General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
International bike swaps.
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Crater »
Sun Aug 09, 2015 7:00 pm
I've been thinking about this for a while. It's relevant to this site because we have RT owners from the UK, USA, Australia and New Zealand and a few...
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Last post by richardbd
Sun Aug 16, 2015 10:35 pm
Pick it up 8/5
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helyun »
Mon Aug 03, 2015 6:32 pm
Great to be back w BMW and be a part of this forum...Wednesday I pick up my new 2015 RT. Fully loaded. Cant wait to get her rolling and lay down some...
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Last post by guest2360
Mon Aug 10, 2015 3:40 pm
Pre or Post '14 RT?
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wayneosdias »
Thu Aug 06, 2015 11:59 pm
I currently own a 07 R12R. I'm fortunate enough that I can ride for work and live/work in an amazing area for riding. I love my 07 12R, but the jaunt...
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Last post by Spencert231
Sat Aug 08, 2015 11:13 pm
hi all
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srpuywa »
Wed Aug 05, 2015 9:00 pm
new to this forum - have a 2015 RT (4 months old) and have almost 11K miles on it already - Finished a USA Four Corners on it last month in 14 days
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Last post by dsimkins1
Sat Aug 08, 2015 6:44 pm
R1200RT LE Newbie
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alex789 »
Sat Jul 25, 2015 7:36 pm
Hi all, I am new to this site, currently I ride a 2013 K1600gt however I am looking for a lighter ride, are there any ex K1600 owners who have made...
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Last post by sgtgarnier
Sat Aug 08, 2015 3:13 pm
Newbie intro
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dave y »
Fri Aug 07, 2015 1:03 pm
Greetings.
Long time (yeah I'm old) rider. Have several bikes, mostly Hondas.
Just picked up a 2005 R1200RT.
Looking forward to learning...
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Last post by Manofleisur
Fri Aug 07, 2015 7:37 pm
I've been knocked off!!
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smileymiley »
Tue Jul 07, 2015 8:06 pm
Was knocked off the RT this morning :(
Waiting at the A6006/B676 junction to turn right to Melton Mowbray, just pulled off when the car behind...
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Last post by smileymiley
Fri Aug 07, 2015 7:23 pm
Oil level creeping up???
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onegrecook »
Sun Aug 02, 2015 6:48 pm
I'm not sure what to think of this. I just turned over 7,100 miles on my 2015 RT and recently changed the oil and filter (OEM) at 6,000. So...I have...
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Last post by Levisp
Thu Aug 06, 2015 8:44 am
R1200 Accessories
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Rollmaster »
Sun Aug 02, 2015 1:37 pm
Hi all,
Trading in my Wethead GS for a new RT after taking for a test ride. What a difference. Anyway, curious what accessories are a...
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Last post by Spencert231
Wed Aug 05, 2015 12:35 pm
F.S.: lower seat
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SheepDog »
Sun Jun 21, 2015 4:43 am
I appologize in advance if this is the wrong place for this....
I have a lower front seat, black, with heat for sale. It's only been used...
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Last post by Spencert231
Mon Aug 03, 2015 4:38 pm
Mettalic Matte Paint
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by
XoomRT »
Sun Jul 19, 2015 12:29 am
I'm wondering about the durability and upkeep of the Matte finish on the RT.
1) I understand that it should not be waxed or polished.
What are you...
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Last post by Spencert231
Fri Jul 31, 2015 12:19 pm
1st year Service
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Maz12 »
Wed Jul 29, 2015 12:46 pm
Just booked my bike in for it's 1st year service, £195 all in, told that includes engine and final drive oils plus they're going to...
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Last post by BMjoe64
Fri Jul 31, 2015 8:44 am
R 1200 RT In Autsralia
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robert »
Fri Jul 31, 2015 7:25 am
Hi, Guys. Just thought you might like to know a few cost from down under,Australia. I just purchased a new RT.Cost of New RT Here $32000 being 14966...
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Last post by Crater
Fri Jul 31, 2015 8:04 am
Storage Weight Capacity?
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ppalac »
Fri Jul 17, 2015 5:34 pm
Perhaps I'm just skimming the pages too quickly while surfing.
What's the max weight capacity (lbs) for the panniers and top case for the current...
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Last post by richardbd
Sun Jul 26, 2015 10:25 am
Let the fun really begin !!!
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Manofleisur »
Thu Jul 23, 2015 8:10 pm
So 4 weeks after buying my first BMW a 2007 reg R1200RT with one months guarantee it is now spot on, after new clutch fitted and today one day at...
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Last post by Manofleisur
Sat Jul 25, 2015 10:15 pm
Huh??
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halflife1973 »
Thu Jul 23, 2015 10:17 pm
Sent from my Be Touch 2 using Tapatalk
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Last post by Manofleisur
Fri Jul 24, 2015 12:46 pm
Insurance
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step2534 »
Sat Jul 18, 2015 2:42 pm
Ive been with BMW Insurance for the last 15 years. Im 63 yrs old , never had a claim and hold a advanced certificate
Ive just had a quote for...
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Last post by bunny2585
Thu Jul 23, 2015 10:31 am
2016 RT Colors?
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mercator1 »
Sat Jun 27, 2015 4:15 am
Anyone heard rumors about what colors will be offered for 2016? I loved the 2014 Quartz Blue, and before I try to deal on a leftover '14 model,...
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Last post by guest2360
Thu Jul 23, 2015 7:41 am
Got it today
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Zebedee »
Sun Jul 12, 2015 8:39 pm
Picked up the ( new to me ) bike today and it's everything and more I was looking for. Came home the long way, only a 200 mile detour and was...
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Last post by David.
Wed Jul 22, 2015 8:33 pm
Raising the seat.
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Manofleisur »
Mon Jul 20, 2015 5:29 pm
Ok so a couple of weeks into ownership of an 07 reg RT and I ave just raised the seat. As only a shorty I assumed would need the seat on the lowest...
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Last post by Spencert231
Tue Jul 21, 2015 6:40 am
Right hand switch cluster
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Spencert231 »
Thu Jan 08, 2015 1:29 pm
i just received a call from my dealer asking me to bring my bike in regarding right hand cluster as there may be an issue with starting. Anybody else...
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Last post by David.
Sat Jul 18, 2015 10:57 am
Potholes
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Spencert231 »
Thu Jun 25, 2015 6:46 am
we all see potholes of various shapes and sizes and how long it takes the authority to fix them. MCN and MAG run a campaign to get them sorted. We...
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Last post by Spencert231
Sat Jul 18, 2015 8:24 am
Motorbike Shed/Garage
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chrisvh »
Wed Jul 15, 2015 8:54 pm
I am looking at secure motorbike sheds/garages. I have seen the Asgard which looks pretty good. Has anyone experience of storing a RT in one of...
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Last post by Bumpkin
Thu Jul 16, 2015 9:44 pm
Planning to be nice to me
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Mr Gone »
Tue Jul 14, 2015 12:59 am
I'm currently riding FJR1300. Looking to gift myself with R1200Rt. I First fell in love with R90s And boxer motor in 70's. Cat in my high school had...
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Last post by halflife1973
Thu Jul 16, 2015 7:25 pm
Rear wheel recall
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gru »
Sun Jul 12, 2015 11:21 pm
I recently took my bike in for replacement of aluminum rear hub with steel rear hub. My question is: dose the rear end oil have to be drained to do...
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Last post by gru
Mon Jul 13, 2015 4:20 pm
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