BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

How long did the 2nd & 3rd engines last till the paint blistered?

Second engine lasted around 3000 miles and 3rd engine was still gleaming after about 2000 miles but final drive was starting to blister a little. So I decided to trade her in for a black engined RT. I felt that BMW had been very good with my complaints but I was probably exhausting their goodwill and I did not want to be left with a bike that may require more warranty/goodwill in the future.  It seems to be hit and miss with the paint durability on these engines driveshafts etc. but I hope yours will be okay.

Hopefully this will turn out to be a disconnected wire somewhere.

Good news! My RT 'Roxette' has been back to Williams and their techy sorted the problem. Apparently it was an issue with the wiring at the back of the sat nav cradle. Happy to report all is well now.