BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

This link can be used to download an owner's handbook in PDF format.

http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/inde ... _main.html

This link can be used to find the tyres which BMW Motorrad recommend for your bike.

http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/inde ... _main.html

Have text a link to 3 fellow RT Riders.

From the Rider's Manual The oil level varies with the temperature of the oil. The higher the temperature, the higher the level of oil in the sump. Checking the oil level with the engine cold or after no more than a short ride will lead to misinterpretation of oil level. In order to ensure that the ...

Z6 or Z8's, most of my riding is done 2 up plus luggage, probably get around 6K out of the tyres.

Over 8K miles, which Metzelers are you on, is your riding solo, 2 up or both.

I like pilot road too. I will need some new tyres shortly and will go for them BUT I am going to see if I can get original pilot roads, Have you noticed that as they bring out 2s 3s GTs they seem to go up in price by £30 increments a pair.?? ::) I never had any problems with the original ones. This...

Interesting comments about the vibration of the new LC RT, I too test rode one recently.

The bike I was comparing it against was a 2010 Twin Cam model, and after the ride on the LC, I preferred the TC.

In the end, I part-ex'd the 2010 bike with 38K miles on for a 2012 with 3K on the clock.

beemerbaz wrote:My question is, what is the difference between the 023 and the 023GT ?

The GT Spec. is for Heavy Weight Bikes.

As above, have struggled to find a site dedicated to RT's, hopefully this one will fill the gap.

Next time you are in the UK, pop up and see Mick Kendrick in Sunderland, he recently reset mine.

Alternatively, purchase a GS-911 Diagnostic Service Tool and DIY.