BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Go for it, you know you want to & it's Christmas.

I've got an RT plate on mine, the finishing touch.

Had it made by my name-sake David Sykes (Superbikes) with their details on the bottom.

Personalised Registration:- http://dvlaregistrations.direct.gov.uk/

RT12 BAZ is available.

Magnetic Sump Plug:- http://www.nippynormans.com/products/r1 ... -24140-000

Paint Protector Set:- http://www.nippynormans.com/products/r1 ... det-021302

Matt Hull wrote the article, he is the Technical Editor for Ride Mag. He can be contacted on 01733 468015 or email: matt.hull@ride.co.uk "Quality gasoline should be stable almost indefinitely if stored properly. Such storage should be in an airtight container (to prevent oxidation or water vapo...

Recently bought a Ride Mag. (January 2015), there is an article on how to prepare your bike for winter hibernation. "Petrol goes off in a couple of months, causing lots of problems, especially with the modern levels of ethanol used. Either drain your system completely, or use a fuel stabilizer ...

Looks like a nice neat DIY installation. The Dealers wanted £200 to install Sat. Nav. & Autocom equipment on my 2012 RT, took the DIY option. It must be only the SPA unit that has a power point for the Bluetooth module. Powering the Bluetooth Module:- http://www.autocom.co.uk/manuals/BTM02AManua...

If you have the latest autocom then I believe the Bluetooth module takes its power from the autocom unit? Autocom - Technical Advice:- http://autocom.co.uk/helmet-communications-technical-manuals.html Have a look at the "BTM-02A Compatibility with Pre-2009 Models" button. On an early &quo...

DaygloDavid wrote: It's a shame the ferry doesn't run from Newcastle to Norway anymore.

Looks like this may change in 2016, support the campaign:- http://www.ferrytonorway.com/

See this UKGSer thread for more details:- http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread ... y-campaign

Yes, it's an RT Forum, therefore, all members will own one, however, you may have or had more than one bike.

I've also got a 1981 Yamaha XJ650.



What other bikes have you got or had?

I believe some Scala Rider Headsets include FM Radio, might be worth a look.

A few shots from our 2014 trip. Bilbao - Transporter Bridge, (the oldest working bridge in the world). http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo80/davidsykes/Spain2014352_zps616e8861.jpg http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo80/davidsykes/Spain2014366_zpseb0b946d.jpg Great road surfaces, smooth, no cat's...

Yes, the link works, thanks. Also available from AMC, not sure about postage:- http://www.amcmoto.co.uk/side-stand-pads/bmw-r-1200-rt-plate-side-stand-enlarger-pad.html Have changed the 2010 model I was referring to, haven't checked the new (used) 2012 model, it's tucked away until 2015. Why did you...

beemerbaz wrote: Beautiful part of Europe. [emoji106]

It was our second visit to the region.

Austria last June Dave, sadly it's washed off now, was a nice trophy while it lasted [emoji3] Still got mine on the headlight protector/converter from September 2013. http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo80/davidsykes/Spain2014250_zps9d9fd6a0.jpg This photo was taken in September 2014 at Os de Civi...