General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
What to do, torn into 3 options?
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Classico »
Thu Oct 08, 2020 2:30 pm
This morning I had a ride on a 1250RT demo bike! First impressions:
- It feels much smaller than I thought. If it wasnt for the mirrors it could...
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Last post by Classico
Tue Oct 13, 2020 10:26 pm
Shift cam 1250RT
Replies: 17
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hammo »
Sun Oct 11, 2020 4:29 pm
Well the RTLE 1200 approaching three years old , honest opinions required !!!!is the new shift cam worth the money to part exchange ,is that the only...
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Last post by mondeoman
Tue Oct 13, 2020 10:34 am
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Last post by Gavj
Sun Oct 11, 2020 8:01 pm
Cleaning/treating black plastic pieces
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by
rsamples »
Sat Oct 10, 2020 2:02 pm
2009 RT1200RT - Any advice on how to treat black plastic pieces, for example the inner half of the side bags, the cylinder head guards, and other...
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Last post by hammo
Sun Oct 11, 2020 4:23 pm
New kid in town and a “big” question
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Classico »
Thu Oct 01, 2020 4:20 pm
Hi everybody,
I’m an old biker from Spain, well not that old really, just LX. I’ve had a number of bikes over the years, including an R65 airhead....
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Last post by David.
Sat Oct 10, 2020 9:28 pm
RT1200 Police Conversion
by
kakalika »
Sat Oct 10, 2020 7:49 pm
Can a 2017 RT1200 Police model converted to a regular two seater touring version? How difficult, or hopefully easy would that be?
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Last post by kakalika
Sat Oct 10, 2020 7:49 pm
New Member - 1st BMW
Replies: 5
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Gavj »
Sun Oct 04, 2020 7:52 pm
Howdy to all. I joined the forum a week ago but have waited to introduce myself as I didnt have the bike at that point. Bike arrived on Saturday,...
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Last post by ymfb
Thu Oct 08, 2020 8:40 am
new member and a request for a survey
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by
Robbertq »
Mon Oct 05, 2020 7:15 am
Let me introduce myselves,
My name is Robbert, 50+ years old. I've been riding BMW R80RT since 1997 and last year I bought a R1200rtp. I've added a...
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Last post by milleplod
Wed Oct 07, 2020 12:10 pm
Rider's Manual - Service
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David. »
Sun Oct 04, 2020 6:33 pm
The Rider's Manual is also the Service log book. I have one blank page left for three more service stamps. After that, I'd have to purchase a new...
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Last post by David.
Mon Oct 05, 2020 8:56 am
T 50
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by
R2K »
Sat Oct 03, 2020 3:00 pm
What do you carry to remove the T50 rear tire bolts? This CruzTools $18.00 tool seems expensive.
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Last post by David.
Sun Oct 04, 2020 11:44 am
New seat on bike
by
srpuywa »
Sat Oct 03, 2020 2:34 pm
200 miles on my 2020RT and was able to get in for a new seat due to a cancellation. Almost 3 taller than stock, with gel pad. A bit wider and...
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Last post by srpuywa
Sat Oct 03, 2020 2:34 pm
Headlight bulb replacement on 2015 RT
Replies: 16
by
Rwslater »
Sat Sep 19, 2020 12:11 am
Holy crapola!! Has anyone tried to install cyclops LED headlights in the RT? I have a 2015 and to get the headlight quadrant out you have to...
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Last post by Boxflyer
Fri Oct 02, 2020 6:27 pm
TPMS - Front / Rear Different parts?
Replies: 4
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Old-Git »
Thu Oct 01, 2020 12:48 pm
OK 2015 LC, wheels are at the powder coaters right now. Unfortunately I didn't mark the TPMS sensors front / rear - anyone know if they are...
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Last post by Old-Git
Fri Oct 02, 2020 9:27 am
New member
Replies: 2
by
sierra10 »
Sat Sep 26, 2020 9:58 pm
Hello everyone.I’m new to the forum. Just bought my dreamed first BMW. A 2011 R1200 RT. Looking forward to learning lots.
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Last post by slowvet
Thu Oct 01, 2020 9:11 pm
R1200 RT SE Left Switch Pack
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by
Class170 »
Wed Sep 30, 2020 12:51 pm
Hi all, new to the forum & new to the R1200, previously owned a number of R & K bikes. Can anyone give some advice please, I have to change a...
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Last post by rangemaster728
Thu Oct 01, 2020 2:02 am
Newbie
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by
Strokebloke »
Sat Sep 26, 2020 4:35 pm
New to the site
New to biking
And new to the BMW 1200RT SE
Just bought one this afternoon
So I may be asking some questions, which some may consider...
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Last post by bandytales
Wed Sep 30, 2020 4:47 pm
Sticking Rear Brake RT 1250
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by
Tony Fyson »
Sat Sep 26, 2020 10:44 am
The rear brake on my 2019 RT 1250 has been dragging, since I purchased the bike new last year.
The caliper slides on the pins OK, as it can...
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Last post by David.
Tue Sep 29, 2020 1:50 pm
keeps getting stuck in gear
Replies: 26
by
ds99 »
Wed Aug 12, 2020 7:44 am
2007 rt1200rt with 50,000 miles on it
it keeps getting stuck in 2nd or 3rd gear when changing down and decellerating
any idea what could cause...
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Last post by ds99
Mon Sep 28, 2020 5:49 pm
how long do a set of tyres last???
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ds99 »
Tue Jul 21, 2020 1:56 pm
2007 RT
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T30 EVO tyres
used for european touring only (very light solo rider with luggage)
i don't ride mad at...
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Last post by Kunkies
Mon Sep 28, 2020 2:15 pm
Werks Quiet Ride vs OEM Windshield
Replies: 12
by
evildoctor »
Sat Jul 11, 2020 7:30 pm
I've been thinking about purchasing a Werks Quiet Ride windshield for my 2019 1250RT. The reviews are unanimously positive, most suggesting the Werks...
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Last post by yellowjacket
Fri Sep 25, 2020 3:37 pm
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Last post by Beagle
Wed Sep 23, 2020 11:24 am
Seattle, WA - Daily Commuter / R1200 RT
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billsaas »
Mon Aug 31, 2020 7:25 pm
Hello all, don't know if I have the correct location to make this ask but I'm looking for someone who's daily commuted on the R1200 RT that lives in...
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Last post by jackronner
Tue Sep 22, 2020 5:43 am
Suspension settings
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jackstraw »
Sun Sep 20, 2020 4:43 pm
I have a 2017 water cooled 1200RT.
I have always manually adjusted my suspension settings on previous bikes
With regards the suspension settings on...
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Last post by David.
Mon Sep 21, 2020 2:19 pm
Updated 1250RT - Oct
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by
Casbar »
Sat Sep 19, 2020 9:26 am
Well there have been rumours, but yesterday our Blood Bike group enquired about an authority 1250RT and we were told, no more bikes available until...
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Last post by simbo
Sat Sep 19, 2020 7:54 pm
Yet Another New Member
Replies: 5
by
TuscanRT »
Tue Sep 15, 2020 8:16 pm
Hello Everyone
New BMW rider having been on Harleys for years. This R1250RT is awesome! Was riding over the Dartford crossing bridge in the...
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Last post by Sharkfighter
Sat Sep 19, 2020 2:12 pm
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