General discussion of the BMW R 1200/1250RT
What model bike do I have?
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sakm »
Tue Sep 13, 2022 7:34 pm
There is various types of RT out there and it can get confusing when people are talking about a specific model
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Sat Jan 14, 2023 2:37 pm
Are RT and GS downpipes the same?
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Glacial »
Sat Apr 01, 2023 10:01 pm
The downpipes on my 2011 RT are in a sorry state and have clearly received no TLC in their life. I plan to sand and polish to restore them but if...
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Last post by David.
Sat Apr 01, 2023 10:40 pm
Not having a good W/E Part numbers help
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Doctor T »
Sat Apr 01, 2023 12:44 pm
Checking the oil level this morning and ive noticed a dirty layer of oil coming from the front cover. I guess it is from the front crankshaft seal....
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Last post by Doctor T
Sat Apr 01, 2023 1:38 pm
Pannier question
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Doctor T »
Thu Mar 30, 2023 7:53 pm
07 RT. My RH pannier feels like it has too much play when attached to the bike. I push the handle down, and at the back plunger bar comes up to it's...
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Last post by David.
Fri Mar 31, 2023 10:40 pm
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Last post by GvG
Fri Mar 31, 2023 8:33 pm
Instruments shroud 2009 RT
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jackronner »
Fri Mar 31, 2023 10:18 am
Sorry, can’t seem to upload a photo. This concerns the decorative silver-colored shroud/frame surrounding the main instrument cluster. It popped off...
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Last post by jackronner
Fri Mar 31, 2023 10:18 am
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Last post by Doctor T
Thu Mar 30, 2023 1:26 pm
Parts
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vennie »
Tue Mar 28, 2023 11:29 am
Morning folks.
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Last post by vennie
Wed Mar 29, 2023 6:30 pm
Enhancement code 0033180000
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Glenn »
Tue Mar 28, 2023 6:45 pm
I just put my bikes details in to and find it has an open technical enhancement , anyone know what this enhancement involves, it's a 2018 R1250rt?
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Last post by David and Sally
Wed Mar 29, 2023 12:11 pm
Tested cheap Chinese copy parts
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Doctor T »
Fri Nov 25, 2022 4:26 pm
Am also up for a deal. If i can get bits and pieces cheaper elsewhere i will take a chance. I've always said to myself that i would never recommend...
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Last post by Doctor T
Mon Mar 27, 2023 8:40 pm
How many miles are too many?
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havighurst »
Sat Mar 25, 2023 9:34 pm
I am looking at a used 2016 RT that has 126,000 miles, but has been meticulously maintained. The dealer confirms all the service. It has a new...
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Last post by Ed Harley
Mon Mar 27, 2023 7:05 pm
BMW Rider Weight Guidelines
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David. »
Fri Mar 24, 2023 7:21 am
The BMW weight guidelines for setting suspension and tyre pressures are based on a rider being between 8 - 13 st with an average of 11 st.
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Last post by BoB21
Sun Mar 26, 2023 6:47 am
Windscreen swap?
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ST-Tim »
Sun Mar 19, 2023 1:26 pm
Hello
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Last post by ST-Tim
Sat Mar 25, 2023 6:38 pm
Screen trim
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Doctor T »
Thu Mar 23, 2023 4:52 pm
The last few times of riding in the rain i notice that beads of water fly off the top of the screen and hit the middle of my visor. Is there any trim...
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Last post by Doctor T
Sat Mar 25, 2023 1:02 pm
throttle body sync question
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audibob2 »
Tue Mar 21, 2023 9:45 pm
The last two boxers I owned were air heads, R100/7 and R80 , both needed manual throttle body sync using an air flow meter
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Last post by sakm
Tue Mar 21, 2023 9:47 pm
centre stand painting
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hammo »
Mon Mar 20, 2023 5:31 pm
Has anyone got some idea,s on how to keep the centre stand paintwork in good condition , sick of wire brushing and hammerite paint as it still gets...
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Last post by Panman40
Tue Mar 21, 2023 6:22 pm
Sena vs. Cardo
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Rotordude »
Sat Mar 11, 2023 3:09 pm
I have an old Sena 20s that has served me well but it’s time to upgrade. Between Sena and Cardo, what model works the best.
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Last post by Doctor T
Mon Mar 20, 2023 1:17 pm
HEED Engine Bars
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DLS »
Sun Mar 19, 2023 11:38 pm
2021 1250RT, anyone added the HEED engine bars?
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Last post by Kim_Y
Mon Mar 20, 2023 3:54 am
Indoor bike cover
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Panman40 »
Fri Mar 10, 2023 8:04 am
I’m on the lookout for a relatively cheap indoor type cover that will fit the 1250RT with top case and panniers fitted, any ideas ? :-D
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Last post by Excellence
Sun Mar 19, 2023 2:31 pm
Fog lamp
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Doctor T »
Sat Mar 18, 2023 4:25 pm
What are your thoughts regarding fitting a rear fog lamp?. It gets really foggy and sea mist around here. My R80rt ex-police bike had one fitted....
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Last post by Doctor T
Sun Mar 19, 2023 12:58 pm
Caveat emptor Chinese products
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jackronner »
Thu Mar 16, 2023 9:24 pm
I just got ripped off by Lookie Store through AliExpress. Ordered front and back crash bars, as advertised as a package, and they only sent the...
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Last post by jackronner
Sat Mar 18, 2023 8:34 am
Riders seat.
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Jeffo »
Sun Mar 12, 2023 10:29 pm
Hi I am a newbie. I have owned a number of BMW bikes. I am after a standard factory riders seat for a 2017 RT 1200. Any suggestions.
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Last post by Doctor T
Mon Mar 13, 2023 6:19 pm
How may…
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Steve398 »
Sun Mar 12, 2023 9:27 am
A silly question- anyone know of a way to find out how many new RT’s were registered from 2014 onwards in the UK?
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Last post by Doctor T
Sun Mar 12, 2023 6:21 pm
1200RT sidelights stay on
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Nick Evans »
Wed Aug 15, 2018 11:45 am
Hello all, first post and all that.
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Last post by Matchless56
Fri Mar 10, 2023 5:31 pm
Going to be a fun ride home!
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Windy »
Wed Mar 08, 2023 9:31 pm
At least the snow doesn’t seem to be settling!! I leave work at midnight so looking forward to seeing how my new RT is in inclement weather!!
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Last post by Windy
Thu Mar 09, 2023 9:39 am
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