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by RT Slim
Sun May 30, 2021 6:51 pm
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: R1250 Tank Bag
Replies: 10
Views: 1772

Re: R1250 Tank Bag

Hepco and Becker. I like the quick release feature.
by RT Slim
Thu Dec 10, 2020 4:02 pm
Forum: Tyres, oils etc.
Topic: Poll of Tyre Options - R 1200/1250 RT
Replies: 130
Views: 37702

Re: Poll of Tyre Options - R 1200/1250 RT

Need to add the new Dunlop Roadsmart IV to the poll as I've moved on from the III. Such a great tire.
by RT Slim
Thu Sep 03, 2020 3:18 pm
Forum: Tyres, oils etc.
Topic: Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart
Replies: 82
Views: 24834

Re: Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart

Looking forward to trying out the newly announced Roadsmart 4's.


https://blog.motorcycle.com/2020/08/17/motorcycle-news/dunlops-new-roadsmart-iv-rolls-in/
by RT Slim
Thu Jul 30, 2020 10:13 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Aarrgh, not another burned out headlight
Replies: 11
Views: 1429

Re: Aarrgh, not another burned out headlight

This is just my personal experience, not a scientific fact!, but in the past when I have experienced a few blown bulbs, the battery has been on its last legs. I conjecture that the battery acts as a 'reservoir' or capacitor for ultra-brief voltage peaks and troughs. As a battery deteriorates, I thi...
by RT Slim
Mon Jul 27, 2020 5:21 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Aarrgh, not another burned out headlight
Replies: 11
Views: 1429

Aarrgh, not another burned out headlight

That makes three burned out bulbs in 49k miles. And once again it happened in the middle of a trip. Now I get the pleasure of seeing the lit up yellow warning triangle and hieroglyph on the dash for the duration.
by RT Slim
Tue Jun 02, 2020 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Warranty Claims
Replies: 9
Views: 1173

Re: Warranty Claims

2016RT, steering damper replaced under original warranty at 30k miles.
by RT Slim
Tue Apr 07, 2020 7:50 pm
Forum: Tips and tricks
Topic: What do you use to keep your chrome exhaust shiny?
Replies: 78
Views: 14013

Re: What do you use to keep your chrome exhaust shiny?

David. wrote: Do Akrapovic offer exhaust headers for a Wethead or is it just a silencer.

Not sure if Akra offers headers for the RT. I purchased slip-on thru my BMW dealer at time of purchase. On full song it makes cool WWII twin engine bomber noises.
by RT Slim
Tue Apr 07, 2020 2:41 pm
Forum: Tips and tricks
Topic: What do you use to keep your chrome exhaust shiny?
Replies: 78
Views: 14013

Re: What do you use to keep your chrome exhaust shiny?

Keep it in a box in the attic after installing an Akrapovic.  ;D
by RT Slim
Sat Mar 07, 2020 10:49 pm
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Tank Bag recommendations please
Replies: 22
Views: 3321

Re: Tank Bag recommendations please

I've been very satisfied with the Hepco Becker Street Tourer M for my '16 RT. The magnetic mount holds steadfast but easily detaches come refueling time. It is also expandable.
by RT Slim
Tue Mar 03, 2020 1:50 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found
Replies: 10
Views: 1960

Re: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found

Hi Maybe a "Master Reset" will do the trick? https://support.garmin.com/en-GB/?faq=5pkqQBOE9L4qzpvROpQ1R8&searchType=noProduct Thanks for this top tip. For whatever reason the unit has been functioning properly as of late and recognizing when a new route is loaded and ready for import...
by RT Slim
Mon Dec 09, 2019 3:21 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found
Replies: 10
Views: 1960

Re: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found

Thanks for the suggestion to go back to a previous version. I didn't consider this to be an option as I've never heard it being offered. Has anyone here ever requested this and if so can tell me how was it handled.
by RT Slim
Sun Dec 08, 2019 11:55 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found
Replies: 10
Views: 1960

Re: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found

I talked with Garmin support and they hadn't had anyone else report this problem. Today I tried out their suggestion of sending Basecamp tracks to the device and that worked pretty well though restarting the route midway thru my trip gave a direct route versus following the tract. I will continue to...
by RT Slim
Sat Dec 07, 2019 10:48 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found
Replies: 10
Views: 1960

Re: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found

The auto import feature no longer prompts me for new routes. When I try to manually import a route a "No routes found" message is displayed. The GPX files are properly placed in the GPX device folder but the app doesn't recognize them.
by RT Slim
Fri Dec 06, 2019 9:41 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found
Replies: 10
Views: 1960

Re: BMW Nav VI Problem - No Routes Found

Thanks for confirming the update is suppose to work. My workaround is to send a track to the Nav6 (using Basecamp) then convert the track to a trip. Frustrating.