General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
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).
What aftermarket options...
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Last post by MEM62
Sat Jul 15, 2017 5:11 pm
Harley Sold, Gone, Now What??
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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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Sullivj »
Sun Jun 11, 2017 8:07 am
After 1,400 miles over 10 days, I'm now back home from Ireland.
The tie down on the Stena Line very was very good. They get the bikes on first, and...
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Last post by Sullivj
Tue Jul 11, 2017 7:59 pm
Buy 2010 or 2007 R1200RT?
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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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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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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.
I'm a long time rider looking to add a long-distance bike to my stable, which consists of Diavel, Brutale and (old)...
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Last post by panaray
Thu Jun 29, 2017 2:59 pm
Hi from the Isle of Wight
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Fabman »
Tue Jun 27, 2017 7:13 pm
Hi everyone,
Just thought I dip my toes in the water , I am a BMW 1200rt wannabe for the last two years but still haven't taken the plunge , I only...
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Last post by Sprintgull
Wed Jun 28, 2017 9:33 pm
Anyone need a battery?
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Sullivj »
Tue Jun 27, 2017 5:20 pm
As part of a recent fault diagnosis, I replaced the battery on my 2012 TC.
As it transpired, the battery was not the problem, and the old one is...
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Last post by Sullivj
Tue Jun 27, 2017 5:20 pm
advanced riding course
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by
michaelc2710 »
Mon May 29, 2017 10:32 pm
Has anyone been on an advanced riding course? I've been riding for approximately 25 yrs but just fancy going on one for the experience.
Did you get...
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Last post by Paggers
Sun Jun 25, 2017 11:03 pm
New BMW Owner - Concord, NC
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by
WillPhelps52 »
Wed May 31, 2017 1:12 am
Hi. I've been riding Harley Davidson motorcycles since 1968. Not all that tall or big to begin with, now that I'm old, I wanted a lighter...
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Last post by WillPhelps52
Sun Jun 25, 2017 10:34 pm
Sena BT Updates
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by guest2360 » Thu Jun 08, 2017 7:13 am
Yesterday a bought my first BT headset device, a Sena 10S. Quite easy to install in helmets and everything seems to work.
However their...
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Last post by Topphoto1
Sun Jun 25, 2017 10:26 pm
Skipping
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Tones »
Fri Jun 23, 2017 9:35 pm
OK, been here a week, so time for the full forum membership to give me their wonderful insight and knowledge!
Noticed that the tyre pressures were...
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Last post by simbo
Sun Jun 25, 2017 9:47 pm
Autocom help please
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by
BBT600 »
Mon May 22, 2017 6:25 pm
Hi Folks. I`m heading off soon to France Italy for some sunshine and touring and I need to get an intercoms in place. I already use a Garmin340 and a...
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Last post by BBT600
Sun Jun 25, 2017 1:36 pm
Longest Day
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smileymiley »
Wed Jun 21, 2017 6:49 am
Well it's the Longest day today with 15 hours, 29 minutes & 48 seconds of daylight. Which is nice..... :)
But on the other hand...... the...
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Last post by Steve F
Thu Jun 22, 2017 2:01 pm
new to forum
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by
diver15 »
Tue Jun 20, 2017 10:40 pm
hi just bought a 2005 r1200rt just a bit different to my sports
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Last post by Sprintgull
Thu Jun 22, 2017 1:31 pm
Question about the forum settings
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Littlebriar »
Mon Jun 19, 2017 1:38 pm
Most forum software apps that I am familiar with have an option to go to the first unread post in a thread. I can't find that feature on this forum....
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Last post by Casbar
Mon Jun 19, 2017 6:10 pm
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Last post by Sprintgull
Mon Jun 19, 2017 10:16 am
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Last post by Paggers
Fri Jun 16, 2017 5:37 pm
BMW Roadside assistance - tires
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timminator »
Thu Jun 01, 2017 3:06 am
I have never used the roadside assistance. Does anyone know if they carry spare tires or have the ability to replace tires? Or are these...
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Last post by guest2360
Thu Jun 15, 2017 8:16 pm
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