BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Yup, I agree. I shot a 30 second video that demonstrates changing the brightness while idle (it doesn't look like the brightness changes much in the video, but in the real-world it is significant) Notice, at the end of the video, when I begin moving the option goes away... https://photos.app.goo.gl/...

Yes, the brightness can be adjusted during daytijme (from 0 to 4). The display is "always on" as it is lcd, except for the speed and rpm gauges, which are backlit (maybe the sensor is for them).


I have never noticed the LCD or guages change brightness without me manually adjusting it.

Thanks.  I've never seen the ambient brightness work. Once the LCD screen is set, it stays at that brightness. Even my dealership stated that there was no ambient brightness on the RTs (but there is on the LT). And, the lowest brightness setting is much too low for daytime. It's better to h...

Thanks "David" and "Our Gee" for your responses. I agree it is a step backwards, or possible an oversight in the programming. It's really a pain to have to pull over when I'm already on the highway and it begins to get dusk and the screen is too bright.  The opposite hap...

Thanks for the response. I'm not sure which manual you're looking at but for the 2016 R 1200 RT page 16 says nothing about the brightness level. I've had the bike since November 2016 and believe me the brightness is manually adjustable under user settings I can take a picture tomorrow

{sigh} It's very simple. I'm riding while it's light outside so the brightness level is at 100%.  As dusk occurs I want to change the brightness level to zero so it's not too bright. The adjustment is very simple, easy and quick just using the "controller ring" on the left handleb...

BMW R1200RT 2016 Apparently, one can't adjust the brightness level of display while riding... I can adjust the heated seats/grips, I can even pair a bluetooth device while riding, but I have to be idle and in neutral to adjust the screen brightness.  This is a hassle as I often ride at a ti...

Traded in my 2006 R1200RT for  2016. Fully-loaded. Amazing ride!