Best tyres and oil for your R1200RT/R1250RT get other users opinions here.
EMERGENCY QUESTION
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mercator1 »
Sat Feb 20, 2016 10:31 pm
What all will a can of fix-a-flat ruin ? Stranded and waiting on non-existent tow..
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Last post by k9doc
Sun Feb 21, 2016 9:45 am
Brake calliper q
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chrismckay »
Sat Jan 30, 2016 9:00 am
I have been trying to find the torque value on the bolts that hold the two halves of the front brake calliper together (R1200RT 2012).
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Last post by guest2360
Wed Feb 10, 2016 7:23 pm
Oil, yes I know, again !
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Our Gee »
Tue Jan 26, 2016 2:10 pm
Just spotted this on ebay. 5 litres of 10w-50 full synthetic engine oil to API SM/CF ACEA A3/B4-04 which I believe exceeds BMW's stated...
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Last post by David.
Fri Jan 29, 2016 9:30 am
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Last post by Bertie
Fri Jan 08, 2016 4:10 pm
Best tire for all situations
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Spencert231 »
Mon Nov 30, 2015 8:50 am
I have retired (I think) the problem or more a dilemma I suppose is what are the best tires for my intended useage? When I bought the bike I had...
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Last post by Steve F
Mon Nov 30, 2015 7:57 pm
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Last post by David.
Mon Nov 23, 2015 10:17 am
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Last post by Levisp
Sat Nov 14, 2015 10:35 am
From Tire Removal 2015 R1200RT
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Fred smith »
Thu Oct 08, 2015 4:07 am
Does anyone know if there is a good video that shows step by step procedure on how to remove a front tire on a2015 R1200RT? I am one that if I...
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Last post by L1Rider
Sat Oct 17, 2015 2:01 am
Changing the rear tire
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Budman »
Wed Oct 07, 2015 2:30 pm
I may be the only one who has noticed but Ive got an issue with my owners manual. When you read the part on changing the rear tire on a 2014 RT it...
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Last post by Budman
Wed Oct 07, 2015 10:24 pm
Near misses
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Chad »
Thu Jul 16, 2015 1:01 am
Whilst in Rotheberg, I was just approaching a set of traffic lights (on green) along a line of stationary traffic, when a police car of all things...
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Last post by Chad
Fri Jul 17, 2015 1:15 pm
Pirelli Angel GT
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Levisp »
Fri May 22, 2015 5:59 pm
Got a puncture coming back from Sedan which I managed to successfully plug but decided that it was time to replace the tyres. I consider DIY plug as...
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Last post by Levisp
Sun Jun 14, 2015 9:14 am
Tyre Pressures for Solo or Two-up
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David. »
Wed Mar 11, 2015 8:33 am
It's interesting that the BMW Rider's Manual for the LC only lists one set of tyre pressures, Front 36 & Rear 42 psi.
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Last post by rglassma
Wed Jun 10, 2015 4:01 pm
Tyre pressure recalibration?
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Royso »
Mon Jun 08, 2015 8:13 pm
Hi everyone, whilst travelling down the autobahn today I picked up a puncture. Managed to get the bike to the nearest BMW dealership who replaced the...
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Last post by Royso
Tue Jun 09, 2015 6:54 am
Normal or super unleaded
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daverj »
Sat May 30, 2015 3:32 pm
Should I use normal or super unleaded fuel ⛽. I have been using super but it is nearly 20p a litre dearer than standard. Am I wasting my...
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Last post by daverj
Sat May 30, 2015 3:52 pm
Tyres - How long do they last?
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David. »
Wed Apr 08, 2015 9:00 am
With "Back to Back" Tours this year, I need some confidence that the tyres will last 5 to 6,000 miles.
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Last post by fmantek
Thu May 28, 2015 11:11 am
Bridgestone Battlax BT 021
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David. »
Thu Apr 02, 2015 7:52 pm
My 2012 RT is currently on "Factory Fit" Bridgestone Battlax BT 021, will see how long they last.
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Last post by Levisp
Mon May 25, 2015 8:51 pm
Ultra Seal
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guest2360 » Sun Feb 08, 2015 2:56 pm
There has been some discussion on the K1600 forum about this product . Most of us have probably used it in the past as it does work.
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Last post by Bertie
Fri May 22, 2015 7:24 pm
Stop & Go Saved the Day
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Levisp »
Thu May 14, 2015 3:33 pm
Just had a glorious 3 days in Sedan France with the wife. However on our way home had just got onto the A24 heading towards Rethel when the steering...
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Last post by Chad
Thu May 14, 2015 8:55 pm
Conti Tire Recall - check your front Tire
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Pope »
Fri May 01, 2015 8:26 am
BMW did a recall on certain bikes fitted with certain Conti front tires, However, they seem to have forgotten the RTLC's.
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Last post by Levisp
Tue May 05, 2015 3:52 pm
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Last post by stelyn
Fri Apr 10, 2015 4:05 pm
Time for new tyres soon
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beemerbaz »
Sun Aug 03, 2014 1:47 pm
Currently got 6500 on my bike so new tyres will be a consideration soon. Currently have the standard issue Metzlers but am erring towards...
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Last post by David.
Thu Mar 05, 2015 10:12 pm
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Last post by Budman
Thu Feb 26, 2015 7:03 pm
Mineral Oil - Clutch Master Cylinder
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JED »
Tue Feb 10, 2015 7:19 pm
I'm curious if anyone might know why the clutch master cylinder fluid changed to mineral oil. I need to utilize the clutch master cylinder...
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Last post by JED
Wed Feb 11, 2015 12:57 pm
2014 RT Transmission
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JohnGlennon »
Sat Jan 17, 2015 9:48 pm
I have a 2014 R11200RT and a 2009 R1200GS. the GS transmission is silky smooth and the RT is clunky. I suspect it is the 10-50 oil used in the new...
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Last post by guest2360
Mon Jan 19, 2015 6:40 pm
How do you check your oil???
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chrismckay »
Wed Jul 30, 2014 8:13 pm
What rules do you apply to your oil level checking ritual??
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Last post by David.
Sat Nov 08, 2014 2:39 pm
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