BMW R1200RT Cam alignment tools

[Stu]

Not clear what these tools are for? Can you explain what they are used to fix?

Starting from the top is the tool for locking the cylinders in either TDC or BDC

Middle is the cam chain tensioning tool which is used in conjunction with the bottom one which is the alignment jig

The alignment jig is used for locking the cams in time with each other after you have found TDC and tensioned the cam chain to the correct spec

[Doctor T]

Got it now. Looks like an expensive bit of kit.

[Stu]

Got it now. Looks like an expensive bit of kit.

Can't remember how much it was to be honest! but it certainly wasn't cheap

But it was cheaper than the dealer doing the job

[Stu]

This is what I paid

1. Alignment pin (83302327790), Quantity: 1, Price: 67,22
2. Timing chain tensioner assembly (83300444292), Quantity: 1, Price: 169,67
3. Sleeve (83302339885), Quantity: 1, Price: 8,51
4. Alignment jig (83302327796), Quantity: 1, Price: 27,30

Thats all in Euro's plus 54 Euro's postage

307,70 in total

[Panman40]

Was the cam timing out ?.

[Stu]

Was the cam timing out ?.

Yes on both sides

Only a touch but its enough

These bikes are known for them to go slightly out of time

It's probably due to the cam chain wearing or stretching slightly with use

[Panman40]

I’ve had the tools on order since late December, it’s now going to be April before the 1250 cam jig and the cam chain tensioner are available!

[David.]

I’ve had the tools on order since late December, it’s now going to be April before the 1250 cam jig and the cam chain tensioner are available.

Where have the tools been ordered from.

KFM say "probably available from Mar 17, 2023", https://www.kfm-motorraeder.de/item/bmw-83302467268

A part number search came up with this, https://www.topsalesprint.online/detail ... mjpho.html

[sxc]

Where have the tools been ordered from.

KFM say "probably available from Mar 17, 2023", https://www.kfm-motorraeder.de/item/bmw-83302467268

A part number search came up with this, https://www.topsalesprint.online/detail ... mjpho.html

Cam alignment tool (jig) for R1200 versus R1250 is different, the supplier links are appreciated but appear to be for R1250, the first link is legit, all vendors are guessing at this time, the second link seems like a scam, try calling and see for yourself...this thread BTW is for R1200, just saying.

[David.]

Shift-head cam alignment jig available w/free shipping...ordered from here...https://beemerparts.com/product/bmw-ali ... ace800f676

This thread BTW is for R1200, just saying.

[Doctor T]

Does the Cam shift engine use shims?

[David.]

Does the Cam shift engine use shims.

Yes, see #7, called Adjusting Plate, available in different thicknesses.

[Panman40]

Well it’s over 4 months since I ordered and paid for the tools for the 1250 and still no eta , I guess patience is something you need !.

[Stu]

Well it’s over 4 months since I ordered and paid for the tools for the 1250 and still no eta , I guess patience is something you need !.

Must be a big backlog

[60Aviator]

Check out Boxflyer on some other BMW forums. He has/makes the tools for cam alignment for 1200 and 1250 motors. Has videos on Youtube showing you how too.