BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Gents... thanks for your replies. David, that is a very useful reference photo.  Thank you. Exportman, perhaps I am being overly cautious in removing the battery?  The manual specifically says to remove it if you are charging the battery from dead.  There is no electricity...

So, having started this thread about battery maintenance, I have gone and made the unforgiveable (not to mention embarrassing) schoolboy error of NOT maintaining my battery! 😖🤦‍♂️  Yes... I am feeling like a complete numpty right now! I went to check on the bike the other day (its garaged a...

I am using an oxford Aquatex https://www.amazon.co.uk/Oxford-Motorbike-Motorcycle-Aquatex-CV207/dp/B06XKB59HJhttp:// I've used an Aquatex for other bikes and was pretty pleased with it.  I looked at them for the RT, but didn't think there was one big enough to cover panniers and top-case.&...

Hi folks Many thanks for the input... I will charge direct to battery.  Disconnecting the battery is an option of course, especially for longer periods not using the bike.  However, i generally feel more comfortable having an active alarm.  Personal preference I guess.&...

Hello all I'm a newb on the forum and a newb to BMW motorbikes, having just bought a 1250RT recently.  Looking for recommendations for a reasonably priced cover for the bike.  Ideally, I'd like it to fit with the panniers and top-case attached.  It doesn't have to be super...

Hello all New to the forum and to BMW motorbikes, having just bought my 1250 RT very recently.  So please go easy on me... at least at first! :-) I have an Optimate 3 that I have used for several years, on other bikes, with no problems.  I don't really want to upgrade to an Optimat...