Technical aspects and performance of the BMW R1200RT/1250 RT
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Last post by burridge01
Tue Nov 25, 2025 2:47 pm
Ulez compliance
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Harlequin »
Wed Jun 27, 2018 5:18 pm
hi all
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Last post by Jambriwal
Tue Nov 25, 2025 12:27 pm
Clock / Trip resetting
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Trev13 »
Mon Aug 04, 2025 7:51 pm
Hi 2010 1200rt , I've got no clock on the dash , and everytime I turn the ignition off both trips reset to zero , any ideas much appreciated
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Last post by Trev13
Wed Aug 20, 2025 4:55 pm
Engine revs twist things to the right
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Nitesail »
Mon Dec 18, 2023 5:39 am
Hello! New to the world of BMW motorcycles. Currently also have a ‘96 Honda Magna and have owned various bikes over the years, mostly Hondas,...
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Last post by Doctor T
Mon Aug 04, 2025 6:17 pm
RT handling
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Camel747 »
Fri Jun 21, 2024 1:08 am
To me, the biggest drawback of RT's with telelevers, is their lack of neutral steering. For example, in a left turn, the handlebars want to steer...
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Last post by GoldenWest
Tue Jun 24, 2025 6:28 pm
OEM Brake pad alternatives
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RC51 Tofuman »
Sat Jun 22, 2019 6:08 am
I have no issues with the OEM brakes. It's time to change the Front and Rear pads. The OEM pads are pricey.
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Last post by Doctor T
Sun Jun 01, 2025 5:08 pm
New Top-end Problems
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bjwallen »
Tue Feb 04, 2025 2:53 am
I own a 2009 BMW R1200RT with 95k miles on it. In that 95k miles, I've lost performance and fuel economy twice. This is to stay that on two occasions...
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Last post by bjwallen
Tue Mar 25, 2025 2:13 pm
Wheel straightening
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andydavis »
Mon Mar 10, 2025 7:08 pm
I just got back from two months in Mexico on my 2009 R1200RT. I dinged up the wheel kind of horrendously on a couple of piche baches. Here's a photo....
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Last post by Steve398
Mon Mar 10, 2025 7:23 pm
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Last post by Sporall
Sun Feb 23, 2025 5:04 pm
Indicators
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EasyRider »
Thu Oct 10, 2024 12:03 pm
Who else like me is getting fed with the indicators turning off to soon.
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Last post by Stu
Thu Oct 10, 2024 4:14 pm
New to me 2009 1200 RT Scary noise.
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dubepj »
Tue Oct 08, 2024 7:07 pm
Just bought a 2009 R1200RT. When bike is warmed after a few miles ride I hear a scary chartering noise when in neutral. I pull in the clutch and...
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Last post by David.
Wed Oct 09, 2024 3:51 pm
RPM Manageme t
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MotorcycleMEB »
Sun Sep 01, 2024 5:45 pm
Hey everyone, I have a 2024 R 1250 RT. I've been scrolling through forums regarding optimal rpm range. On these forums, everyone is saying that there...
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Last post by Arends
Wed Oct 09, 2024 9:13 am
Wethead RT resistance to overheating??
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Bluecomet »
Sat Aug 24, 2024 10:29 pm
How resistant are the 2014 - 2018 RT's to overheating? I'm looking at a 2017 or 2018 but need to have a bike that I can be stuck in a lengthy traffic...
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Last post by Steve398
Sun Aug 25, 2024 8:17 pm
Coolant Temp
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EasyRider »
Sun Jun 30, 2024 7:57 am
I was in the garage yesterday and started Artie for the first time since April.
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Last post by EasyRider
Wed Jul 03, 2024 5:19 am
TPMS not showing in display??
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Cahoots55 »
Wed Apr 10, 2024 1:03 am
Hi all I am a new owner question. The RT is 2016 that I just percasted this month. Have owned a bunch Beemers but nothing this high tech. My question...
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Last post by ColoradoGreek
Sat Apr 13, 2024 11:00 pm
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Last post by EasyRider
Thu Feb 29, 2024 9:15 am
Fuel error
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davef1uk »
Fri Jun 07, 2019 2:12 am
Hi all,
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Last post by Tenequip
Thu Nov 16, 2023 2:43 am
Power Commander
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MEM62 »
Thu Aug 16, 2018 10:18 pm
Anyone gone down the PCV and rolling road setup route a 2012 twin cam? Not looking for power increases- just want to correct the lean running and get...
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Last post by beemrdon
Mon Oct 30, 2023 11:52 pm
RT1250 SILENCER
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bikerdog »
Fri Oct 13, 2023 7:20 pm
Can anyone tell me if a silencer from a 21 plate 1250RT will fit on a 2014 RT LC?
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Last post by Casbar
Sun Oct 15, 2023 2:35 pm
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Last post by Casbar
Tue Sep 26, 2023 8:36 am
Remap for an R1250RT - any experience??
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jesim1 »
Sat Jun 10, 2023 9:39 pm
Hi Guys
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Last post by Doctor T
Mon Jun 19, 2023 1:32 pm
Bouncy ride
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vennie »
Wed Apr 19, 2023 5:05 pm
Hi folks a question about suspension I think. I have not long bought a 2010 RT. Very impressed with handling in all conditions so far and been riding...
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Last post by Doctor T
Tue May 16, 2023 1:58 pm
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Last post by David.
Thu Apr 13, 2023 6:31 am
Handling Issues.
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1929 »
Sat Jul 10, 2021 8:40 pm
Hello everyone and I hope you are all well!
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Last post by joeducati
Tue Aug 30, 2022 6:01 pm
Remap
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Old-Git »
Fri Mar 25, 2022 9:12 am
I had my '16 remapped yesterday. Ex factory it's rated 125hp / 92ft/lb - at the crank, which is probably 95hp at the back wheel. Unsure of torks at...
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Last post by Stu
Fri Apr 01, 2022 10:35 pm
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