BMW Service - Cam chain tensioner replacement

Replacing the weak stock cam chain tensioner on an R1100R.
** I DO NOT SELL MAIL-ORDER PARTS **
These are spring 2013 BMW dealer retail prices in the USA
11 31 7 688 629 Cylinder, Left $30
11 31 7 656 922 Piston, Left $60
07 11 9 963 308 Gasket Ring size = 18 X 22 mm copper or aluminum $.50
** I do not sell mail-order parts. **

[@andygotting9152]

Cheers for such a great walkthrough. Just about to order a new now I’ve seen how simple they are to fit.

[@123123davies]

Chris, bought an R1100RT 1998 Model only done 44,000 miles in great condition. What needed doing was the cam chain tensioner. Just watched your video and it’s so helpful. I’m just waiting for the new parts to come and have no worries about doing the job because of your video.. Thanks so much Regards Pat (UK)

[@Carbonsteal]

Just changed the tensioner on my 99 RT. Your video was very helpful. Thanks and subscribed. I don't live within 350 miles of a BMW shop, so I have a feeling I will frequent your videos often.

[@mikedrei7834]

Hey Chris, thank you for all your help. Another BMW expert(?) says the cylinder needs to be at TDC to correctly install. Could you provide clarity on whether this procedure is required? Thanks much! Mike

[@jetprovost503]

Did he replied???? I saw that video and I am really wondering if there's a need to put the piston at TDC.

[@redcommsguy]

Just did the deed and boy is the engine startup quieter, Thanks Chris!

[@ChrisR.Harris]

You're welcome!

[@jimmurdoch6206]

Great video, clear / concise, like the tip for the modified spnner/wrench - top stuff. Thank you Chris.

[@darkforest3333]

and make sure the springy (movement part of that part) is facing upward to the sky when you drop it in, otherwise the bolt will never be able to catch the threads.

[@paulvanerp4260]

thnx for this,and all the other video's Chris, your fu.......explanations ar fantastic and very instructive. I have received my new chain tensioner today and will install it right away on my r1100rt 1998 best regards from holland.

[@wheelsoramotor8211]

Great video! Going to do it today on my '02 1150gs...thx Chris love your videos

[@ChrisR.Harris]

Thank you & Happy Holidays

[@michiel1362]

Hi Chris just the info we need! Very nice video! Greetings from the netherlands

[@asturiancetorix2552]

I replaced it afew days ago, my old 98´ R850RT didn´t have that clattering sound, but I thought it was wise to upgrade the tensioner anyway.

[@ChrisR.Harris]

The spring is weak on the original design and only becomes weaker with use. I'd replace the tensioner every 50,000 miles. Beemer Boneyard has replacements for less $$ than BMW: www.beemerboneyard.com/11317656922cuk.html

[@regenbogenschaf_incognito6271]

Thx, very helpful! Some Guys told me to remove the Teleleve lol... Thx a lot! Greetings from Germany :-)

[@ChrisR.Harris]

It's a good thing that you did not listen to those guys!

[@ChrisR.Harris]

No! The right tensioner is inverted (bottom-up) so it fills with oil and remains 'pumped up' hydraulically. The left side original tensioner has a weak spring and did not hold hydraulic pressure so it allows the rail to be slapped by the chain. Thanks & greetings from New England :)

[@markyg1964]

Great stuff as always chris, keep up the good work

[@ChrisR.Harris]

You are welcome. Happy Holidays.

[@bobmetzger51]

Hydraulic? Lubricated spring tensioner more likely.

[@johnymingle]

iIs ridiculous how easy that came out for you, i'm seriously pissed off after 3 hours of trying to get the threaded cylinder out, the spring is too high and wont allow removal. also the large O ring on the TB is too large .....probably with age.

[@vwtaro]

Thx chris!!! greets from belgium!

[@ChrisR.Harris]

You're welcome. Thanks for writing.

[@lenharvey3983]

Fantastic ...Many thanks Chris .......Len

[@ChrisR.Harris]

You're welcome Len!

[@simonpeterdalangpan9761]

Great tutorial man. Thanks!

[@PorkHunt100]

Thank you Chris, liked you better back than.

[@jedbill1]

many thanks for an excellent video, will help me greatly.

[@motorcyclerefurbishment8162]

Still extremely helpful......

[@ChrisR.Harris]

You're welcome!

