BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Thanks David,
No worries then.

The Haynes Manual (R1200 D.O.H.C. Twins 2010-2012) specifically states "Do not connect a battery charger to the battery terminals while the battery is on the Bike". As I have always carried out this very procedure (Three R1200RTs) without any known problems I am wondering just what negativ...

David. wrote: ↑Mon Apr 22, 2024 5:40 pm The Haynes manual says 13 to 15 volts. It would be interesting the check another Camhead RT.

Sounds like a plan. Give it a go please.

Morning David,
I will give that a try later.

Up-Date as follows.
Battery Voltage after standing overnight. 12.7 v.
Engine running at fast tickover 13.75 v.

During a ride out this morning the Air Temperature was only about 7 degrees so about 5 miles into the ride I flicked on the Grip Heaters to the first position. Just after that I accelerated down a Slip Road to join a major road. As I switched on the Right Turn indicator to indicate I was joining the...

Not sure really, bit over zealous I suppose, and as you rightly point out, it's not a listed service requirement doing so could be detrimental. So then, just a good Caliper and Piston clean with my favourite secret stuff and re-assemble. Those rear pad Springs are a bit hit and miss Heath Robinson a...

During the current crappy UK weather I am taking the opportunity to Service all three Brake Calipers on my Camhead. In the past, and after cleaning all components I have lightly lubed the exposed portions of the Pistons with Silicone grease. I know, some say that this only attracts dust and muck whi...

Maxxis replaced at 2350 miles. Not at all happy after a couple of wet slides. Replaced with Metzeler Roadtec 01 SE. In all fairness I can say that I never had any complaints with the Maxxis in "dry " weather. They did give a nice ride with plenty of grip. Incidentally, my chosen tyre fitte...

Just back from my second ride out of this year. And guess what, two distinct occasions of "loss of traction". OK, the weather was cold at about 7 degrees and the road was wet with some loose surface degradation, but anyone who knows the B1257 in North Yorkshire will know that this normal. ...

Thanks for that "Wierpig" . Although minor water ingress, (mainly accessing via poorly fitted or un-sealed Rear Boots) has always always been known about, the current Shaft Replacement and Swingarm Drain Hole Mod program, which must be costing BMW a small fortune is quite frankly unbelieva...

Please can anyone advise just what is "failing" on the affected Shafts and are the Replacements a re-design ?. Thanks.

Well spotted Sir !
Just had a quick look at my 2011 Twin Cam RT which appears to be the same. Must say I have never noticed this before. Now we need someone to explain the reason for this slightly odd arrangement. Over to you David.

Thanks for that, comes in at about £4175 which is a good buy for a nice looking bike with about 55,000 miles. Well Done.

Nice looking bike, How much ?.

Always had a soft spot for Moto Guzzi so I took a great interest when the Mandello was first announced. I even went along to our local Guzzi dealer to see the new bike "In The Flesh". Very pretty little thing, although not a Tourer. All the Magazine Road Test reports where pretty much the ...