BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

I just tried the turning the ignition on & turning the throttle from open to closed 3 times, & it didn't work on my bike. Also tried toggling the start button from off to on & that didn't work either. I've been doing some research & am going to look into the cam position sensor. Some...

Thanks everyone, for your replies! I tried starting my bike again this morning with the same results. It needed a double start! Thanks cSpud (I like your name also) for listing the thread about the 1200RS having the same problem. I read the thread & it does seem to point to a summer fuel mixture...

Hi, I'm new to the RT family! I had a 2009 R1200R for 6 years! I recently traded in my 2009 R1200R for a 2014 R1200RT. I absolutely think the RT is great! Only issue I have is that it doesn't start on the first try, unless it's been charged up with my battery tender, however it does start on the 2nd...