BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

I agree with the comments about lack of lock on the 1200RT WC. I have lost one satnav and the replacement has fallen out twice. Pathetic design fault by BMW.

I like the Wunderlich Elephant tank bag.

Mine wasn't a recall. Just a duffer from the delivery.

I picked mine up in April. Kill switch and ignition switch were US. No problem with replacement.

Mine was delivered in April with a sticking switch. Replaced at 600 mile service.

I would agree. I have had them for the last 5-6 years. Possibly the heat takes a fraction longer to get through but it does not cause any problems.

I had problems with the vibes because of a wrist injury. I fitted Grip Puppies and they removed the problem altogether. Highly recommended!

There is an unsubstantiated rumour on a UK site that BMW UK are offering a 3 month warranty extension for recalled bikes. Apparently a letter has been leaked. Interesting!

Has anyone fitted OEM LED additional lights on a 2014 RT?


Thinking about having them installed on mine after seeing lack of visibility of an RT following me for a few miles. Not sure if I am a fan of the "angel eyes" after struggling to spot the following RT.

I changed from the 1600GT to the 1200RT WC in April. Main reason for change was that pillion felt unsettled by the power available. Great vote of confidence in my riding ability! After a bit of re-adjustment to the boxer vibration and reduced power I have loved the ride. The weight differential is ...

I considered the same when the dealer forgot to order the audio system on my last K1600. I decided against it on price grounds, but have it on the new RT. The radio is great. I am a Radio 4 fan and speech is clear and intelligible at over the ton with plugs in. I use moulded plugs with a 22db insert...

Sorry to hear that. I am sure you will love the bike when we eventually get them back. It handles beautifully.

Nippy Norman is advertising the Avant fender extender for the 1200RT LC. £44 but not yet in stock!

I've had a couple of European trips since picking it up including a run down to Italy. After the K1600 I found it a bit vibey to begin with but this seemed to smooth out after a couple of thousand miles. I did miss the power of the K at first but eventually got back into boxer mode. Had the offside ...

I put 4500 on mine before the recall. Love the bike.