General discussion of the BMW R 1200/1250RT
2017 OBD-II Port
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_tim_ »
Tue Jul 25, 2017 1:59 pm
Does anyone know where they've moved the OBD-II port to on the '2017 bikes, now that it's a standard OBD port and not the old round 10 pin plug?
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Last post by Paggers
Thu Jul 27, 2017 7:56 am
Insurance
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by
mhr43 »
Wed Jun 28, 2017 8:57 pm
Need to renew my insurance shortly. Most premiums are in a similar range for the same type of cover. Whilst there are many reviews on line...
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Last post by Paggers
Wed Jul 26, 2017 8:14 pm
2018 models
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by
richardofyorks »
Wed Jul 26, 2017 12:53 pm
The option with mars red/slate grey paint seems to have what is described as a sports windshield . It looks a bit smaller in area than the standard...
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Last post by Casbar
Wed Jul 26, 2017 2:35 pm
Acceleration
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by
MEM62 »
Fri Jul 14, 2017 2:46 pm
The other half and I have just returned from a tour of Spain. The 2012 RT performed well as it always does.
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Last post by Casbar
Tue Jul 25, 2017 5:22 pm
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Last post by guest2360
Thu Jul 20, 2017 7:17 pm
Grip puppies - fatigue
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timminator »
Sun Jun 11, 2017 11:25 pm
Installed a set of grip puppies last weekend, and I must say my reviews are mixed. While they do decrease the vibration and tingling sensation,...
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Last post by DBLXX
Thu Jul 20, 2017 2:03 pm
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Last post by gogs01
Wed Jul 19, 2017 3:46 pm
Paint repairs
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by
Pete1200 »
Tue Jul 18, 2017 7:34 pm
Well I have to own up to being a little bit clumsy and twice my bike has been laid down at a standstill on gravel, leaving the rocker box cover...
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Last post by T6pilot
Wed Jul 19, 2017 3:43 am
Numb butt
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panaray »
Mon Jul 17, 2017 8:52 pm
I think I have seen this elsewhere in the forum.
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Last post by Oldbrook
Tue Jul 18, 2017 7:58 am
A new (used) RT owner
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panaray »
Sun Jul 02, 2017 2:47 pm
Just bought my first touring bike after many decades of sport bikes. My new (used) beauty is a 2011 RT Polar Metallic with low suspension. Came with...
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Last post by guest2360
Mon Jul 17, 2017 5:06 pm
Shade For Sat Nav
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by guest3954 » Thu May 25, 2017 7:53 am
Nice simple piece of kit. :)
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Last post by jjwill
Mon Jul 17, 2017 4:57 pm
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Last post by Paggers
Mon Jul 17, 2017 7:59 am
Torque settings with anti seize
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timminator »
Sat Jul 15, 2017 3:35 pm
Just put a new set of PR4s on my 2016 LC. I removed the wheels and took them to a shop with proper mounting and balancing equipment, saves a...
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Last post by timminator
Mon Jul 17, 2017 2:15 am
Front suspension damping/preload non ESA
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panaray »
Thu Jul 06, 2017 2:09 am
My MY11 without ESA feels under damped when riding with a passenger. I'm 150 lbs and the Mrs is 130 lbs (I've been told).
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Last post by MEM62
Sat Jul 15, 2017 5:11 pm
Harley Sold, Gone, Now What??
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by
RTtourer »
Sat Jun 24, 2017 10:24 pm
I posted here last Fall considering a change from my HD Ultra Limited to a R1200RT. Since then, I was diagnosed with hearing loss with associated...
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Last post by Casbar
Thu Jul 13, 2017 5:44 pm
Photos from my Irish trip
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by
Sullivj »
Sun Jun 11, 2017 8:07 am
After 1,400 miles over 10 days, I'm now back home from Ireland.
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Last post by Sullivj
Tue Jul 11, 2017 7:59 pm
Buy 2010 or 2007 R1200RT?
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by
blastfurnace »
Wed Jun 28, 2017 3:49 pm
I have been thinking about getting either a 2007 or a 2010 R1200RT for touring with my wife, both day trips and longer trips. I currently have...
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Last post by blastfurnace
Tue Jul 11, 2017 12:46 pm
Test ride
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timminator »
Sun Jul 09, 2017 3:37 am
Took this bad boy for a test ride today, may be landing in a garage near me soon. Everyone needs a city bike in addition to their touring one,...
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Last post by guest2360
Mon Jul 10, 2017 7:17 am
ITS N0T A BIKE BUT ITS DEFINITELY NOT A CAR
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by guest2360 » Fri Jun 30, 2017 7:54 pm
Having now been on 3 wheels for a couple of weeks I've come to some conclusions which might be helpful for those considering such a move. My...
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Last post by guest2360
Sat Jul 08, 2017 4:04 pm
Scissor jack to lift front wheel
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timminator »
Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:07 am
Need to remove front wheel to get tire replaced. I don't have a proper wheel stand, but I do have a number of scissor jacks and hydraulic floor...
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Last post by Our Gee
Fri Jul 07, 2017 6:32 pm
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Last post by davidr8
Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:21 pm
Picked Up My New RT Today!
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by
RTtourer »
Sun Jul 02, 2017 2:25 am
Just rode it home this afternoon and love it, so far. I don't think my sentiments will change either! I don't plan on doing too much to the bike. I'm...
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Last post by RTtourer
Tue Jul 04, 2017 2:44 am
Touring
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by
steve.sharkey »
Wed Jun 14, 2017 1:27 pm
Getting excited now, just 16 days and I'll be starting my 18 day tour to Norway.
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Last post by steve.sharkey
Sun Jul 02, 2017 6:57 am
The Deed Is Done
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by guest2360 » Mon Jun 05, 2017 6:32 pm
Well after a 21 year continuous ownership,of BMW bikes I have today jumped ship. My LC is at Pidcocks complete with its Nav V and full Autocom...
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Last post by smileymiley
Fri Jun 30, 2017 4:43 pm
Prospective '12 RT owner
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panaray »
Tue Jun 20, 2017 6:40 pm
Hello there. A neophyte here.
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Last post by panaray
Thu Jun 29, 2017 2:59 pm
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