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by mondeoman
Fri Jun 07, 2019 4:39 pm
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Glare from plastic instrument panel
Replies: 3
Views: 1023
Wales

Re: Glare from plastic instrument panel

It's a bit of a problem, I find tilting it down does improve a bit,  (it's all to do with angles, ) I wear a yellow reflective vest and when the sun is on the front of that you can see the speedo/rev counter but the LCD panel is lost in the yellow glare, my Honda Crosstourer's panel points ...
by mondeoman
Wed Jun 05, 2019 2:55 pm
Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
Topic: Optimate 4 Won't Work
Replies: 6
Views: 1365
Wales

Re: Optimate 4 Won't Work

That sounds normal to me MEM, I've got that charger, the instructions are a bit confusing , btw, charge with ignition OFF,  this video will tell you all you need to know, it's what told me how the charger works.


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by mondeoman
Mon Jun 03, 2019 9:21 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Getting On The Bike
Replies: 18
Views: 2268
Wales

Re: Getting On The Bike

Mondeoman I did the same thing 3 years ago putting a Honda scooter on stand, follow your doctors and therapist’s advice 110%, recovery sucks, much worse than knee replacement Jim T6, wow, you too 'eh, I'm hopefully into rehab in 3 weeks all being well so fingers crossed !,  really miss rid...
by mondeoman
Sun Jun 02, 2019 4:45 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Getting On The Bike
Replies: 18
Views: 2268
Wales

Re: Getting On The Bike

I always put my weight ,(14 stone) on the left peg when swinging aboard the RT, no probs with side stand, it's pretty meaty and strong.
PS. can't ride or do anything now for 3 months and continuing since I snapped the Achilles tendon in my right ankle putting my Honda Crosstourer on it's centre stand.
by mondeoman
Fri May 10, 2019 10:41 am
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Gearchange Assist
Replies: 29
Views: 2772
Wales

Re: Gearchange Assist

All down to personal choice, for me I had a 2013 RT with normal g/box and after 4 months of heaving the clutch lever every time to change gear and starting to hurt the top of my left foot thanks to the little gear lever I changed to a 2016 RT with the quick shifter, it's great and I wouldn't go back...
by mondeoman
Thu May 02, 2019 7:34 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: RT Stripes.
Replies: 33
Views: 4022
Wales

Re: RT Stripes.

Casbar/Mondeoman Glad you like what I have done. Got the stripes from here (recognise the bike?). He was very helpful in designing and providing the stripes for me. Highly recommended. https://www.gsstickerman.co.uk/shop/liquid-cooled-r1200rt-tri-colour-fairing-pannier-kit/ Steve P Thanks Steve, I ...
by mondeoman
Wed Apr 24, 2019 11:02 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: RT Stripes.
Replies: 33
Views: 4022
Wales

Re: RT Stripes.

paynes1 wrote: I have this on my '17 RT.
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I really really like this, subtle and not to much colour, did you cut the shapes  from stick on vinyl Steve ? info on what you did would be very welcome Steve, thanks.
by mondeoman
Mon Apr 01, 2019 10:33 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Gap insurance
Replies: 24
Views: 2088
Wales

Re: Gap insurance

Not worth it, money down the pan UNLESS you have a total write off crash and if you did then the bike's the least of your worry's,  in the words of Rodney Trotter, " Don't have a crash then "
by mondeoman
Mon Mar 18, 2019 3:06 pm
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Hill start not working
Replies: 13
Views: 1658
Wales

Re: Hill start not working

It works in gear or neutral and uphill/downhill/on the level,  on my bike (2016) Image
by mondeoman
Tue Feb 12, 2019 9:56 am
Forum: For sale
Topic: Brake pedal extension
Replies: 7
Views: 1137
Wales

Re: Brake pedal extension

RTKev wrote: I'll take that off you if its still available, Do you have a paypal account for payment?

Hi RTKev, PM sent this morning, cheers.
by mondeoman
Sun Feb 10, 2019 9:47 pm
Forum: For sale
Topic: Brake pedal extension
Replies: 7
Views: 1137
Wales

Re: Brake pedal extension

Nobody want it ? makes rear braking much,much easier.
by mondeoman
Sun Feb 10, 2019 9:42 am
Forum: For sale
Topic: Brake pedal extension
Replies: 7
Views: 1137
Wales

Re: Brake pedal extension

Brake pedal extension,  2013 or earlier models only,  extends the part that your foot presses on by at least 50% or more,  no more missing the pedal as frequently happens cos' BMW made it too small ! Made from solid alloy,  nicely knurled finish,  longer...
by mondeoman
Fri Feb 08, 2019 12:11 pm
Forum: For sale
Topic: Brake pedal extension
Replies: 7
Views: 1137
Wales

Brake pedal extension

Brake pedal extension,  2013 or earlier models only,  extends the part that your foot presses on by at least 50% or more,  no more missing the pedal as frequently happens cos' BMW made it too small ! Made from solid alloy,  nicely knurled finish,  longer ...
by mondeoman
Thu Feb 07, 2019 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Blueing
Replies: 26
Views: 2589
Wales

Re: Blueing

2016 R1200RT, these look like chrome. https://www.bmwlt.com/forums/attachments/rt-series/125241d1492125352-2016-r1200rt-exhaust-pipe-blueing-img_0001.jpg Re: Blueing This guy used some #0000 grade steel wool & Blue Away. https://www.bmwlt.com/forums/attachments/rt-series/125841d1493408463-2016-...
by mondeoman
Thu Feb 07, 2019 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Blueing
Replies: 26
Views: 2589
Wales

Re: Blueing

Just noticed this in the brochure for the LE, R1200RTLE Additional Equipment · Dynamic ESA · Preparation for GPS Device · Heated Seat · Cruise Control · Additional Power Socket · Gear Shift Assist Pro · Chrome Exhaust ******* · Central Locking System · Tyre Pressure Control ·Anti-TheftAlarm Is that...