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by cdnrtowner
Sun May 20, 2018 4:45 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Headlight Protectors
Replies: 23
Views: 2325

Re: Headlight Protectors

Hello Blueboy. From whom did you order your headlight protectors? I tried a couple of websites, but had no luck getting one for my 2016 1200RT. Since I’m in Canada as well, a Canadian vendor is preferrable givien shipping, duty,...etc.
by cdnrtowner
Sun Oct 15, 2017 2:35 pm
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Weather Protection R1200RT LC
Replies: 14
Views: 2778

Re: Weather Protection R1200RT LC

Hey tda2806, When I looked up BMW Weather Protection for the RT, there were some 12 different parts in numerous denominations. Of course, the increased number of parts means an increase in the overall costs. Here is Bike Bandits list of part https://www.bikebandit.com/oem-parts/2016-bmw-r1200rt-weat...
by cdnrtowner
Sun Oct 15, 2017 2:06 pm
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Mirrors and risers - lo-tech fixes
Replies: 2
Views: 1274

Re: Mirrors and risers - lo-tech fixes

Hey Jackronner, I like the sound of your fix for risers. A picture or 2 would be greatly appreciated. Cheers Patrick
by cdnrtowner
Wed Jun 14, 2017 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Heavier Bar End Grip Weights
Replies: 16
Views: 2785

Heavier Bar End Grip Weights

Does anyone know of heavier bar end weights? If so, where, who sells them in North America? Cheers Pat
by cdnrtowner
Tue May 09, 2017 3:23 pm
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Werks Vs new AeroFlow
Replies: 11
Views: 4095

Re: Werks Vs new AeroFlow

By chance, do you know the approximate prices of the Aeroflow versus the Werks shields? I am just a little North from you on Vancouver Island and I am having some difficulty finding a distributor and prices for either of these shields. Cheers!
by cdnrtowner
Tue Sep 27, 2016 3:40 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: New 2017 gearbox clunk free.
Replies: 58
Views: 12903

Re: New 2017 gearbox clunk free.

I have been riding for 46+ years. I have owned 2 Yamahas, 3 Hondas, 1 Kawasaki, 1 Suzuki and now have an 2016 RT. I have never owned a bike that did not "clunk" into first. None of these bikes ever had clutch or tranmission problems. My friend has an massively loud "clunk" into f...
by cdnrtowner
Wed Jul 27, 2016 2:24 am
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Front disc bolt torque?
Replies: 14
Views: 3459

Re: Front disc bolt torque?

Thanks Dave for clarifying the discs tightness issue. After writing my question, I realized the floating/heat dispersion aspects. Notwithstanding my realization, I appreciate you taking the time to answer my query. Cheers Pat
by cdnrtowner
Tue Jul 26, 2016 6:22 pm
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Front disc bolt torque?
Replies: 14
Views: 3459

Re: Front disc bolt torque?

Hey Gents,


I have just checked the front discs and they move ever so slightly. I checked the back disc and it does not move at all. Has anyone noticed the same slight movement?
Thanks. Cheers, Pat
by cdnrtowner
Sun Jun 19, 2016 2:37 am
Forum: Tips and tricks
Topic: How do you shine the Chrome Header Pipes?
Replies: 15
Views: 5658

How do you shine the Chrome Header Pipes?

Is there a product that removes the bluing and dulling of the chrome headers? I have tried Autosol chrome cream, Mother's Chrome Polish and several other products, which remove some spots but don't clean the bluing or shine the chrome. I have used header wrap on cruisers I have owned but the primary...
by cdnrtowner
Tue May 24, 2016 8:14 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Warm up Engine for 2 to 5 minutes
Replies: 12
Views: 3048

Re: Warm up Engine for 2 to 5 minutes

It is unanimous; ride away after you start the engine. Thanks for all your help/advice. Cheers.
by cdnrtowner
Tue May 24, 2016 3:18 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Warm up Engine for 2 to 5 minutes
Replies: 12
Views: 3048

Re: Warm up Engine for 2 to 5 minutes

I have just checked the 2013 Owners Manual which states "Ride away immediately
after starting the engine."
by cdnrtowner
Tue May 24, 2016 3:11 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Warm up Engine for 2 to 5 minutes
Replies: 12
Views: 3048

Warm up Engine for 2 to 5 minutes

When I purchased my 1200 RT, the sales manager told me that it was important to "warm up the engine for 2-5 minutes before driving." With fuel engine and computerized control of fuel and air, I believe that any warm up period exceeding 1 minute was not necessary. Idling the engine is not a...
by cdnrtowner
Sun May 22, 2016 2:24 am
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Scratches on the screen
Replies: 15
Views: 5985

Re: Scratches on the screen

Hello from Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. I got a tip from a long time rider regarding cleaning all bike parts including windscreens. I have used it for more than 5 years successfully. It is a furniture polish called Pledge. I am not sure of its availability across the pond but it's worth checking in...
by cdnrtowner
Mon Oct 05, 2015 2:12 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Vancouver Island and/or BC BMW Dealers
Replies: 3
Views: 2335

Vancouver Island and/or BC BMW Dealers

Does anyone know if there is a BMW dealer on Vancouver Island other than Island BMW? Not much competition if there isn't! Is there a dealer on mainland BC in the Vancouver area that anyone might recommend? I am looking for a new 2015 or 2016 R1200 RT?
Thanks. Cheers.