Having Problems with your BMW R1200RT/R1250RT? or have some Maintenance and Service questions?
Speedometer calibration and final drive
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Glavut »
Tue Aug 05, 2025 6:07 pm
Hello everyone,
I recently bought a 2005 r 1200 rt with 114000kms on it.
The speedometer reading is wrong, for example it displays 60 km/h when i...
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Last post by Glavut
Thu Aug 07, 2025 9:47 pm
RT 1200 ESA 2005 wiring problem
by
rchrdhall1 »
Thu Aug 07, 2025 6:52 am
Hi all, can anyone offer some insights please. I have an RT 1200 2005 with an ESA problem. Basically, I got an indication on the dash of the...
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Last post by rchrdhall1
Thu Aug 07, 2025 6:52 am
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Last post by 220e
Tue Aug 05, 2025 12:27 am
Leaking bevel box
Replies: 20
by
Greefy67 »
Sun Mar 30, 2025 7:11 pm
Hi All.
I have an oil leak. I think it's on the splined part of the bevel box. It filled the swingarm and dribbled over my tyre.
There is a cutaway...
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Last post by David.
Thu Jul 31, 2025 5:16 pm
Final Drive Oil Change
Replies: 7
by
Strat Tuner »
Sat Jul 19, 2025 10:08 pm
I'd like to change the Final Drive Oil. I do this on the Yamaha FJR, and it's obvious how it's done.
It's NOT Obvious on the BMW.
The following pic...
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Last post by Strat Tuner
Sun Jul 20, 2025 9:33 pm
2011 R1200Rt No Start, No Crank
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by
JustinWI »
Sun Jul 16, 2023 10:55 pm
Hi All,
My 2011 r1200rt is currently not starting or cranking. Battery is 1 year old, currently 12.7 volts. Just replaced start/kill switch as I...
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Last post by Randyjaco
Sat Jul 12, 2025 10:30 pm
No start
Replies: 3
by
CanBstyle »
Fri Jul 04, 2025 7:16 pm
Found an IAC unplugged on left cylinder. Plugged it in, now I have a no-start
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Last post by Stu
Sat Jul 12, 2025 9:17 am
Slow to start and rough running -FIXED
Replies: 2
by
tawallace »
Wed Jul 09, 2025 10:40 am
About four months ago my 2014 1200 LC intermittently failed to start and would reset the computer, additionally I would experience, what could be...
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Last post by 7vwh
Thu Jul 10, 2025 8:30 pm
Headlight not turning off after powering down
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by
cdk »
Wed Jul 09, 2025 5:22 am
I replaced my battery and foolishly put in the battery backwards. When I went to attach the negative (which was actually the positive) terminal the...
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Last post by Valentino23
Wed Jul 09, 2025 6:16 pm
05 R1200rt Servo ABS brake removal
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by
sgt_lovejoy »
Sat Jul 05, 2025 8:27 am
I recently got a 2005 R1200rt for an very cheap price, and I'm happy with it except for one small issue.
The brake servos are failing. They work...
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Last post by David.
Sun Jul 06, 2025 8:26 am
Woodruff Key
Replies: 2
by
cyclone7 »
Fri Jul 04, 2025 5:46 am
My r1250 rt with 70000 km has a vibration issue. BMW have advised that they are going to check the woodruff keys!
Given they are on the end of the...
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Last post by cyclone7
Sat Jul 05, 2025 5:46 am
Grey battery symbol on dash
Replies: 2
by
RSA »
Thu Jun 26, 2025 11:58 am
Good Day all
Hope you are all well
I have recently run into a bit of a snag, in which I am sincerely hoping you knowledgeable folks can advise and...
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Last post by RSA
Thu Jul 03, 2025 9:29 pm
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Last post by Glenn
Wed Jul 02, 2025 7:21 am
Vibration coming through on foot pegs.
Replies: 6
by
cyclone7 »
Fri Nov 22, 2024 6:44 am
My 2021 R1250 RT with 60,000 kms has developed a relatively high frequency vibration which mainly felt on the pegs though can also be felt on the...
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Last post by cyclone7
Wed Jul 02, 2025 6:33 am
Torque setting for triple tree?
by
Moki »
Tue Jul 01, 2025 1:52 am
Looking for torque setting for top triple tree enter bolt
(Yoke, handlebar attachment)
For 1250 or 14 + 1200 RT
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Last post by Moki
Tue Jul 01, 2025 1:52 am
2010 R1200RT Screen Not Working
by
nissbird »
Mon Jun 23, 2025 8:08 pm
Hi, advice needed, the screen does not move:
I have dismantled the motor checked and had it running with the mechanism.
I have dismantled and...
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Last post by nissbird
Mon Jun 23, 2025 8:08 pm
05 1200RT Sump Plug
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by
98 SPS »
Fri Jun 13, 2025 11:03 pm
I am about to do an oil & filter change and an 8mm hex bit is the best fit for the sump drain plug, but it feels a bit slack and I don't want to...
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Last post by 98 SPS
Sat Jun 14, 2025 8:58 pm
Noise when the clutch is pulled
Replies: 4
by
Supruet »
Tue May 27, 2025 3:51 pm
Contradictory to the general rattling noise where it would be gone when the clutch is being pulled in, I do have the opposite symptom whereby the...
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Last post by Stu
Fri Jun 13, 2025 4:19 pm
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Last post by Thejosb
Thu Jun 12, 2025 8:20 pm
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Last post by Steve398
Thu Jun 12, 2025 2:30 pm
LC Engine Surging Under Light Load
by
Shdoug »
Wed Jun 11, 2025 3:44 am
I've only had it a few days. According to the service records, it has only been ridden about 400 miles in the last 3 years. It only went 200 miles in...
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Last post by Shdoug
Wed Jun 11, 2025 3:44 am
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Last post by Shdoug
Wed Jun 11, 2025 3:35 am
Front brake pads
Replies: 6
by
Panman40 »
Sun Jun 08, 2025 6:19 am
Being lazy, is it possible to change the front pads without removing the callipers ?.
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Last post by Stu
Sun Jun 08, 2025 1:46 pm
Wheel damage
Replies: 10
by
MikeS »
Tue May 27, 2025 6:26 pm
Went down a pot hole in wales last week, checking the tyres today noticed a deformation on the front wheel. The tyres holding pressure but the damage...
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Last post by Panman40
Sat Jun 07, 2025 5:43 am
Coolant Level K52LC.
Replies: 1
by
RC1200 »
Sat May 31, 2025 7:57 am
Morning all. I have a 2015 R1200RT LC.
Going through pre-trip checks b4 the Spanish tour. Coolant level found to be on 'min' line. Do I top up to max...
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Last post by Steve398
Sat May 31, 2025 12:42 pm
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