[@dkstrwer2]

Furkin fantastic! Thanks!

[@JuanRamirez-eg6rl]

Thank you for your videos

[@ChrisR.Harris]

You are welcome!

[@tomthieme6711]

Hi Chris. Can you make a vid on setting up a computer and plugging into the ECU to scan for codes etc on a K bike ?

[@joeianniello]

Outstanding! Thankyou!

[@stevekovacs6250]

Do you have o put the left side piston to TDC before?

[@colterino]

My '04 1150 GSA, 13k miles on it ! Bought last year..LIKE NEW...I got the replacement spring/piston/nut. Managed to get the old one out. On the new one, The resistance of the spring is hard to overcome, as you TRY to thread it. Cut down a 17 mm socket so I could get some pressure on it as I tried to turn the socket handle. (Socket and socket handle were too TALL). Wrenching was impossible, trying to put pressure and still get a wrench in there. Was afraid of mangling threads. So far, won't catch a thread. I'll keep trying. Why mechanics HATE engineers. Me too...UGH...OK: U P D A T E !....got a strong screwdriver, put pressure on the shaved down socket...worked..but what struggle...wanna know what...P E R S I S T E N C E !..pays...and prayer..and I don't pray much...NOISE ?..G O N E !...You're such a help, Chris !...Your grit and realness...WELCOME...Thanks..LARGE !

[@Savovich]

Hi Chris! Could you tell partnumber camchain tensioner for the right cylinder? Thank you so much!

[@daftnord4957]

can someone link a video of an example chattery chain startup?

[@JH-wt3zq]

how tight does the bolt have to be? for my rt 1200 it says 43nm , is that hand tight?

[@cesarv.1178]

Hi Chris can old cylinder be used w new piston?thanks.

[@peterdewaele5698]

hai chris ,after how match km or milles changing this cam chain tensioner. grt peter from belgium

[@RTIstanbul]

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[@patrickjaubert7872]

J'ai une gs de 2012 et mon tendeur de chaine se désamorce quand je démarre le moteur à froid se qui entraine un claquement de la chaine le temps qu'il se réamorse . Ce claquement ne se produit pas sur toutes les GS du même modèle . Est ce que ce désagrément peut être corrigé ? Merci de me répondre

[@ChrisR.Harris]

Bonjour Patrick, mon monde BMW s'arrête aux modèles 2004 mais je vous souhaite bonne chance. Prends soin de toi, Chris - Hello Patrick, my BMW world stops at 2004 models but I wish you luck. Take care, Chris

[@tonyireland1434]

Good video Chris where can I get that tensioner ? I live in Ireland my bike is a bmw r850rt recently started rattling not bad but I'm concerned about it

[@ChrisR.Harris]

Thanks! The tensioner is here: www.beemerboneyard.com/11317656922cuk.html

[@joseghs]

Hi chris greetings from venezuela... a question.. its posible that make clap clap clap noise not always but only when hot? .. when cold or warm never do the noise... or you think that it come from other cause... thanks a lot

[@bluedrayne]

I'm curios of this too. My bike only makes noise when warm

[@ChrisR.Harris]

Sorry, what time in the video?

[@jameswalton8532]

Reassuring video Thanks

[@richardIIX]

Hi thanks a lot for nice video and nice work, the BMW R1200C is the same that ??? ;-)

[@ChrisR.Harris]

You are welcome. Yes, the R1200C tensioner is the same as the R850, R1100, R1150 models.

[@ChrisR.Harris]

Any BMW dealership: 11 31 7 688 629 CYLINDER F CHAIN TENSIONER, LEFT = $28.00 11 31 7 656 922 PISTON, LEFT = $60.00

[@jammyjackson2743]

Chris are you talking about The replacement tensioner With the 15 mm head

[@Adolfobrus]

Thanks for the video, it was very helpful but the result was bad for me, could you give me some advice? I post in your old video (about the chain tensioner) all the details... seems like I am the only one who got bad result... what of the chances!! fu*k! heheheh thanks in advance! :)

[@luiselieceravila]

Where can I find this tensioner?

[@cancerskryptonite]

Beemer boneyard

[@cancerskryptonite]

Hey if you give me an email it Whatsapp I have a before and after video of the CCT. I'm happy to share so you can use it. 😊

[@user-ez9bd9rf3h]

Рёбра на цилиндре сточи круглым напильником, и трещеткой ключем отворачивай.