General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
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Last post by ds99
Tue Aug 09, 2016 1:05 pm
Paint codes
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Alcfire »
Fri Aug 05, 2016 8:20 pm
Hi again all, finally bought me a BMW R1200RT, 2011 with only 14500 miles, audio, and full BMW service history, only had it 1 week so far and loving...
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Last post by Alcfire
Mon Aug 08, 2016 8:48 pm
2013 R1200RT
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elephant8869 »
Sun Aug 07, 2016 7:38 am
I'm back on a 2013 RT this weekend for my blood bike charity and three things stand out compared to the new watercooled bikes. The bike has...
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Last post by elephant8869
Sun Aug 07, 2016 7:38 am
Timing bolt replacement...
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Sullivj »
Fri Aug 05, 2016 8:14 pm
My timing bolts were annoyingly rusty, which was playing havoc with my OCD..
So today, I swopped them for new ones. BMW only charge £27.94 for 12...
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Last post by stayingupright
Sat Aug 06, 2016 7:57 am
DataTag Found
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Sullivj »
Thu Aug 04, 2016 5:33 pm
When I got my new (2nd hand) bike, there was no mention of a data tag.
When I was cleaning under the swinging arm, I noticed a very faint number. A...
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Last post by fatnfast
Fri Aug 05, 2016 10:21 pm
Old RT to go
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The Standard »
Fri Aug 05, 2016 8:50 am
Hi all
After reading many posts on this site, I've decided to take the plung and replace my 2005 RT with a new one. It arrives September the...
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Last post by The Standard
Fri Aug 05, 2016 8:50 am
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Last post by ds99
Fri Aug 05, 2016 6:48 am
short fingers
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RogerM »
Thu Aug 04, 2016 8:45 pm
I need your help to find some new gloves that will fit my short fingers. All my previous gloves have a little flappy bit of unused glove on the end...
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Last post by T6pilot
Thu Aug 04, 2016 9:03 pm
Ground Anchor
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Casbar »
Sun Jul 31, 2016 10:55 am
I have a ground anchor and a big chain in my garage. Used to lock the Harley by putting the chain over the engine and under the frame. Now I can't...
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Last post by Casbar
Thu Aug 04, 2016 1:59 pm
It's here, with an unexpected gift
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Sprintgull »
Fri Jul 29, 2016 1:48 pm
Well the great day (Weds) came and I rode the trusty old 13GT west to CW in Dorchester. How many of us ride our bikes for the last time and...
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Last post by Sprintgull
Thu Aug 04, 2016 1:08 pm
New to the forum....hello!
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Gadelson »
Tue Aug 02, 2016 5:21 pm
Hi gang!
I've been a Harley rider for 40 years 'cause I like the low seat height (and the roar),but now I live in the hills of West Vancouver BC...
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Last post by Gadelson
Wed Aug 03, 2016 8:04 pm
Newbie
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Tone »
Mon Aug 01, 2016 5:54 pm
Hi all, I'm new to this forum also BMW! I've been riding bikes since 17, apart for a 4year gap for babies. Mostly I've had and still have old Brit...
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Last post by richardbd
Mon Aug 01, 2016 9:47 pm
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Last post by Dollygray
Mon Aug 01, 2016 7:53 pm
Proper bike mounting technique
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timminator »
Sat Jul 16, 2016 9:15 pm
I learned something new today, it may be old news to many of you, but thought I would share anyway.
How many of you have dragged your boot heel...
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Last post by Cleverbee
Mon Aug 01, 2016 11:47 am
BKS Leather Trousers
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Casbar »
Wed Jul 27, 2016 5:19 pm
Was wondering if anyone has any BKS police style leather trousers and if they are any good. I know a lot of Forces use BKS but was looking for some...
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Last post by DaveCly
Mon Aug 01, 2016 11:30 am
Digital display while radio is on.
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timminator »
Mon Jul 18, 2016 2:30 am
I have the display setup to show the digital spedometer, I find this much easier to read than the analog dial. When I turn the radio on, it...
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Last post by TJRL
Sun Jul 31, 2016 8:27 pm
Rear caliper mounting bolt
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chrismckay »
Sun Jul 31, 2016 6:06 pm
Hello Guys,
I am ordering from Pro-Bolt a selection of stainless steel fasteners.
I am looking for the dimensions of the rear brake caliper...
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Last post by chrismckay
Sun Jul 31, 2016 7:19 pm
Kill switch vs. Key
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timminator »
Sat Jul 30, 2016 4:31 am
Gents - A buddy told me today to never use the kill switch to shut off your engine. That this is equivalent to pulling the power cord on a...
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Last post by Methos1979
Sun Jul 31, 2016 6:06 pm
2015 BMW R1200RT Just how weather proof?
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Bruce »
Sun Jul 31, 2016 2:37 am
Bought an end of year 2015 R1200RT last summer with pretty much all available options. Haven't had a bike for over 30 years. So far love it. My...
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Last post by Bruce
Sun Jul 31, 2016 5:17 pm
TPS Battery
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Our Gee »
Sun Jul 24, 2016 7:15 pm
Does anyone please know what is the expected Tyre Pressure Sensor battery life.
Thank's. (R1200RT Twin Cam)
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Last post by falconmick
Sun Jul 31, 2016 1:07 pm
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Last post by ds99
Sun Jul 31, 2016 10:49 am
I'm back.
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BMjoe64 »
Sat Jul 30, 2016 3:25 pm
Those of you with longish memories will recall my post accident post earlier in the year. Glad to say that I am somewhere near fitness again and have...
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Last post by smileymiley
Sun Jul 31, 2016 9:22 am
Grip Puppies installation question
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Methos1979 »
Sat Jul 23, 2016 11:04 pm
Just got some new Grip Puppies and they seem like they might be a little long, like a half inch. For those that have installed these did you trim...
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Last post by Simon
Sun Jul 31, 2016 12:27 am
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Last post by BMjoe64
Sat Jul 30, 2016 3:10 pm
Garmin GPS and Canbus issues on RT
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ds99 »
Sat Jul 30, 2016 8:09 am
I want to fit a Garmin 390 GPS into the Canbus system on a 2007 R1200RT.
I have read some reports on forums that the 12v-5v converter lead supplied...
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Last post by David.
Sat Jul 30, 2016 9:13 am
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