General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
What model bike do I have?
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Stu »
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
Here is a list of some of the common...
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Last post by LochiesDad
Wed Jun 19, 2024 10:08 am
Should I just accept it?
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Fieldstone »
Sun Apr 27, 2025 7:04 pm
I have a 2029 RT with a VI nav and a Sena communicator.
Phone works, nav works but bike iPod to helmet just not happening.
Worked a few times but now...
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Last post by Fieldstone
Mon Apr 28, 2025 11:38 pm
Hi Seat Options
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bigbruce »
Mon Apr 28, 2025 1:42 am
Before I bite the bullet and order the high BMW seat I was wondering if there are any better options. Does the tall BMW seat still have the forward...
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Last post by Glenn
Mon Apr 28, 2025 6:44 pm
What do you consider lugging the engine?
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omniphil »
Mon Apr 21, 2025 9:28 pm
I generally like to keep the RPMs low when cruising around, in between 2000 and 3000 rpms.
Where do you feel lugging the engine is, under 3000? under...
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Last post by Panman40
Sun Apr 27, 2025 5:05 pm
Hella to USB socket - R1250RT
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skr80 »
Sun Apr 27, 2025 2:56 pm
U have removed my Hella socket and fancy replacing with a twin / triple USB jobby. I Know Nippy Normans etc sell them for £30-£40.
Has anyone found...
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Last post by skr80
Sun Apr 27, 2025 2:56 pm
central locking
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EasyRider »
Tue Sep 17, 2024 6:06 am
Do you use the key to lock your panniers or just use the central locking. With me, if i'm staying near the bike i just use the central locking. But...
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Last post by Timcully
Sat Apr 26, 2025 6:06 pm
R1250RT Clutch Engagement Spot
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omniphil »
Sun Mar 23, 2025 11:07 am
Hello all,
I am guessing this is probably my first bike with a hydraulic clutch but the engagement spot is too far out for my liking...
I'll had...
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Last post by omniphil
Sat Apr 26, 2025 11:52 am
Trim Pieces for 1250RT panniers
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rugger »
Thu Apr 24, 2025 7:26 pm
Hello all
Over the past 3 years I have dinged up the painted trim covers on my side cases. I have ordered the replacements as I have not found...
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Fri Apr 25, 2025 1:28 pm
never to old to learn
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EasyRider »
Mon Apr 07, 2025 8:37 am
So when i brought Artie, I did the spec checks mainly on wet/dry weight .
Because i thought that the RT was a tourer with luggage, I thought the...
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Last post by beemerboy9
Thu Apr 24, 2025 3:51 pm
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Last post by Owen2737
Tue Apr 22, 2025 5:45 pm
Volume issues.
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by
traffic273 »
Sat Apr 12, 2025 5:32 pm
On my 25 RT1250, I have my Cardo paired with the TFT along with my 1phone 13. I can play music through media but the sound is distorted (as if the...
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Last post by Loopers
Mon Apr 21, 2025 11:41 pm
Top box lock
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by
Ribcracker »
Sat Apr 19, 2025 10:47 pm
I’ve just bought the BMW top box for my RT.
It came with no lock, so I ordered one and put it in myself.
The bike has the keyless ride central...
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Last post by bruce2000ltc
Mon Apr 21, 2025 5:32 pm
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Last post by Glenn
Sat Apr 19, 2025 6:34 pm
Phone mount for 2021+ models
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by
jesim1 »
Tue Apr 01, 2025 9:06 pm
I'm considering fitting a phone mount for my R1250 2022 RT and would be interested what people are using and how you have found it?
I thought...
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Last post by Bashafoc
Fri Apr 18, 2025 5:32 pm
Cooling system refill
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by
Glencoe »
Wed Apr 16, 2025 8:25 pm
Following a water leak, and after filling the radiator, will the cooling system operate properly without pressurising the system?
I also believe...
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Last post by Glencoe
Thu Apr 17, 2025 5:22 pm
No Power
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by
Crash 9411 »
Mon Apr 14, 2025 1:06 am
I took all of the plastic off my bike to check the air filter, and give it a good cleaning, and when I buttoned it back up and het the power up...
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Last post by Crash 9411
Tue Apr 15, 2025 7:03 pm
Which fuel
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by
Windy »
Mon Feb 27, 2023 2:20 pm
I'm getting my r1200rt (2005) in a week just wondered if its better to run on premium unleaded or the standard stuff? Cheers
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Last post by David.
Mon Apr 14, 2025 3:37 pm
Wobbly Boxes.
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by
Greefy67 »
Sun Apr 06, 2025 12:05 pm
As per the title. While my 2006 RT is off the road awaiting a bevel box rebuild I've been looking at a few little tasks. One of which is wobbly...
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Last post by EasyRider
Mon Apr 07, 2025 3:57 am
GS 911 Worth it???
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by
Clayshooter08 »
Wed Dec 25, 2024 4:01 pm
Ok, I just bought my first BMW and want to know if the investment into a GS 911 is worth the $400???
I have been looking at different service You...
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Last post by Gavj
Sun Apr 06, 2025 6:20 pm
Pillion
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EasyRider »
Sat Apr 05, 2025 7:04 pm
So this weekend my wife eldest daughter (36) came to stay.
I have said in another thread that i would buy here a bike if you gets her CBT.
Well we...
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Last post by EasyRider
Sun Apr 06, 2025 1:42 pm
R1250RT - Sheriffs Dept Test
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Capt Sisko »
Sat Apr 05, 2025 7:15 pm
Not exact light reading, but below is a link to an appraisal of the 2022 R1250RT-P Vs a Yamaha FJR1300P and two HDs for police patrol use. Not...
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Sat Apr 05, 2025 7:15 pm
HELP .. HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT ISSUE
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by
SYDSYD »
Fri Apr 04, 2025 9:52 pm
2012 with the knob to adjust the headlight... it does not work.. I have the bike apart and I am not sure if there is a part missing or what.. the...
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Last post by David.
Sat Apr 05, 2025 6:22 am
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Fri Apr 04, 2025 3:07 pm
Headlight Adjustment Broken?
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by
Sullivj »
Mon Jul 18, 2016 8:09 am
My headlight adjusting knob just seems to spin one way or the other, with no obvious change to the beam.
Any ideas what might be broken? Is it...
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Last post by SYDSYD
Wed Apr 02, 2025 6:30 pm
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Last post by Fieldstone
Wed Apr 02, 2025 3:40 am
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