General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
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Masq85 »
Sun Feb 28, 2016 11:13 pm
Like a lot of people I'm hoping to pick up my new RT in a couple of weeks. I've even got a weekend in Bruge booked in May. What I was wondering, and...
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Last post by Levisp
Mon Feb 29, 2016 9:26 pm
The joys of the switch cluster
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Gadgetsandwheels »
Sun Feb 28, 2016 11:34 am
After having the 2015 GSA fail on a number of things... One of which being the left hand switch cluster, I may well be having the same problem with...
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Last post by smileymiley
Sun Feb 28, 2016 1:56 pm
Are After Market Parts Too Expensive?
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Lifer »
Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:32 pm
Ok... I have had several other bikes and scooters.
I have always thought that after market parts are pretty expensive... and now with BMW - it is...
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Last post by guest2360
Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:41 pm
Links to this site ?
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STeinar »
Wed Feb 24, 2016 7:20 am
Could I kindly ask you all to help me in my work to make this site known to the world, by linking to this site from as many other sites you may find...
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Last post by juniorswailing
Wed Feb 24, 2016 10:33 am
2014 RT Coolant Leak?
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LC cool »
Tue Feb 23, 2016 12:20 am
My bike went in to the dealer for its 1st service on Thursday, i told about them about slight coolant leak from the tell tale hole on the left hand...
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Last post by guest2360
Tue Feb 23, 2016 1:49 pm
Just Say Hey
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Lifer »
Mon Feb 08, 2016 5:06 pm
I just wanted to introduce myself and thank you for this forum.
I have been riding on and off since about 1980... and have had a few different bikes...
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Last post by slowvet
Tue Feb 23, 2016 12:58 am
EMERGENCY QUESTION
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mercator1 »
Sat Feb 20, 2016 10:48 pm
What all will a can of fix-a-flat ruin ? Stranded and waiting on non-existent tow..
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Last post by mercator1
Mon Feb 22, 2016 10:58 pm
New owner
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Gman1969 »
Fri Feb 19, 2016 11:17 pm
hi all, just brought a new ebony rat from canons in Braintree so will be joining the ranks in a month, totally blown away on test ride today, goodbye...
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Last post by Vince Prince
Mon Feb 22, 2016 8:51 pm
Contract Hire
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Gman1969 »
Mon Feb 22, 2016 11:26 am
Hi there has any one got their bike through Contract Hire? Just wondering on costs etc?
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Last post by Gman1969
Mon Feb 22, 2016 4:12 pm
handling
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yorkieboy »
Sat Jan 23, 2016 4:47 pm
Stilll need to get my confidence with this bike going round bends. I felt at ease from the ffirst minute on the zzr1400. Not so with this bike. I...
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Last post by David.
Mon Feb 22, 2016 10:27 am
Questions from a wannabe owner!
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Rusty-pie »
Mon Feb 15, 2016 2:04 pm
Hi, I am considering the purchase of a new or used low mileage (water-cooled) R1200RT and would like some advice from the forum.
I have owned for a...
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Last post by Casbar
Sat Feb 20, 2016 9:17 pm
Man Down
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BMjoe64 »
Sun Feb 14, 2016 12:18 pm
On 24 January last was out for a ride with my regular mate when we hit a load of fuel oil just as we were about to overtake a vehicle on a country...
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Last post by Cleverbee
Sat Feb 20, 2016 11:14 am
Handlebar controls
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Trophyrider »
Fri Feb 19, 2016 5:39 pm
I have a 2009 RT and was wondering if the handlebar controls / levers can be twisted up a little to better suit my wrists? They seem to be down to...
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Last post by Trophyrider
Fri Feb 19, 2016 5:39 pm
alarm system
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turdboman »
Thu Feb 18, 2016 1:49 pm
Looking for input about an alarm for 2016 rt ,the kind with remote . my bike does not have keyless . something for when it's out side a motel on a...
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Last post by turdboman
Fri Feb 19, 2016 1:04 pm
CTEK Battery Charger
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by guest3459 » Wed Feb 17, 2016 12:36 pm
Guys
Does anyone use a CTEK charger with the BMW fitment to plug into the bike - I have just got the fitment from motorworks - plugged in and for the...
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Last post by guest2826
Thu Feb 18, 2016 3:51 pm
Brrrr
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smileymiley »
Tue Feb 16, 2016 7:17 pm
Coldest ride to work this morning of the winter... -5
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Last post by Plod
Wed Feb 17, 2016 10:54 am
low seat
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turdboman »
Wed Feb 17, 2016 2:32 am
Does anyone use the low seat on their RT and if so how do you like it ?
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Last post by STeinar
Wed Feb 17, 2016 9:05 am
Newbie
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Vince Prince »
Sun Feb 14, 2016 4:24 pm
Hi all,
After several months of 'lurking' I've bitten the bullet and taken the Queens shilling. After forty odd years riding, I'm just about to pull...
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Last post by David.
Mon Feb 15, 2016 5:51 pm
Uncomfortable 2015 Seat
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robd1 »
Fri Feb 12, 2016 5:09 am
I'm seeking knowledge from anybody who has had experience in modifying a heated seat. I have the high seat on my RT and it certainly has plenty of...
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Last post by k9doc
Mon Feb 15, 2016 5:06 pm
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Last post by Richmac
Sun Feb 14, 2016 9:32 pm
Just Bought 2014 RT LE
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Casbar »
Fri Jan 29, 2016 1:55 pm
All, thanks for your advice. I have just bought a RT LE, fully loaded. Pick it up tomorrow. My first BMW since I had two R80RTs in the 90s. Its...
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Last post by guest2360
Sun Feb 14, 2016 7:34 pm
Insurance Quotes
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by
Highlandbear »
Sat Feb 13, 2016 11:13 am
Morning All , Has anyone had any dealings with Bennets for insurance ? there policy appears to tick all relevant boxes including RAC cover , policy...
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Last post by Highlandbear
Sun Feb 14, 2016 9:46 am
Riding with luggage & pillion
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by
adewhitmarsh »
Thu Feb 04, 2016 6:59 pm
I would like some advice on riding with luggage & a pillion.the weight off the bike when loaded up is very heavy,any tips on this.also my wife...
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Last post by Steve F
Sat Feb 13, 2016 5:31 pm
Warranty problems
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mhr43 »
Sat Feb 06, 2016 2:35 pm
I have been considering adding some extra rear lighting to my 2015 1200RT. As far as I can ascertain BMW does not manufacture anything suitable, so...
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Last post by iRider
Sat Feb 13, 2016 5:27 pm
What do you do with the old seat ?
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iRider »
Thu Feb 11, 2016 6:11 pm
I couldn't decide if this was a question for the ACCESSORY section or the AFTER MARKET PARTS section so i decided to stick it GENERAL DISCUSSION :-)...
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Last post by iRider
Sat Feb 13, 2016 3:37 pm
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