General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
Need new battery
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BILI »
Sun Dec 15, 2024 7:34 pm
In New Hampshire, low 30s F, getting gas bike wouldn't turn over, symptoms of weak battery, bike sat for thirty minutes then started. Battery is OE...
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Last post by BILI
Tue Dec 17, 2024 8:09 pm
Loose Topbox
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Jeffem »
Mon Dec 16, 2024 5:02 pm
Hi all,
I’ve been contemplating getting a topbox for my R1200RTLC ever since purchasing it last year. After reading lots of advice I’ve now managed...
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Last post by Stu
Mon Dec 16, 2024 7:31 pm
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Last post by Strat Tuner
Sun Dec 15, 2024 6:49 pm
Optimate 4 Premium use
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Glenn »
Sat Dec 07, 2024 2:40 pm
I have just bought a an Optimate 4 Quad Premium, selecting mode 2 (Pb & CanBus) and connected it to the bike through the DIN port. How long should it...
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Last post by mrt1364
Fri Dec 13, 2024 6:20 pm
Sponsorship
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Sullivj »
Wed Dec 11, 2024 11:17 pm
Much appreciation to B Conway Group for sponsoring the forum.
Your generosity is appreciated by many Michael I’m sure.
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Last post by Stu
Thu Dec 12, 2024 7:12 pm
Fork oil
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Doctor T »
Thu Dec 12, 2024 1:27 pm
Having taken my forks off for repainting, I may as well change the fork oil and seals. Anyone know what weight of oil to use and how much on a 07...
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Last post by Doctor T
Thu Dec 12, 2024 3:08 pm
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Tue Dec 10, 2024 11:53 am
Laptop bags
by
lancashirert »
Sun Dec 08, 2024 11:10 pm
Hi all.
Anyone recommend laptop bags which fit in the LC panniers well?
My Osprey is too long, and the excellent Amazon Basics one isn’t as nice a...
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Last post by lancashirert
Sun Dec 08, 2024 11:10 pm
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Last post by 1gewehr
Wed Dec 04, 2024 3:51 pm
Connect ride sun glasses
by
michaelc2710 »
Mon Dec 02, 2024 11:12 pm
Has anyone got the Connected ride sun glasses?
Are they worth the money?
Do they put you off when riding?
I've seen and read reviews on line but you...
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Last post by michaelc2710
Mon Dec 02, 2024 11:12 pm
RT Settings Need to be Reset Everyday ???
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Motor32 »
Sat Aug 17, 2024 5:35 pm
Hey Guys,
Before my latest trip, I took my bike in for service, and they also updated the software to 014-013-030. On my trip everyday, I would have...
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Last post by RaP
Thu Nov 28, 2024 2:34 pm
I want an RT 1250, any advice?
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B Chas »
Fri Oct 04, 2024 8:19 pm
My first post, been active on the K-1600 forum, I Rented a RT 1250 for 3 weeks in Europe this summer. Great bike, after 2,000 miles in the Alps, I...
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Last post by Mart UK
Thu Nov 28, 2024 10:06 am
Wunderlich Touring Screen
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EasyRider »
Sat Sep 21, 2024 7:47 pm
As i have said in another post i have an early start on Wednesday to take my bike over to North Oxford Motorrad.
Looking at the weather for next...
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Last post by Glenn
Mon Nov 25, 2024 7:48 pm
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Last post by wforider
Mon Nov 25, 2024 3:26 am
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Last post by Gareth1962
Sun Nov 24, 2024 8:03 pm
Charging
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hammo »
Wed Dec 08, 2021 7:49 am
Its that time of year a bit cold and guess what battery does not want to play , not being up with modern technology can you use any battery charger...
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Last post by Andy
Sun Nov 24, 2024 11:31 am
Duration of RT Ownership
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David. »
Thu Nov 14, 2024 4:19 pm
I've now owned my current 2012 Camhead which was new (pre-owned) to me in 2014 for 10 years.
Vote in the poll to show how long have you owned yours...
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Last post by Our Gee
Thu Nov 21, 2024 10:39 am
K26 Exhaust Headers
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by
SimonD »
Sun Nov 17, 2024 5:08 pm
My headers are are rather pitted and corroded under the engine. I believe the bike (2010 TC SE) came with the Chrome Exhaust option but I'm not sure...
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Last post by Mart UK
Wed Nov 20, 2024 9:20 am
Quadlock
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by
Over60&skint »
Tue Nov 19, 2024 3:00 pm
Hi. I wanted to fit a quadlock to my 2009 rt so I can use my phone as a sat nav & to make sure I don’t speed. Their own site recommended the new...
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Last post by LochiesDad
Tue Nov 19, 2024 3:51 pm
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Mon Nov 18, 2024 10:08 am
Specks of Tar.
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Capt Sisko »
Wed Nov 13, 2024 2:25 pm
I gave my R1250RT a panels off really good wash today and noticed quite a lot of specks of black tar stuck to the (silver) engine case, rims and...
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Last post by Shuswaper
Sat Nov 16, 2024 8:56 pm
Brake and clutch lever angle adjustment
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Jgbtv »
Sat Nov 16, 2024 12:42 pm
Hi
I'm trying to adjust either my brake or clutch lever to be at the same angle as the other. Can anyone offer advice on how to do this and which...
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Last post by David.
Sat Nov 16, 2024 3:55 pm
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Last post by jesim1
Thu Nov 14, 2024 12:14 pm
RT Models since 1978
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David. »
Sat Jan 17, 2015 11:11 am
Looking at all BMW Motorcycles produced since 1923,
the RT was first introduced in 1978.
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Last post by David.
Thu Nov 14, 2024 9:01 am
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Last post by djk63
Wed Nov 13, 2024 3:01 pm
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