW HP4 (K42 Competition) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
999cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-4 DOHC 16-Valve (Full Ti Akrapovic · DDC) · Source: BMW HP4 (K42 Competition) (2013–2014) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the BMW HP4 (K42 Competition) (2013–2014) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2013–2014 BMW HP4 (K42 Competition) (chassis K42/0D01) requires 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) of SAE 5W-40 (JASO MA2, API SL / BMW Advantec Ultimate 5W-40) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.5 L (3.70 US qt) with filter service (11427721779 / HF160). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70 ZR17) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (200/55 ZR17), paired with 4× NGK LMAR9FI-10G / LMAR9D-J spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S / BMW M LiFePO4 battery.
Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~271 km (168 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 5W-40 · JASO MA2 · API SL / BMW Advantec Ultimate 5W-40 |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.1 L (3.28 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.5 L (3.70 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.9 L (4.12 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 11427721779 / HF160 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 28 N·m (20.7 lb-ft / 2.86 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70 ZR17 · Rear: 200/55 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR9FI-10G / LMAR9D-J × 4 (Gap: 1.0 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S / BMW M LiFePO4 (12V 8.6Ah AGM / M Lithium) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and lubricate regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 999 cc · 193 hp @ 13,000 rpm · 112 N·m (82.6 lb-ft) @ 9,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 820 mm (32.3 in) · 199 kg (439 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 17.5 L (4.6 US gal) · ~15.5 km/L → ~271 km (168 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 10,000 km / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 30,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Limited-production K42 homologation special debuting Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) suspension, forged 7-spoke wheels, full titanium exhaust, and a 200/55 rear tire at 199 kg wet.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
BMW S 1000 / M 1000 inline-four platform requiring low-viscosity shear-stable SAE 5W-40 JASO MA2 (4.1 L w/ filter HF160) for ShiftCam actuation.