2012 model vs the newer models?

[Zapata]

Hello Team:
I found a 2012 R1200RT with 8,300 miles. Dealer is asking 10K (US). I am planning to trade in my 2013 Victory Cross Country. Anything in particular to look for on this model?


Thank you very much and Happy Holidays!

[pockomoth]

Coming from the Victory, you'll find the RT nimble, capable,  and fast.  Is quite the change, I hope you've done your research and understand what you're getting into.

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[David.]

I found a 2012 R1200RT with 8,300 miles. Dealer is asking 10K (US).

Is it a BMW Motorrad Dealer.

[Zapata]

^^^ Yes it is.

[David.]

If it's an Approved Used Bike, with full BMW service history, sold with a warranty, clean & tidy, then go for it.

Now on my second Twincam RT, the latest being a 2012 model which was purchased as an AUB with service history & warranty.

[Cas21]

At risk of upsetting the water boys, I think the twin cam is the best of the RT’s. More refined than the earlier models but not lost the character

[David.]

Having had a Hexhead, now on my second Twincam, the latter (2012) one being purchased in 2014 as a used bike rather than a new Wethead.

[gogs01]

The last of the air cooled RTs are great bikes in my opinion, and also come with the fewest issues (of the air cooled RTs) in my experience.


I love my 2017MY RT LE, but keeping my 2013 RT (90th anniversary model) would have been no hardship if money had been tight.  I did over 30000 miles in three years including some long trips to far flung places and a lap of the Nurburgring - and never had a bit of bother with it.  (Correction - I had to change two headlight bulbs )

[Zapata]

Well..guess what??


I GOT IT!!
I had to rode it back home in the rain and my WOW moment was when I apply the front brakes! I was not aware they will bite so hard!!


The bike feels so different but very well planted.

[ParaRabbit]

I have a 2012 RT-P, I love it.
I have a HD XR1200 in the shed and recently got rid of my Hyosung GV650 (daily ride).
I'm amazed at the way the RT sits and handles on the road. Glad i took the offer and brought it.


Enjoy your ride mate!