BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

I've a UK spec 2018 1200RT, and was playing with the DRL button yesterday while parked up with the engine running. All I could discover is that when you press it, the little green indicator lamp comes on in the dash, and another press turns it off. No difference as far as I can tell to the lights th...

As far as I am aware all models of RT have only ever had two seat heights , however you can specify a low seat version or a factory lowered version when ordering. All seat heights are a compromise but you could maybe have the seat re-profiled. Also it depends whether you have long legs or a long ba...

Hi, I picked up my new to me RT over the weekend The seat felt a bit low for my height of 6'2/ 189 cm So I flipped the adjuster from Low to High and now I can only just reach the ground flat footed. I'm concerned that if I stop on a steepish camber I may misplace my footing and drop the bike, partic...

Thanks all - I've got the VIN from the dealer and checked it on the decoder - it has Shift Assist, ABS Pro and Heated seats apparently. Now I just need to read all about replacement Satnavs as it doesn't come with a BMW NAV VI or V etc. Prod. Date 2017-10-19 Type R1200RT Series K52 (1 Series) Body T...

Hi, New here. I've searched but can't find a definitive answer. Thinking of buying a 2018 R1200RT but I'd like Shift Assist as I had it on my RS and liked it. The dealer with the bike is not sure as it is located at a different showroom, so can anyone confirm whether a 2018 UK model would have Shift...