BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Hi! I recently got a 2016 R1200RT-P.
I have been riding my 2000 K1200LT cross country for the last 8 years wishing I bought the RT back then... riding legally for over 50 years.
I also have a Harley Softail, and I just gave a Suzuki GSX600F to a friend of mine when I got the RT.
The RT needs work. I have been busy looking for some damaged parts, and a pair of panniers, etc. The bike came with no documentation, nor a user manual, etc., so I have been busy searching online for stuff.
I was hoping to prep it for a trip to British Columbia over the summer, but I may be taking the LT instead if I can't find the panniers.
I like my old Harley, but it is gutless, and gets scary over 65 mph!
Fortunately, both BMWs (and the Suzuki I had) are rock steady at much higher speeds when needed.
Cheers!
Bob
rbob12
(I am kbob12 in the LT forum.)

Riding the bike home before changing all the fluids, etc.

Welcome to our site

Thanks! I hope to get a lot of useful information about the RTs.
I only rode the bike about 50 miles home, and it is a much more maneuverable than my other two bikes!

Hi and welcome to the forum

Thanks! I have a lot to learn about my RT. I am hoping to get up to speed soon.

Many updates on my ride.
The 2016 RT-P wasn't in good shape when I brought it home.
After a lot of repairs and updates and replacement parts being installed, I think it is cross country ready now.
A feral cat was helping me with some data inputs... or, he was just keeping his butt warm on the laptop.

Welcome from Friendswood, Texas