Having Problems with your BMW R1200RT/R1250RT? or have some Maintenance and Service questions?
Additional service items/intervals
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David. »
Mon Dec 06, 2021 2:37 pm
Do you perform any additional service items or reduce service intervals above and beyond those which can be found in the BMW service schedules or...
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Last post by simbo
Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:23 pm
Engine flush or not?
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by
Liverpool Brick »
Wed Jun 08, 2016 7:05 pm
Hi Guys,
I'm about to change the oil and filter on my 2011 RT SE and I was wondering about whether to add an engine flush. Are there any known...
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Last post by David.
Wed Dec 08, 2021 3:03 pm
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Last post by wethead
Wed Dec 01, 2021 5:15 pm
Its a mystery
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by
Frosty »
Thu Nov 25, 2021 6:42 pm
Could anyone please tell me why there would be fuel leaking out of a screwhole that holds the fuel regulator in place? Please see attached photo....
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Last post by Frosty
Thu Nov 25, 2021 9:09 pm
Motoscan with 2021 RT
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by
krw »
Sat Jul 03, 2021 8:49 pm
Hi All, new to the forum. Just bought my 2021 RT two weeks ago. I am coming from an 01 Road King that I bought new in 01, which is now...
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Last post by krw
Wed Nov 24, 2021 2:34 am
To ACF50 or not to ACF50
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beemerbaz »
Wed Dec 10, 2014 2:26 pm
This time of year with the amount of salt laid on the roads I personally don't use any protection of the ACF50 type but prefer a liberal hosing down...
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Last post by David.
Tue Nov 16, 2021 4:54 pm
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Last post by beemerboy9
Tue Nov 16, 2021 4:44 pm
Servicing - Dealer, Independent or DIY.
Replies: 42
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David. »
Tue Nov 11, 2014 1:37 pm
From new, for the first 2 years (warranty period), I've tended to use a main dealer, either Cooper at Sunderland or Barrie Robson in York.
After...
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Last post by burridge01
Sat Nov 13, 2021 12:16 pm
Fuel Strip
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by
matgriff »
Mon Jun 14, 2021 5:28 pm
Hi all. My 2005RT left me stranded yesterday on a ride out through Wales.... on the way home it died, I suspected a fuel problem straight away,...
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Last post by Gogs11uk
Mon Nov 08, 2021 10:35 pm
Front Wheel removal Twin Cam
Replies: 5
by
Mobius »
Thu Jul 30, 2015 1:38 pm
Hi,
Please appreciate I'm a mechanical luddite, hence the question.
I'm also tight and after very nearly having heart failure the last time I...
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Last post by Our Gee
Fri Nov 05, 2021 3:51 pm
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Last post by PeteM
Fri Oct 29, 2021 8:38 am
Fuel Pump Controller/Flange
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David. »
Mon Jan 09, 2017 11:01 am
Whilst searching for photos of fuel tank removal, came across something which I thought was interesting & may be to others.
On the Hexhead, the...
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Last post by David.
Mon Oct 25, 2021 4:24 pm
Camhead Gearbox Plugs
by
David. »
Thu Oct 21, 2021 9:19 pm
Having just done a gearbox oil change on a 2012 Camhead, the fill plug is magnetic, whereas, the drain plug isn't.
The BMW parts diagram shows that...
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Last post by David.
Thu Oct 21, 2021 9:19 pm
Exhaust Flap Bowden cables R1250RT
Replies: 28
by
Hors Piste »
Sun Oct 25, 2020 11:25 am
Whilst investigating the possible cause of a check engine light on the dash - GS911 indicates it's a problem with the exhaust flap/servo system (at...
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Last post by David.
Wed Oct 20, 2021 3:35 pm
Best MOT Prices
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by
David. »
Tue Apr 19, 2016 8:04 pm
If your bike requires an MOT, where do you take it & how much do you pay.
My RT was Tested & Passed today at Yarm MOT & Service Centre, for the sum...
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Last post by Sullivj
Wed Oct 20, 2021 3:28 pm
TPMS Sensor
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by
Fourbears »
Mon Oct 04, 2021 6:22 pm
This morning I was on a 270 mile round trip and 20miles in the rear TPMS sensor was showing a red tyre and no pressure - just 3 lines/dots. After...
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Last post by David.
Tue Oct 05, 2021 8:46 am
BMW Motorcycle Service Schedules
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by
David. »
Tue Nov 11, 2014 8:07 pm
When is your BMW motorcycle next due for service - and what needs to be done?
You can download, read and print out your BMW motorcycle's service...
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Last post by David.
Thu Sep 30, 2021 1:40 pm
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Last post by speedy
Fri Sep 17, 2021 8:33 pm
Getting a rear tire balanced.
Replies: 14
by
heynez »
Sun Sep 12, 2021 2:58 pm
I live pretty far from a BMW Dealer/Repair Shop. I was wondering if I could get the rear tire balanced somewhere other than a BMW shop? How do they...
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Last post by heynez
Mon Sep 13, 2021 9:44 pm
Front Wheel Valve Change ?.
Replies: 5
by
Our Gee »
Sun Sep 12, 2021 6:56 pm
Further to the thread about Rear Wheel balancing has anyone had a Front Wheel valve changed (not just the Valve Core)
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Last post by David.
Mon Sep 13, 2021 8:40 am
Crank Oil Seal Leak
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by
Our Gee »
Mon Oct 10, 2016 2:04 pm
Hi all,
just back from a quick run down to Provence to collect some Christmas cheer !!. Managed 2200 miles in 7 days so that gave the bike a good...
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Last post by David.
Wed Sep 08, 2021 9:40 pm
Sat nav audio
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by
CJB »
Sun Sep 05, 2021 12:55 pm
Hi,
Can anyone tell me how i get sat nav voice instructions through my speakers on my rt 2021.
I have done it once but cant get it to do it now,...
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Last post by kioolt
Mon Sep 06, 2021 2:13 am
turn signals not self canceling
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by
oldtraveler »
Fri Aug 27, 2021 6:51 pm
Actually I have 2 Problems and may have caused them both . 1st the turn signals quit self canceling and i cant get the mph to come up on my...
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Last post by oldtraveler
Wed Sep 01, 2021 8:42 pm
Magnetic sump plug
Replies: 6
by
mhr43 »
Tue Apr 05, 2016 1:37 pm
Can anyone tell me if my 2015 1200rt-lc is fitted with a magnetic sump plug as standard?
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Last post by David.
Tue Aug 31, 2021 7:55 pm
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Last post by Levisp
Mon Aug 30, 2021 8:48 am
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