General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
What model bike do I have?
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Stu »
Tue Sep 13, 2022 7:34 pm
There is various types of RT out there and it can get confusing when people are talking about a specific model
Here is a list of some of the common...
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Last post by LochiesDad
Wed Jun 19, 2024 10:08 am
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Last post by Colpat
Thu May 15, 2025 1:40 am
Large Bolt through swinging arm
by
BacktoBeemer »
Wed May 14, 2025 3:11 pm
Hi,the above bolt that holds the rod on top of the swing arm/ drive shaft tunnel (sorry for my ignorance obviously I love riding my bike but don’t...
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Last post by BacktoBeemer
Wed May 14, 2025 3:11 pm
Scotland bound!
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Stu »
Fri May 02, 2025 9:15 pm
Off to Scotland for the week tomorrow!
Be the first time I have been so wish me luck
I might not be around much as not sure if they have Internet...
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Last post by Steve398
Wed May 14, 2025 7:18 am
Pastures new?
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by
lancashirert »
Tue May 06, 2025 9:03 pm
I’ve really enjoyed the RT, been a great bike and the boxer is fantastic, however in a change of circumstances, I’m now considering selling it and...
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Last post by skr80
Mon May 12, 2025 2:28 pm
Dash cam legality in the EU
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Steve398 »
Sun May 11, 2025 7:13 am
I was looking on the internet yesterday for any new regulations that may affect our upcoming annual pilgrimage to Greece in 2 weeks time, and came...
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Last post by Doctor T
Sun May 11, 2025 1:40 pm
Repairing cast wheels
by
andydavis »
Fri May 09, 2025 2:27 am
I've dinged up my front wheel on my last two trips in Mexico. Here's what it looked like in March when I got back.
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Both times I had it...
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Last post by andydavis
Fri May 09, 2025 2:27 am
Top box lock
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by
Ribcracker »
Sat Apr 19, 2025 10:47 pm
I’ve just bought the BMW top box for my RT.
It came with no lock, so I ordered one and put it in myself.
The bike has the keyless ride central...
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Last post by RossDC
Thu May 08, 2025 9:18 am
Neotec 3 vs 49L Top Case
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Quico »
Mon Mar 31, 2025 10:23 pm
Hello everyone.
I am thinking about buying a Shoei Neotec 3 in size L.
Can anyone confirm if it fits in the 49L top case of the 2010 RT?
If it...
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Last post by RossDC
Thu May 08, 2025 9:05 am
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Last post by HPTCC!
Wed May 07, 2025 11:29 pm
Hex EzCan
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by
EasyRider »
Sun Mar 10, 2024 3:54 pm
Those of you with a Hex ExCan fitted to your bike.
What have you got connected to it.
But the bottom line, is it worth having ?
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Last post by Howelligan
Tue May 06, 2025 8:15 pm
Where is the other end of this wire I wonder
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by
EdC »
Fri May 02, 2025 10:28 pm
My new to me 2011 R1200RT came with a 14 year old nav system in a mount above the speedo etc. I decided it should come out, so I unmounted the mount...
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Last post by EdC
Mon May 05, 2025 2:35 pm
Screen Advice Please
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by
Capt Sisko »
Mon May 05, 2025 12:47 pm
When I bought my '18 R1250RT it came with a short 'sports' screen. Great for the two weeks a year which we Brits call summer when appreciate the...
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Last post by Glenn
Mon May 05, 2025 2:11 pm
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Last post by Mark AZ
Sun May 04, 2025 9:30 pm
New (to me) Bike Finally Home!
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EdC »
Fri May 02, 2025 4:46 pm
In a rousing combo ride of small PA country roads around Lancaster, PA and a warp 8/9 rip down the PA Turnpike I drove my very very dark gray 2011...
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Last post by Fieldstone
Fri May 02, 2025 10:12 pm
Fuel Filler Cap Screw Source?
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by
Doug S »
Tue Apr 29, 2025 11:10 pm
I've just purchased a 2014 BMW R1200RT and the previous owner used Givi Tanklock for a tank bag. I'm not a tag bag person and need a source for...
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Last post by 1gewehr
Thu May 01, 2025 9:13 pm
Thunder & Lightning
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by
Capt Sisko »
Thu May 01, 2025 6:44 pm
Well that's the good weather over in my cormer of Shropshire. The dots are lightning strikes in the half and hour or so, plus of course the...
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Last post by Glenn
Thu May 01, 2025 7:54 pm
Volume issues.
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by
traffic273 »
Sat Apr 12, 2025 5:32 pm
On my 25 RT1250, I have my Cardo paired with the TFT along with my 1phone 13. I can play music through media but the sound is distorted (as if the...
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Last post by Ribcracker
Tue Apr 29, 2025 4:12 pm
Should I just accept it?
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by
Fieldstone »
Sun Apr 27, 2025 7:04 pm
I have a 2029 RT with a VI nav and a Sena communicator.
Phone works, nav works but bike iPod to helmet just not happening.
Worked a few times but now...
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Last post by Fieldstone
Mon Apr 28, 2025 11:38 pm
Hi Seat Options
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by
bigbruce »
Mon Apr 28, 2025 1:42 am
Before I bite the bullet and order the high BMW seat I was wondering if there are any better options. Does the tall BMW seat still have the forward...
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Last post by Glenn
Mon Apr 28, 2025 6:44 pm
What do you consider lugging the engine?
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by
omniphil »
Mon Apr 21, 2025 9:28 pm
I generally like to keep the RPMs low when cruising around, in between 2000 and 3000 rpms.
Where do you feel lugging the engine is, under 3000? under...
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Last post by Panman40
Sun Apr 27, 2025 5:05 pm
Hella to USB socket - R1250RT
by
skr80 »
Sun Apr 27, 2025 2:56 pm
U have removed my Hella socket and fancy replacing with a twin / triple USB jobby. I Know Nippy Normans etc sell them for £30-£40.
Has anyone found...
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Last post by skr80
Sun Apr 27, 2025 2:56 pm
central locking
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by
EasyRider »
Tue Sep 17, 2024 6:06 am
Do you use the key to lock your panniers or just use the central locking. With me, if i'm staying near the bike i just use the central locking. But...
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Last post by Timcully
Sat Apr 26, 2025 6:06 pm
R1250RT Clutch Engagement Spot
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by
omniphil »
Sun Mar 23, 2025 11:07 am
Hello all,
I am guessing this is probably my first bike with a hydraulic clutch but the engagement spot is too far out for my liking...
I'll had...
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Last post by omniphil
Sat Apr 26, 2025 11:52 am
Trim Pieces for 1250RT panniers
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by
rugger »
Thu Apr 24, 2025 7:26 pm
Hello all
Over the past 3 years I have dinged up the painted trim covers on my side cases. I have ordered the replacements as I have not found...
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Fri Apr 25, 2025 1:28 pm
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