BMW Motorcycle Mechanic School

BMW Motorrad: Section 1

UTI’s BMW motorcycle school courses begin with using BMW’s web-based training system to teach about the history of BMW motorcycles and BMW Motorrad USA training requirements for technicians. Students also will get familiar with the BMW Motorrad motorcycle model lineup, including model identification, suspension system design, identification and evolution of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). They will be taught to identify the structure of the vehicle identification number (VIN), locate the VIN on various motorcycles, and identify other labels found on the motorcycles and main group structure.

Also covered will be an engine service overview and unique model-specific service considerations. Students will also be taught about BMW Motorrad diagnostic equipment technology for service technicians. Also covered will be procedures for reviewing software status as well as programming and coding procedures.

BMW Motorrad: Section 3

Demonstrate your newly acquired knowledge of BMW Motorrad products as you explore the interactive BMW bike mechanic prove-out. BMW motorcycle school students can demonstrate their grasp of what they have been taught while experiencing what it would be like to work in a BMW dealership. Students receive repair orders and get their hands on BMW motorcycles just like they would in an actual service department.

BMW Motorrad: Section 2

Become familiar with the skills necessary to service, diagnose and repair modern BMW Motorrad motorcycles. BMW motorcycle school students will be taught how to perform the first required service procedures.

Students are also taught how to set ignition timing the BMW way, throttle body adjustment, and chain/belt drive service and adjustment procedures. They can then progress to more advanced service techniques as they are taught how to service and diagnose BMW ABS brake systems. Also taught is the procedure to receive repair orders and go to work on BMW Motorrad motorcycles just like they would as a BMW bike mechanic in an actual service department.

BMW Motorrad: Section 4

Perform coding and programming on new control modules and update existing software levels to the latest versions. After reviewing the basics of BMW ignition, charging and starting systems, students will delve deeply into engine management systems, service and repair.

Students can use schematics to assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting systems problems using a systematic approach. Also covered is the BMW anti-theft system. Finally, students will be challenged to troubleshoot actual system problems using the software.