Got any tips and tricks for BMW R1200RT/R1250RT owners? feel free to share them here.
Paddock stands
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Sprintgull »
Mon Feb 13, 2017 1:09 pm
Afternoon All,
Anyone got any recommendations about rear paddock stands for the RT LC? Came close to an embarrassing incident when starting to...
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Last post by Ribcracker
Thu May 01, 2025 1:28 pm
Hill Start Control
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Twisty Road »
Wed Jan 25, 2023 9:00 pm
I've tried a number of times and different ways to activate the Hill Start Control while stopped on an incline. Succeeded once by accident but don't...
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Last post by scunny12
Sun Apr 20, 2025 4:48 pm
Recommended music headphones
by
Strat Tuner »
Wed Feb 26, 2025 3:00 am
I've tried a lot of speakers over the years.
My recent favorites were the disc variety that stay in your helmet all the time. You plug a connecting...
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Last post by Strat Tuner
Wed Feb 26, 2025 3:00 am
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Last post by bruce2000ltc
Sat Feb 22, 2025 8:43 pm
Tracker location
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Arends »
Sat Dec 14, 2024 8:42 pm
Now I know, it sounds as fishy as it could be, but I treated myself to Monimoto tracker (version 7) that does not need external power.
I don't work...
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Last post by Stu
Sat Dec 14, 2024 10:08 pm
Highway Pegs on Crash bars
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by
Mars Red Ken »
Fri Feb 16, 2024 6:03 pm
I'm looking to put crash bars/engine guards on my RT. I've found one piece bars that look to be extensive to put on, and I've found the left/right...
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Last post by SenorPink
Sat Nov 16, 2024 7:54 am
Innovv K7 now fitted
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EasyRider »
Mon Jul 01, 2024 4:17 pm
So my Innovv K7 is all fitted and working.
It cost me £300 for the K7 system and £35 (rip off) for the front camera bracket
I have a Hex EasyCan...
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Last post by bikerdog
Fri Sep 20, 2024 4:28 pm
Christmas gift
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jclaudej »
Sat Dec 24, 2022 10:20 am
Hello from France
If like me, there is still a Cradle Connected Ride from your GS1200, some pictures of the integration of Connected Ride BMW on my...
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Last post by jclaudej
Sun Aug 11, 2024 9:21 am
Storing a D-lock
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by
Wooster »
Wed Aug 07, 2024 4:04 pm
I wonder if anyone has found a solution to store a D-lock?
I have a Roadlok on the front wheel, which is a fantastic device (although a little bit...
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Last post by David.
Wed Aug 07, 2024 9:52 pm
drivers seat
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maurice »
Thu Jul 25, 2024 11:39 pm
i have just bought a 1200rt (05 model) and find i need a lower seat. with the standard seat in its lowest position i can reach the floor but not with...
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Last post by Doctor T
Sun Aug 04, 2024 5:00 pm
Rear Brake Disc Removal
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cyclone7 »
Sun Jul 21, 2024 5:59 am
Hi Folks,
How do you get the rear brake disc off. From what I can see there is no clearance for a torx to fit as the diff blocks all of the...
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Last post by cyclone7
Fri Jul 26, 2024 8:22 am
Centre stand security
Replies: 39
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Stu »
Wed Feb 22, 2023 7:36 pm
Saw these advertised for sale for the R1200GS
Its a modification to the centre stand in exchange for a lot of money :shock:
It allows you to...
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Last post by EasyRider
Sun Jul 21, 2024 3:20 pm
Pannier drop.
by
GuyRT »
Fri Jul 05, 2024 10:21 am
I never liked the way BMW designed the pannier lids without sufficient damping when you open them.
Ideally, they should have made them like the top...
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Last post by GuyRT
Fri Jul 05, 2024 10:21 am
Bike balance for tyre changes
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Jeffem »
Sun Jun 09, 2024 9:14 am
Hi, If anyone has lost a small metal ‘thingy’ the good news is I’ve found it! The bad news is that I found it sticking out of my back tyre!...
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Last post by EasyRider
Mon Jul 01, 2024 7:03 am
Shift Lever Enhancement
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by
RPGR90s »
Fri Jun 21, 2024 11:27 pm
I have a brand new 2024 RT and love it so far.
I had surgery on my left big toe, which was fused last fall and upshifts have been a challenge and...
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Last post by slparry
Sat Jun 29, 2024 1:17 pm
Bulb replacemet the quick way
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Doctor T »
Wed Jan 11, 2023 1:56 pm
One of my sidelight bulbs blow. Thinking this is here we go, scratched and bloody hand time. Then i had a thought. Now this is for my 2007 model but...
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Last post by Robin101
Mon Jun 17, 2024 12:52 pm
Tankbag vs kill switch
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by
jtcompton »
Tue Sep 12, 2023 12:43 am
Hey All, got a 2012 Camhead. Has anyone already done this?
The right handle bar switch is attached with one T8 screw. When the tool comes I plan to...
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Last post by burridge01
Sun Jun 09, 2024 3:16 pm
USB connections
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Paul Andrews »
Mon Jun 01, 2020 9:51 pm
Brand new here to the forum with a brand new '20 1250RT. All the technology on the bike is quite distracting at first (love the quick shifter,) but...
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Last post by slparry
Fri May 17, 2024 11:00 am
Panniers Repair Project..
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EasyRider »
Sun Dec 03, 2023 8:12 am
There is not a Project section on here. So i thought i would put this thread in the Tips & Tricks section.
So when i bought my new to me R1250RT...
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Last post by EasyRider
Mon Mar 25, 2024 5:07 am
Antenna Chop
by
W8NONU »
Sun Mar 24, 2024 1:18 am
I’m not a fan of the front end looks with the long antenna. After checking reception with the OEM antenna I cut it to 6” long from the base of the...
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Last post by W8NONU
Sun Mar 24, 2024 1:18 am
Drilling holes in screens !
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jesim1 »
Tue Mar 19, 2024 2:31 pm
I fitted a Power bronze touring screen to my 22 RT and felt that although it was better than the original, the added size meant I was getting a bit...
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Last post by Stu
Fri Mar 22, 2024 8:37 pm
Cleaning Alloy Wheels
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009jim »
Sun Apr 16, 2023 4:02 am
I have factory alloy wheels on my RT. They appear to be a light grey painted finish. I've been cleaning the wheels starting with slightly soapy water...
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Last post by Capt Sisko
Thu Mar 21, 2024 9:20 pm
Swingarm lower suspension protection
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by
Excellence »
Sun Jan 01, 2023 1:45 pm
Now I'm sober, (Happy New Year to everyone) this morning I had a look at the swingarm to spring knuckle. Even after only 5/6k miles it was filthy and...
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Last post by burridge01
Tue Feb 20, 2024 7:11 pm
Centre stand removal
Replies: 13
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Jeffem »
Fri Feb 02, 2024 7:25 pm
R1200RT LC 2017. New to me but the state of the centre stand is really bugging me. Removing the spring is a challenge but the multiple washers method...
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Last post by Jeffem
Wed Feb 07, 2024 10:00 am
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Last post by Wine Country RT
Thu Dec 21, 2023 5:57 pm
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