Having Problems with your BMW R1200RT/R1250RT? or have some Maintenance and Service questions?
Seized sump plug
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Sharkfighter »
Wed Dec 29, 2021 7:41 pm
I started to service my RT today only to find that the sump plug was stuck. Anyone any suggestions how to remove it without causing damage? Or...
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Last post by Sharkfighter
Wed Dec 29, 2021 7:59 pm
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Last post by Darren
Wed Dec 22, 2021 12:48 pm
Independent Workshops
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David. »
Mon Jun 21, 2021 11:50 am
With servicing and warranties being a topic of discussion, how about building up a list of independent workshops.
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Last post by Chaostrophy
Fri Dec 17, 2021 9:54 pm
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Last post by Aregion
Wed Dec 15, 2021 2:26 pm
Service Manuals?
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Randyjaco »
Thu Dec 09, 2021 2:03 am
As of yesterday, I am the proud owner of a 2017 R1200RT. Since I started out life as a motorcycle mechanic, I prefer to do my own maintenance. So...
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Last post by Stu
Thu Dec 09, 2021 6:16 pm
Fuel Stabilizer
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David. »
Fri Nov 28, 2014 1:09 pm
Recently bought a Ride Mag. (January 2015), there is an article on how to prepare your bike for winter hibernation.
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Last post by David and Sally
Thu Dec 09, 2021 2:01 pm
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,
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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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by
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.
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by
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.
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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
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by
Mobius »
Thu Jul 30, 2015 1:38 pm
Hi,
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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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by
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.
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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.
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Last post by David.
Thu Oct 21, 2021 9:19 pm
Exhaust Flap Bowden cables R1250RT
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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
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