BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

hammo wrote: Fri Mar 31, 2023 1:46 pm Seriously though does the GS give the same weather protection as an RT ?

No. Most RT riders don't go out in the rain though

Arai wrote: Wed Mar 29, 2023 4:51 pmI am looking at a 1250 Adventure and hoping to find some info on the forum.

GS's have a hole drilled in the swingarm fitted with a one-way valve to let the water out.

RT's aren't waterproof.

David. wrote: Fri Mar 31, 2023 5:08 pm The RT 'is' the better bike.

Overall

simbo wrote: Fri Mar 31, 2023 6:29 pm No. Most RT riders don't go out in the rain though

I ride in all weathers. To me its a form of transport and pleasure. Rain and drizzle have never put me off getting out in the fresh air
Never seen a dirty GS come to think of it

simbo wrote: Fri Mar 31, 2023 6:29 pm No. Most RT riders don't go out in the rain though

I do and got a lot more miles than 95% of wannabe boremans

Arai wrote: Wed Mar 29, 2023 4:51 pmI am looking at a 1250 Adventure and hoping to find some info on the forum.

My GS riding buddy has fitted road tyres to his off road bike.