BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

How resistant are the 2014 - 2018 RT's to overheating? I'm looking at a 2017 or 2018 but need to have a bike that I can be stuck in a lengthy traffic jam on the interstate in 95+ F degree temps. My 2013 RT will reach critical temps in these conditions. Thanks!

Does anyone have experience with the new (2022, 2023) active cruise control when riding in a motorcycle staggered formation? I'm looking at the 2023 and curious if it will keep me at a somewhat constant distance from the rider in front of me in a group ride.

I have the airhawk and seldom ride without it.  Some people love them, some hate them.  To me, the key is having the correct amount of air in one.  A bit Too much and you roll around on the seat, too little and you contact the seat and have pressure points.  The k...

Thanks a million for all your input.  Apparently my 1200GS brakes have allowed me to develop a bad habit or two in regards to taking a turn.  I noticed pronto that the brakes on the RT I experienced this "rising up" with are far more sensitive and than mine.  In ...

That would certainly cause it David but I don't think so.  I've ridden for years and never experienced that before.  My current is a R1200GS so I am familiar with BMW brakes.

Hi all, new to this forum and need a little help please.  I'm looking to buy a 2013 R1200RT and test rode it today.  I noticed that when I applied the brake lever (linked system) in a turn running about 35 mph the bike tried to straighten up and pulled to the direction opposite of ...