BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

I have the same problem, exacerbated with the screen up. I keep the visor closed and lower the screen - get some buffeting but the airflow is improved enormously. I have lately found that with a bit of experimentation I can position the screen so that the top vent picks up airflow; not a perfect sol...

Yes indeed. I’m out every day, with the sole intent of getting to the run-in service, as quickly as possible!

Chandlers Brighton

I have Givi ST602. I particularly like the tank lock system, as it’s neat and tidy, easy to install and secure.

Problem solved through drastic step of replacing the engine. Apparently one other bike - in Germany - has the same intractable problem. So they have shipped my engine back to Germany for intensive investigation. Thank you Motorrad - astonishingly good customer service.

Thanks all for the advice and observations. The dealer is trying to work out a solution - I’ll let you know the outcome.

I have a brand new R1250RT. At the 400 mile mark, the “check oil level” warming would appear. On using the sight window, the oil level was over half way I.e. no problem. After the running in service, the same warning appeared, no less than 4 times on a 150 mile journey. Each time, the actual oil lev...