General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
First Run Out 2017
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Our Gee »
Fri Feb 03, 2017 6:37 pm
Clear blue skies, 10 degrees C on the thermometer, roads just about clear of the dreaded salt so off came the dust sheets. The Twincam fired up first...
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Last post by Maz12
Fri Feb 03, 2017 8:12 pm
German Bike Friendly Hotels
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Gman1969 »
Mon Jan 30, 2017 1:57 pm
Hi All
Does anyone now any hotels around Gummerbach / Siegen that would have secure Bike parking for a trip we are doing this year?
Cheers
Stuart
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Last post by Gman1969
Fri Feb 03, 2017 1:55 pm
Boxer engines and rider injuries
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bmwdean »
Thu Jan 26, 2017 3:16 pm
This is very interesting. My story would support that finding.
About a dozen years ago, I was riding my BMW R100RT (boxer engine) south on Mission...
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Last post by fatnfast
Thu Feb 02, 2017 6:13 pm
Warranty
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MEM62 »
Mon Jan 30, 2017 4:11 pm
I bought my TC RT new in January 2013. When the warranty expired two years later I decided not to take out the warranty extension. Part...
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Last post by Casbar
Wed Feb 01, 2017 3:31 pm
Russell DL Rear Seat Opinions Wanted -
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DBLXX »
Mon Jan 30, 2017 11:47 pm
I will be ordering a RDL seat for my 2016 BMW R1200RT in the next 2 weeks and have a question about the rear seat. I haven't ever and will never have...
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Last post by realshelby
Wed Feb 01, 2017 12:39 pm
Shaving a seat
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kawabob1 »
Sun Jan 22, 2017 2:34 am
8) Hi all, I have a 2009 RT, I have had it 2 yrs. I have dropped it once due to my short inseam 27 1/2 and would like to shave the seat down....
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Last post by johnarthur
Sat Jan 28, 2017 7:23 pm
Valve Covers for 05-09 R1200RT
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rcjr67 »
Thu Jan 26, 2017 5:49 pm
Hi,
I have a 06 R1200RT I Laid down and both valve cover were damaged and cracked. I looked to replace with OEM but holy smoke at...
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Last post by T6pilot
Sat Jan 28, 2017 1:33 am
Motor vehicles other than motorcycles
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Casbar »
Thu Jan 26, 2017 7:33 pm
So, couple of observations, why has there been an increase in drivers who have a headlight with either no dipped beam or actually out. This morning...
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Last post by nh_handyman
Fri Jan 27, 2017 12:47 pm
New Owner Here
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TheCeleryStalker »
Sun Jan 22, 2017 3:59 am
Hi all,
I just traded in my RnineT on a 2016 RT. I was alittle apprehensive about this bike, to be honest due to the perceived weight and what...
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Last post by TheCeleryStalker
Thu Jan 26, 2017 2:27 am
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Last post by GJ-MOTO
Tue Jan 24, 2017 3:58 pm
Boxer Engine Safety when crashing
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Casbar »
Tue Jan 24, 2017 9:04 am
This is a study completed analysing motorcycle accidents.
In short, because of ABS, more accidents now occur where the motorcycle hits head on....
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Last post by gogs01
Tue Jan 24, 2017 9:56 am
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Last post by guest2360
Sun Jan 22, 2017 11:47 am
Arm rests for pillion
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Danasor »
Fri Jan 13, 2017 1:43 pm
Good morning, new member here.
I used the search function without success to attempt to determine any options that exist for mounting arm rests for...
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Last post by guest3954
Wed Jan 18, 2017 3:12 pm
New R1200RT
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Boroboystu »
Thu Sep 01, 2016 7:46 pm
Hello my name is Stuart , this is my first time on here , I have my heart set on a new R1200RT but have been put off a bit by garages saying that...
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Last post by David.
Tue Jan 17, 2017 10:23 pm
SW Motech Micro Tank Bag
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DBLXX »
Tue Jan 17, 2017 1:21 am
Just installed it and wow. Looks good, fits good, low profile, and sexy. It's a tank ring quick release bag.
Now I don't have to open the side...
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Last post by guest3075
Tue Jan 17, 2017 9:36 pm
New guy.
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war69 »
Mon Jan 16, 2017 9:28 pm
Hello everyone. Been lurking here for a while. Love the forum. Ive been riding 30 years. Love all bikes. Here are a few of my rides. I picked up the...
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Last post by Steve F
Tue Jan 17, 2017 8:52 pm
2017 Trips
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Gman1969 »
Wed Jan 04, 2017 1:49 pm
Hi There
Does anyone know of any European trips happening towards the end of May this year or end of June? Looking at 5 or 6 days.
Cheers
Stuart
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Last post by Gman1969
Tue Jan 17, 2017 7:52 am
Identity Tag
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Sullivj »
Mon Jan 09, 2017 3:30 pm
Does anyone carry any kind of identity tag / ICE (In Case of Emergency) card, should the worst happen?
There are lots out there that require a...
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Last post by Paggers
Mon Jan 16, 2017 3:41 pm
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Last post by gogs01
Sun Jan 15, 2017 10:38 pm
Just Retired
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Hodge »
Wed Jan 11, 2017 3:04 pm
Ladies and Gents.
Today is the first official day of my early retirement.
From now on there is an open road with an endless time limit. :music:
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Last post by guest3075
Sun Jan 15, 2017 8:40 am
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Last post by David.
Sat Jan 14, 2017 10:39 am
Right side Glove Box?
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fastbmw »
Wed Jan 11, 2017 9:45 pm
I have a 2016 r1200rt which includes the left side Glove Box. Question - is there a Glove Box for the Right side? It sure looks like...
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Last post by guest2360
Thu Jan 12, 2017 10:39 am
Abba Skylift - USA
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DBLXX »
Wed Jan 04, 2017 1:20 pm
I'm incredibly bummed. Any USA customers out there NOT have the problem?
Hi David,
I am contacting you before we dispatch your order regarding...
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Last post by DBLXX
Tue Jan 10, 2017 6:14 pm
BMW Streetguard
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Paggers »
Tue Jan 03, 2017 9:24 am
My Rukka gear - bought in August 2008 - is starting to show definite signs of wear and tear so I'm thinking about getting a new two-piece textile...
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Last post by Casbar
Mon Jan 09, 2017 6:17 pm
Engine colour
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blokeonthemove »
Mon Jan 09, 2017 1:30 pm
There is an RT group on Facebook that I follow, where there is a chap with a brand new RT in white but has silver engine and running gear, I...
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Last post by Rols
Mon Jan 09, 2017 5:23 pm
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