General discussion of the BMW R1200RT/R1250RT
'15 Oil Drain Plug Dimensions
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by
wayneosdias »
Fri Sep 25, 2015 5:17 am
Looking for the dimensions of the oil plug. Considering using the Stahlbus Oil Drain. The latest BMW app they show is for 2013.3 GS w the dims of...
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Last post by Steve398
Mon Mar 28, 2022 2:36 pm
Long-term bike storage
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by
jackronner »
Wed Mar 23, 2022 10:06 pm
My plan to buy a bike in France/Britain, return from the US for yearly tours, and store it at a Parisian friend's garage has gone tits up, so...
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Last post by Doctor T
Sun Mar 27, 2022 12:57 pm
ASC
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Doctor T »
Sat Mar 26, 2022 3:12 pm
A couple of questions. On my 07 RT i have a switch with ASC written on it. I know it is the stability control but when pushed should a warning light...
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Last post by Doctor T
Sun Mar 27, 2022 12:55 pm
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Last post by Stu
Fri Mar 25, 2022 11:31 pm
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Last post by MattyP
Wed Mar 23, 2022 5:56 pm
MPG. What do you get?
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Doctor T »
Sun Mar 20, 2022 7:15 pm
Not sure how accurate the average mpg reading on the dash is but my last tank gave me an overall mileage of 58 miles per UK gallon. This is for mixed...
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Last post by Doctor T
Tue Mar 22, 2022 2:39 pm
Breakdown / Recovery Products (Which One)
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by
Our Gee »
Tue Mar 08, 2022 9:57 am
Annual insurance renewal time again. Most insurers offer the option to include some form of Breakdown Service at an appropriate extra premium. I have...
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Last post by Our Gee
Mon Mar 21, 2022 10:48 am
The Great Oil Debate
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by
CapnJohn »
Mon Mar 14, 2022 11:34 pm
What oil does anyone use when doing an oil change?
The official Motorrad Advantec Ultimate 5W-40?
I realize being a wet clutch bike, the correct oil...
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Last post by Doctor T
Fri Mar 18, 2022 4:17 pm
New owner and to this forum
by
Ride »
Fri Mar 18, 2022 3:07 am
Hey just picked up a 2009 R1200RTP with 35k miles. The two previous owners were a bicycle chase ref (original owner) and an older gentleman.
I...
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Last post by Ride
Fri Mar 18, 2022 3:07 am
how many ride all year?
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Doctor T »
Thu Mar 03, 2022 6:21 pm
How many of you ride your RT all year round. Personally ive always ridden bikes right through the year. The only times i don't ride is when it's...
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Last post by RT in BC
Thu Mar 17, 2022 6:43 pm
2022 R1250 Top Case
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by
Movinman »
Thu Mar 10, 2022 3:59 am
Purchased my first BMW motorcycle last month. Upon purchase, I ordered an OEM top case and have yet to receive it after a full month. Not...
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Last post by dpickens
Mon Mar 14, 2022 1:05 am
SOS Question
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by
hammo »
Wed Mar 09, 2022 6:47 pm
Hi Chaps , If your warranty has expired and you use the SOS for rescue does anyone know the cost (if there is one ) or what the situation is ?
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Last post by Casbar
Fri Mar 11, 2022 4:02 pm
Were does this go?
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Doctor T »
Fri Mar 04, 2022 5:34 pm
When picking up the broken bits from my little tumble i found this. Where does it fit?. Think somewhere around the mirror. THe only mark stamped into...
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Last post by Doctor T
Mon Mar 07, 2022 2:47 pm
Panel removal help
Replies: 4
by
mondeoman »
Fri Mar 04, 2022 11:44 am
Can someone please tell me how this panel comes off ? Dave
will know I'm sure.
Whoops, posted pic twice.
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Last post by mondeoman
Fri Mar 04, 2022 7:04 pm
New seat for 2021 RT
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by
AJC »
Thu Jan 27, 2022 5:42 pm
I'm wanting to change the factory seat on my 2021 RT for a better one. I had a Sargent seat on my previous 1250GSA and it was better than stock...
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Last post by Doctor T
Thu Mar 03, 2022 4:32 pm
BMW reliability
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hammo »
Fri Jan 21, 2022 8:00 am
Its time too think of extending my bike warranty , she,s due an MOT , i normally take advantage of BMW monthly warranty , thinking of the pennies...
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Last post by burridge01
Tue Mar 01, 2022 9:18 pm
Wet Head HP loss at elevation
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by
Kunkies »
Wed Feb 23, 2022 6:59 pm
Late spring I'll be venturing out to the Rocky Mountains on my '14 R1200RT. Given our boxers are naturally aspirated, does anyone have any...
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Last post by emlevy
Thu Feb 24, 2022 2:17 pm
Helmets - too good to be true....
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by
Gavj »
Fri Feb 18, 2022 1:00 pm
I keep seeing this advertised, am I missing something
Their prices are rediculously cheap, Shoei helmets, and they say the ship to...
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Last post by Doctor T
Thu Feb 24, 2022 1:59 pm
linked brakes
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Doctor T »
Tue Feb 22, 2022 3:33 pm
When did linked brakes come in and what models have it?.
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Last post by Doctor T
Thu Feb 24, 2022 1:47 pm
R1200RTW BMW Weather protection kit
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by
bandytales »
Tue Nov 21, 2017 9:43 pm
Has anyone fitted the BMW Weather protection kit (see MAX BMW Motorcycles - BMW Parts & Technical Diagrams - R1200RTW (K52) ) fiche # 46-1708 If so,...
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Last post by Steve398
Sat Feb 19, 2022 3:35 pm
peg rubbers
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by
Doctor T »
Fri Feb 18, 2022 4:40 pm
Does anyone know where you can buy replacement rubber for the footrest/pegs?. Looked at the usual places but cant find them listed.
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Last post by David.
Sat Feb 19, 2022 8:07 am
Phone mount option
by
Beameroz »
Tue Feb 15, 2022 4:52 am
This is my solution for mounting my iphone on the handlebar area of my 2015 RT.
Parts needed: Mirror “C” mount from a BMW GS, RAM ball with thread,...
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Last post by Beameroz
Tue Feb 15, 2022 4:52 am
Replacement Battery recommendations
Replies: 20
by
RC51 Tofuman »
Sat Dec 28, 2019 12:42 am
I have searched and really haven't found a definitive answer
2014-2017 RT /Liquid Cooled Wethead
Which aftermarket battery has the best Fitment...
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Last post by David.
Mon Feb 14, 2022 4:38 pm
Looking for Info on 2013 R1200 RT
Replies: 18
by
MotoGeezer »
Wed Jan 26, 2022 11:25 pm
This is my first post and I don't have an RT, yet. I have a tentative purchase setup this weekend for a 2013 model with all the optional...
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Last post by David.
Mon Feb 14, 2022 2:58 pm
2022 R1250RT - ACC Later?
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by
MattB_2020 »
Tue Feb 08, 2022 8:27 pm
Hi all,
Last year I bought a brand new 2021 R1250RT. Made it to just about 5k miles then totaled it coming around a blind corner and hitting a deer...
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Last post by Randyjaco
Thu Feb 10, 2022 3:29 am
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