General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
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..
Modify message
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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
Considering a 2009 or 2012 RT-P
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r1ms12 »
Wed Feb 10, 2016 7:05 pm
I am considering a used RT-P because I like the idea of a heavy duty, unique bike, I don't mind an all white or black and white bike and I would be a...
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Last post by guest2360
Thu Feb 11, 2016 7:36 am
Electronic Suspension Adjustment - 2012 TC
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David. »
Sun Nov 08, 2015 7:30 am
I've often wondered whether or not the Front Shock Absorber is adjusted by the ESA II.
This video, shows that there is an electrical connection on...
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Last post by badger
Wed Feb 10, 2016 6:06 pm
The Cost Of Things
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by guest2360 » Sun Feb 07, 2016 4:25 pm
we all moan about the price of genuine BMW bits, but. Just found a reciept for a BMW Navigator 3 Plus I bought in Oct 2006. ...
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Last post by guest2360
Wed Feb 10, 2016 5:51 pm
COME ON GUESTS
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by guest2360 » Wed Oct 01, 2014 12:26 pm
This forum has been up and running for a couple of months now. There are always 15+ Guests on line but we still only have 48 members. ...
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Last post by Lifer
Mon Feb 08, 2016 3:43 pm
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