BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

My recently purchased RT came equipped with Ilium Works engine and pannier guards. Judging from photos of T-Rex guards, I'd say that the Ilium units probably offer a sturdier mounting system but are priced at twice the cost of the T-Rex units. Also, you might want to consider adding pannier guards w...

Just aquired q Givi top box with brake light and would like to wire it up but have misgivings about tapping into a Can Bus lead. I'm working with a 2021 RT. Can this be done without the extra cost and complexity of an aftermarket CanBus dongle?

Hydrogen peroxide is a very effective bug body remover. Spray a bit on bug remains, wait a couple of minutes, wipe off the mess. Works quite well on windscreens or any area that collects bug remains, Keep it in a dark container, as exposure to light will quickly turn it into plain H2O.

Thanks so much for the tie-down tip. The attached diagram is especially informative. Will be using standard ite downs attached to the fork legs.

Hi all. In the process of picking up my new to me 1250 and I need a set of Canyon Dancers as I will be traiiering home. Does anyone know the handlebar width of the RT? Seems Canyon Dancers are available in a number of different widths.

Howdie to all. Soon to be new RT1250 owner. Traded my Goldwing on a pristine 2021 RT1250 at Kissel's BMW in Tyrone PA. Will pick-up next week. The Wing served me well and put a lot of smiles on both my wife's and my face. (Note apostrophe after wife). But she no longer is interested in long rides an...

Hi to all. Found a 2012 RT1200 that is all I need in a RT, however, it is a RT Low and I am 6"2, not a good match. Question is, what comprises a Low model? Just the seat? Seat and suspension? Is it feasable to convert to standard height? I currently ride an 1800 Goldwing and just need to downsi...