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by Rod
Wed Sep 08, 2021 3:47 pm
Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
Topic: 2016 R1200RT eating batteries?
Replies: 10
Views: 1798

Re: 2016 R1200RT eating batteries?

Have you found the root cause? 7A power off drain would have me disconnecting the battery, I'd be concerned about the potential fire risk from whatever is sucking the current.
by Rod
Wed Aug 26, 2020 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: 2009 fuel gauge, possible sensor problem
Replies: 9
Views: 1239

Re: 2009 fuel gauge, possible sensor problem

I recently commented on a similar issue in a day of disasters. 30 miles range my low fuel warning came on, 28 miles range I ran out of fuel, 2007 RT. Apparently we have some sort of "fuel strip sensor" rather than a float based arrangement, They appear to have somewhat of a reputation, put...
by Rod
Sat Aug 15, 2020 9:19 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Today didn't pan out quite as expected.
Replies: 4
Views: 802

Today didn't pan out quite as expected.

Any ride that gets you home without tarmac surfing or sudden deceleration events is a good ride. However there are some days and rides that make you think “Should have stayed in bed”…… Today the RT has been ungrateful, considering it was MOT and Road5GT day. Battery had had a little top up in the we...
by Rod
Tue Aug 04, 2020 10:42 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Should I buy this RT
Replies: 7
Views: 1077

Re: Should I buy this RT

It seems quite overpriced to me. A quick search on autotrader suggests £4K should put you in the 2007-2008  30-40K miles bike bracket.

Rod
by Rod
Mon Jul 27, 2020 2:32 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Aarrgh, not another burned out headlight
Replies: 11
Views: 1429

Re: Aarrgh, not another burned out headlight

jackronner wrote: Make sure you have a lot of bandaids (plasters) for the cuts on your hands replacing them.
Or for sticking over the warning light until you get home :)
by Rod
Wed Jul 08, 2020 4:11 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Insurance quote weirdness.
Replies: 34
Views: 2661

Re: Insurance quote weirdness.

I switched from Bennets to Carol Nash this year, added on some extra "extras" and still came away £40 cheaper than Bennets.
You have to play the shopping around game.
by Rod
Thu Jan 30, 2020 10:26 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: tank bag for sale (uk)
Replies: 5
Views: 1090

Re: tank bag for sale (uk)

Replied - I only visit once a day :)
by Rod
Wed Jan 29, 2020 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: tank bag for sale (uk)
Replies: 5
Views: 1090

Re: tank bag for sale (uk)

If you've not sold via Ebay I'm interested.
by Rod
Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:40 am
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Oil filter storage - use or bin ?
Replies: 3
Views: 1046

Oil filter storage - use or bin ?

So, being a bit of a muppet last year when I change the oil and filter I left my stock of filters** in the garage over winter. Its unheated, doesn't leak single skin brick, not too much condensation, but I don't leave the toolbox in there. I was wondering if the general moisture levels would have h...
by Rod
Thu May 30, 2019 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Is my 2010 RT linked braking
Replies: 11
Views: 1266

Re: Is my 2010 RT linked braking

<snip> iABS 2 has an electrically-controlled pump to provide rear brake pressure, so, in that sense, it's 'assisted' - 'servo' is a bit of a misnomer really. Pete We'll that's the new thing I learnt today, I had incorrectly assumed it just split the pressure from the front master cylinder.
by Rod
Thu May 30, 2019 11:58 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Insurance Renewal
Replies: 14
Views: 1440

Re: Insurance Renewal

I commented elsewhere that this year I was quoted £460 and ended paid less than half, through the same broker. Apparently they receive the renewal quote from the insurer and just send it out&nbsp; instead of doing a "re-quote". Nearly lost them a customer.
by Rod
Thu May 30, 2019 11:56 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Is my 2010 RT linked braking
Replies: 11
Views: 1266

Re: Is my 2010 RT linked braking

Wouldn't a 2010 be non-servo ?&nbsp; My 2007 is non-servo and linked as millipod said.
by Rod
Fri May 24, 2019 12:51 pm
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Brake calliper torx screws 2010 model
Replies: 7
Views: 1123

Re: Brake calliper torx screws 2010 model

Sounds like you've got just over 50% of the engagement you should have, buy the 40mm ones. Caliper mounts seem an area to play safe. Don't forget the correct grade, I've no idea what they should be 8.8??
by Rod
Mon May 20, 2019 1:44 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Worth phoning your insurance company...
Replies: 2
Views: 663

Worth phoning your insurance company...

At renewal time. Bennetts wanted the comedy sum of £460 for&nbsp; an '07 LT, 50 mumble years old rider, clean licence, 3 years no claim, locked garage in a "non-combat" zone. After expressing my unhappiness I have the same cover (inc helmets and gear) for £228. That covers a few tanks...
by Rod
Thu Feb 28, 2019 2:55 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Buying into the brand
Replies: 17
Views: 2042

Re: Buying into the brand

10 year old 1200RT, 15 year old 318i and 34 year old R80RT - bikes get the garage, car sits outside :)