2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
Hi All
The standard mirrors on my RT offer limited rear vision, an issue that I'm sure many RT owners have experienced. They do the job if they're accurately set but they're not perfect. I know some others have fitted aftermarket mirrors on the handlebars and there do seem to be holes that would accept mirrors. The problem I'm finding is that there are about a million different aftermarket mirror fittings available so my question is this ... does anyone have a link to mirrors that WILL fit easily and at the first attempt?[align=right][size=0.85em]
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
Ignore the title of the attached thread. Have a scroll down to reply #11 and look at the link to the BMWLT Forum, might be helpful.
BMW R1200RT / R1250RT forum - The BMW R1200RT/R1250RT forum
More info. in these two threads from BMWMOA.
2006 R1200RT mirror suggestions? (bmwmoa.org)
Mirrors for R1200RT (bmwmoa.org)
BMW R1200RT / R1250RT forum - The BMW R1200RT/R1250RT forum
More info. in these two threads from BMWMOA.
2006 R1200RT mirror suggestions? (bmwmoa.org)
Mirrors for R1200RT (bmwmoa.org)
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
I seem to rember using 1150GS mirrors on my 2005RT. BMW K1200RS mirrors will also fit,Besty wrote:
Hi All
The standard mirrors on my RT offer limited rear vision, an issue that I'm sure many RT owners have experienced. They do the job if they're accurately set but they're not perfect. I know some others have fitted aftermarket mirrors on the handlebars and there do seem to be holes that would accept mirrors. The problem I'm finding is that there are about a million different aftermarket mirror fittings available so my question is this ... does anyone have a link to mirrors that WILL fit easily and at the first attempt?[align=right][size=0.85em]
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John Bentall
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
Wunderlich is another option, BMW K1200 R1100 R1150 R1200 Mirror Left Right (wunderlichamerica.com)
Skip to 2:30 in this video, Wunderlich America Supplemental Mirrors for RT's - YouTube
Skip to 2:30 in this video, Wunderlich America Supplemental Mirrors for RT's - YouTube
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
This thread from BMWLT would seem to agree with John, Agding GS Mirrors to the R1200RT | BMW Luxury Touring Community (bmwlt.com)beemerboy9 wrote:I seem to remember using 1150GS mirrors on my 2005RT. BMW K1200RS mirrors will also fit.
(Be aware that it lists mirrors for both Camheads and Hexheads).
Using the R1150GS part no. 51162307769 from BMWLT (reply #15), found this at James Sherlock, Handlebar mirrors: Handlebar mirror and nut (james-sherlock.co.uk)
These look like the K1200RS mirrors, Select part (bmwsupply.co.uk)
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
This is the Wunderlich mirror, Replica original mirror (wunderlich.de) available to order from The Adventure Bike Shop, Wunderlich (adventurebikeshop.co.uk)David. wrote:Wunderlich is another option, BMW K1200 R1100 R1150 R1200 Mirror Left Right (wunderlichamerica.com)
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
I have fitted Wunderlich adjustable mirrors (Part: WUN-23650-000) to my 2020 1250TT, so that I can fold the RHS one down, when engaging the steering lock. The original mirrors don't do it for me, as they are not in my normal line of peripheral vision.
I did manage on a hired 1200RT, for a month, when riding in Australia, but I still prefer the higher, bar-mounted mirrors. I wish BMW would update the RT set up to match the K1600, which has super duper mirrors!
Regards,
Old Foxy
I did manage on a hired 1200RT, for a month, when riding in Australia, but I still prefer the higher, bar-mounted mirrors. I wish BMW would update the RT set up to match the K1600, which has super duper mirrors!
Regards,
Old Foxy
Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
I bought a pair of used K1200RS mirrors off eBay for about $50 and the nuts from Wunderlich. The K1200RS mirrors fit perfectly on the RT's handlebars and look stock. I know others use GS mirrors as well, but I don't care for their look on the RT.
Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
i have a 2007 R1200RT and i installed R1200RS mirrors
see links for pics
https://photos.app.goo.gl/gJu3DL5yvzS4wdR78
https://photos.app.goo.gl/keK6M5VtNMqF7XER6
they also have convex overlays stuck onto them
see links for pics
https://photos.app.goo.gl/gJu3DL5yvzS4wdR78
https://photos.app.goo.gl/keK6M5VtNMqF7XER6
they also have convex overlays stuck onto them
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
I found once i got my mirrors on my 07 they give a good view behind me. It did take a week of riding to get the right position. Comparing my 2 bikes with one having normal Mickey mouse mirrors with mirror extenders fitted that my eyes take no quicker or slower off the road. Probably the same time takes to glance at the clocks. I can see how tall people have problems with the view from the fairing mirrors. At 5ft,9inches i find they are in the correct position for me.
I will say the best fairing mirrors ive used were fitted to the old R80/100RT. I also believe that the bike had the best wind and rain protection ive experienced.
I will say the best fairing mirrors ive used were fitted to the old R80/100RT. I also believe that the bike had the best wind and rain protection ive experienced.
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
My objection to the mirrors, besides looking down and away from the road ahead, is that you can't put a wide touring load behind you since it blocks the view in the fairing mirrors.
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Re: 2006 R1200RT aftermarket mirrors
These may be the answer. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/372121118480 ... Sw1H9befzp
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