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2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2017 6:20 am
by 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!
Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2017 10:03 am
by 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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Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2017 1:21 pm
by David.
Zapata wrote:I found a 2012 R1200RT with 8,300 miles. Dealer is asking 10K (US).
Is it a BMW Motorrad Dealer.
Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2017 2:17 pm
by Zapata
^^^ Yes it is.
Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2017 2:32 pm
by 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.
Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2017 3:05 pm
by 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
Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2017 3:28 pm
by 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.
Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2017 11:53 pm
by 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
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Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2017 2:05 am
by 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.
Re: 2012 model vs the newer models?
Posted: Thu Dec 28, 2017 9:12 pm
by 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!
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