BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

The Skene brake light controller I mentioned flashes the brake light 4 times then stays on constant. This makes it compliant with regulations in that other country nearby known as California. Other manufacturers make similar brake controllers; e.g. Hex EzCan. There are multiple settings you can prog...

Welcome. With a top case on, it is difficult for drivers following you to see your rear running light and brake light. Recommend buying the BMW top case brake light. Its not cheap but its an easy DIY installation. Then add a Skene Lights IQ-260 controller to turn the top case brake light into a runn...

The RT is much lighter than the GTL. I'm in my late 60's and weight is making a difference as I get older. I also think the RT handles better than the GTL on the freeway at freeway speed in turbulent air.

I'm comparing to two previously owned 1200 RT's and the '22 1250 seems much louder. I think it beats the '17 Harley I had.

I saw some posts about a stuck exhaust valve but did not realize it could make the exhaust louder. I will take off the exhaust and see if I can look at the valve. Thanks.

My new '22 RT seems to have a very loud exhaust. Anyone else have a similar experience? Appreciate any insights. Thanks.

New to forum. Back to an RT (2022) after six years on a K bike.