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
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Last post by mantincp
Tue Dec 09, 2025 2:08 pm
300 mile range
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mpeard »
Fri May 01, 2026 3:11 pm
Hit my frst 300 mile tankful today. A bit squeeky running on the reserve light from 50 miles down to 6 though. 24.12 litres filled.
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Last post by Dugway
Sat May 23, 2026 8:48 pm
Pothole damage
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mpeard »
Wed May 20, 2026 5:50 pm
IMG_1387.jpeg
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Fri May 22, 2026 11:34 am
Footrest lowering
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Oldmansteve »
Wed May 20, 2026 1:25 pm
Hi has anyone tried the rider footrest lowering kit from AliExpress or Amazon. Are they any good
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Last post by Doctor T
Thu May 21, 2026 1:03 pm
Grip modification
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Whiskyjock »
Fri May 15, 2026 10:02 pm
Looking for suggestions to modify the grips on my RT. The stock grips are a bit skinny and I end up with numbness and cramps in my throttle hand. I...
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Tue May 19, 2026 2:16 pm
Rear shock connectors
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Jamie »
Sun May 17, 2026 10:33 am
Hi,I have a 2014 Rt im removing the rear shock, im really struggling to find the connectors/, plugs to disconnect it.doee anyone have pictures or...
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Last post by Jamie
Sun May 17, 2026 3:44 pm
Spring clip replacement
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Stu9000 »
Fri May 15, 2026 12:08 am
Hi guys,
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Last post by Stu9000
Sun May 17, 2026 10:27 am
Is my swing arm bent?
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Gary0003 »
Fri May 08, 2026 8:20 am
Just removed the driveshaft from my 07 r1200rtp. Should it just pull out once disconnected at the front? Mine was binding against the rim of the rear...
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Last post by Doctor T
Mon May 11, 2026 3:58 pm
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Last post by ausdango
Thu May 07, 2026 6:54 am
2007 r1200rtp
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Gary0003 »
Mon May 04, 2026 6:12 pm
went out for my maiden voyage on my 77,000 miles rtp yesterday and noticed some vibration from the driveshaft I think. I have changed the oil in the...
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Last post by JimLob65
Tue May 05, 2026 12:16 pm
R&G Crash bars 2020 R1250RT
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mickster »
Fri Apr 10, 2026 10:10 am
Hello Guys,
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Last post by mickster
Mon Apr 27, 2026 6:53 pm
Fuel Tank capacity and range...
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by
bilbob »
Mon Nov 06, 2017 1:47 pm
Hi all,
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Last post by Stu9000
Fri Apr 24, 2026 11:09 pm
New bike. Couple of questions
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Stu9000 »
Tue Apr 21, 2026 10:13 pm
I recently bought a r1200rt. Year 2007. 34k miles. Navy blue.
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Last post by Stu9000
Fri Apr 24, 2026 12:37 am
Roundel Side Emblem
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Quico »
Mon Apr 20, 2026 9:41 am
This weekend I noticed that one of the side emblems is missing. It probably came off because of the heat and fell off while driving. Only the silver...
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Last post by Randyjaco
Tue Apr 21, 2026 11:34 pm
BMW 49L Top Box
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mickster »
Tue Apr 14, 2026 9:20 pm
Hello Guys.
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Last post by mickster
Tue Apr 14, 2026 9:20 pm
RT Pannier Lock Mechanism?
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Randyjaco »
Mon Mar 02, 2026 7:57 pm
The right pannier bag refuses to lock in place. I cannot get the handle to lock down. There seem to be several plungers that must me depressed in...
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Last post by mikeromo73
Mon Apr 13, 2026 7:42 pm
2007 R1200RT
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Gary0003 »
Sat Apr 11, 2026 7:26 pm
I put the petrol tank back on and the the bike started and ran. Then I replaced all the panels and there was a loud click, Engine sign and EWP on the...
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Last post by Gary0003
Sun Apr 12, 2026 5:53 pm
Bought an Abba Skylift
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by
Steve398 »
Fri Apr 10, 2026 8:37 am
Actually purchased 2nd hand a while ago, but it took me ages to get a mate to drop in and help me set it up, in the end I bribed him coffee and cake...
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Last post by Doctor T
Sat Apr 11, 2026 9:25 am
Blood Bikes
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Capt Sisko »
Tue Apr 07, 2026 12:02 pm
Now I've got a bit of time in my hands I've been toying with the idea of volunteering with my local Blood Bikes group. Is anyone here a current BB...
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Thu Apr 09, 2026 8:43 pm
Panniers and truck bed paint
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Dixy »
Wed Apr 08, 2026 11:36 am
I am the new owner of a 2016 R1200RT in carbon metallic black. Some of its paint work has suffered due to its previous life as an all weather all...
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Last post by Dixy
Wed Apr 08, 2026 11:36 am
The Spec of my 2016/66 R12RT
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EasyRider »
Thu Nov 23, 2023 4:59 pm
So i wanted to see if buying me bike from a dealer was a good deal.
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Last post by on2wheels
Fri Apr 03, 2026 6:05 pm
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Last post by mickster
Thu Apr 02, 2026 12:20 pm
Looking for Help in Dallas
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Tdubb65 »
Wed Apr 01, 2026 12:18 am
I live in Northern Alabama and I’m planning on riding my BMW K1600 to Dallas area to trade for a BMW 1200RT. Is there anyone in the area who would be...
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Last post by Tdubb65
Wed Apr 01, 2026 12:18 am
TFT screen fading
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Biggrumpy »
Sun Mar 29, 2026 10:01 pm
Just bought a used 2023 triple black and the Tft screen is fading/cloudy anyone have a solution?
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Last post by Mark S.
Mon Mar 30, 2026 12:52 pm
The Hour Change
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Capt Sisko »
Sun Mar 29, 2026 6:00 pm
Question for those that have the TFT screens and those who have the new 1300 model. Does the time on your bike's clock adjust itself automatically...
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Last post by Loopers
Sun Mar 29, 2026 11:14 pm
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