Best tyres and oil for your R1200RT/R1250RT get other users opinions here.
Michelin Pilot Road 2
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by
David. »
Sat Oct 17, 2020 9:56 pm
With Dunlop Roadsmarts likely to be unavailable soon, I'll be looking for an alternative tyre in the future. Michelin PR2's are listed by BMW as one...
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Last post by David.
Thu Oct 20, 2022 4:17 pm
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Last post by TexasCountry
Tue Oct 18, 2022 9:15 pm
Pirelli Supercorsa SP V3?
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TexasCountry »
Tue Oct 18, 2022 9:06 pm
Anyone run a set of Pirelli Supercorsa SP V3’s on their RT yet? How do you like them? I’m looking for sticky tires, not longevity.
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Last post by TexasCountry
Tue Oct 18, 2022 9:06 pm
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Last post by Ed Harley
Sat Oct 08, 2022 2:50 pm
Transmission oil change
by
Marvin2Shoes »
Thu Oct 06, 2022 2:07 am
I watched lots of YouTube videos on this subject before I tackled my own bike. I was amazed that the typical methods were to coat everything under...
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Last post by Marvin2Shoes
Thu Oct 06, 2022 2:07 am
Tyre Wear question?
Replies: 4
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Randyjaco »
Tue Oct 04, 2022 11:17 pm
I have a Michelin Road 4 on the rear. It came with the bike and I have no idea how many miles are on it (at least 9k miles). Since I ride in Texas...
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Last post by David.
Wed Oct 05, 2022 6:10 pm
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Last post by David.
Tue Aug 30, 2022 9:32 am
Tyre Air Compressor
Replies: 18
by
Our Gee »
Fri Mar 04, 2022 12:30 pm
Just in the process of prepping the RT for a return to the roads in April. First problem. Trying to remove my Air Compressor from the compartment...
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Last post by Steve398
Fri Jul 08, 2022 3:06 pm
Michelin & Metzeler - Cashback
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by
David. »
Sat Mar 05, 2022 9:13 am
Found this poster on National Bike Tyres FB Page and this link to Cambrian Tyres,
Metzeler Start New Retail Promotion In March | Cambrian Tyres -...
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Last post by David.
Tue Mar 08, 2022 9:59 am
New tyre warning
Replies: 3
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Doctor T »
Fri Mar 04, 2022 1:50 pm
Had to replace my new rear tyre as i found a slit in the sidewall. The company gave a no quibble replacement by next day delivery and collection. I...
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Last post by Doctor T
Mon Mar 07, 2022 3:16 pm
Tyres again sorry
Replies: 39
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Doctor T »
Sun Feb 13, 2022 1:46 pm
At the moment i have PR4 none GT tyres fitted to the RT. After inspecting the front for a slow leak which i cant find. I have also found the front is...
39 Replies
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Last post by David.
Sat Feb 26, 2022 1:31 pm
Metzelers Z8
Replies: 76
by
Levisp »
Fri Dec 12, 2014 8:34 pm
Hi all just bought a pair of Z8 for £184 inc VAT and Delivery from
I've used this company 3 times now for tyres and have always been very...
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Last post by David.
Tue Feb 15, 2022 11:33 am
Cambrian Tyres - News
Replies: 3
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David. »
Wed Feb 09, 2022 9:04 am
In the UK, Cambrian Tyres probably supply most retailers. Their NEWS section News | Cambrian Tyres - The UK's No.1 is a source of up to date info....
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Last post by David.
Mon Feb 14, 2022 1:46 pm
Triumph front wheel on BMW
Replies: 4
by
motorradical »
Mon Jan 03, 2022 8:48 am
My 1st post newbie here- I just bought a 2008 R1200RT police that needs new tires immediately. The font wheel is dented but still holds air....
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Last post by Doctor T
Thu Feb 10, 2022 2:07 pm
Tyre pressures
Replies: 10
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Doctor T »
Mon Feb 07, 2022 2:04 pm
Hi, chaps. I will start i have pilot road 4 on my 2007 RT. I set the pressures as stated in the manual and the front felt like i was running on a...
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Last post by David.
Tue Feb 08, 2022 3:56 pm
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Last post by David.
Mon Oct 11, 2021 3:19 pm
BikespeedUK - Parts & Accessories
Replies: 3
by
David. »
Fri Dec 04, 2020 1:35 pm
Earlier this year (2020) when looking for tyres, I came across BikespeedUK, they were incredibly helpful.
They have currently got some Special...
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Last post by David.
Tue Sep 21, 2021 5:07 pm
Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart
Replies: 82
by
David. »
Sat Mar 21, 2015 4:24 pm
Having seen a pair of Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmarts on an RT yesterday,
I'm drawn towards them because of the tread pattern across the width of the...
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Last post by David.
Sun Aug 22, 2021 7:35 am
Continental - ContiRoad Tyres
Replies: 6
by
David. »
Thu Jan 28, 2021 1:30 pm
Continental have introduced the new ContiRoad to their range of sport touring tyres,
Continental ContiRoad Sport Touring Tires Review,
The above...
6 Replies
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Last post by Our Gee
Thu Mar 04, 2021 11:29 am
Poll of Tyre Options - R 1200/1250 RT
Replies: 130
by
David. »
Sun Feb 22, 2015 11:28 am
The BMW Motorrad Tyre Options,
recommends the following tyre Manufacturers & tread Patterns.
Bridgestone Battlax BT 021, Continental Road Attack,...
130 Replies
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Last post by beemerboy9
Sun Feb 28, 2021 7:35 pm
Can You Name Your Tyres ?.
Replies: 5
by
Our Gee »
Fri Jan 29, 2021 10:34 am
Interesting conversation with a friend yesterday which stemmed from me having an un-repairable puncture on my car. I asked my friend what tyres do...
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Last post by David.
Sun Jan 31, 2021 9:19 am
Tires tires tires.
Replies: 16
by
Dartman340ta »
Tue Nov 03, 2020 1:50 pm
I bought a 2015 rt used . I really like the bike. I’ve always run Michelin tires on my airheads. This bike has road 4’s on it and due for...
16 Replies
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Last post by Dartman340ta
Mon Nov 16, 2020 5:28 pm
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Last post by David.
Sun Oct 25, 2020 8:47 pm
michelin road 50 puncture repair
Replies: 9
by
paulgelineau »
Thu Aug 06, 2020 10:16 pm
My rear tire, (Michelin Road 50) has a small sheet metal screw, (3/16 dia) in the middle of the tread. It's leaking a bit. Tread on the...
9 Replies
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Last post by paulgelineau
Sat Sep 05, 2020 7:45 pm
Mixing Tyre Manufactures !!
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by
Our Gee »
Mon Jul 13, 2020 8:06 am
I don't recall if this has been discussed before on this forum so here goes.
Over a long and varied motorcycling life there have been a number of...
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Last post by BoB21
Mon Jul 13, 2020 8:02 pm
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