BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

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Them Richa Ghents dont look too bad as  with having small digits i prefer more subtle gloves, I had a pair of the Richa artic but they were far too thick and i couldn't feel the switches.

Hi there,Just a brief one, Has anyone had any experience with Rukka Virrium?,I've been looking for a new pair of gloves preferably Gortex and these seem to be have good reviews,I know there not a winter glove but a few have said there good for 3 seasons and that they can hold out a good downpour,als...

Just to clarify that my conversation with Tony regarding the gel pad in a heated seat was a genuine inquiry.

I phoned Tony a few months ago(he's done some belting work for me to) regarding a gel pad on my  2016 RT low seat due to it hardly having any foam,and he said that i wont be able to use the heat obviously due to it melting the gel pad.
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I've got a BMW Motorrad Insured Warranty. The exhaust system is not covered under the warranty. I spoke to BMW Warranty Services, suggesting that, under the "Electrical system", failure of all electrical control units is covered. My thoughts were that the failed exhaust flap servomotor wa...

The dealer's diagnosis was that the exhaust flap servomotor (positioner unit) required replacing. The flap itself was free to move through 90deg (full open to full closed & back) once the cables had been disconnected. Was quoted £234.74 parts & labour to replace the motor. The part with a 1...

Put some Touratech on mine,Yeah they are a bit pricey but i think they look good and there a real sturdy fit.

Have you tried a spray of WD40 , i did on mine when it was sticking as i noticed that water can sit inside it.

Thanks folks
The oils been in about 2 weeks with about 100 mlie of riding ,I'll drop it this afternoon then hopefully get the right stuff from Motorworks over the hill in Holmfirth, and crossed fingers that nothing too drastic has happened :wonder:

Morning all I recently did an oil change on my 16 RT (17.5k) I used genuine BMW filter but due to the extortionate price of the Advantage oil i opted for the mainly second best option of Castrol Edge Titanium 5/40,Now for some reason changing gear mainly 1-2-2-3 has become a bit agricultural.I know ...

David. wrote: Would that be at Northwich.

Yeah,, Great cafe there too

Slightly longer but more scenic and you can stop off at J & S for a brekky and a look at the bike gear < Bingo!&nbsp; be

Welcome to my world,,I live in Glossop all my life and from my earliest memory regarding Tintwistle (30 years+)there have been plans for a by-pass,They do nothing for the infrastructure but plenty towards the building of Un-afordable houses.

I can see his point TBF,Im only a short arse but with the low seat on my RT I manage to get it about quite well( A lot more easier 2 up ).I feel that the more foot area you have on the floor the more confidence it gains,theres nothing worse than pulling up lowering your left leg and trying to get yo...