Having Problems with your BMW R1200RT/R1250RT? or have some Maintenance and Service questions?
2015 rear pads
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daverj »
Thu Aug 11, 2016 10:28 pm
6300 miles and the rear pads are nearly down to the metal. The old had a metal backing plate and a shim on the inner pad but the aftermarket...
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Last post by guest2360
Fri Aug 12, 2016 7:20 pm
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Last post by Northern Soul
Tue Aug 09, 2016 9:57 pm
Replace valve shims - 2014 RT
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by
mattye »
Mon May 23, 2016 10:59 am
Hi all,
My first topic posted so please be gentle.
There are plenty of guides and Youtube vids regarding checking of the valve clearances for a...
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Last post by mattye
Sat Aug 06, 2016 6:47 am
My car won't start
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by
Oscar Nelsen »
Wed Jul 20, 2016 4:40 pm
Remote start that is.
2010 Cadi CTS, 2016 RT
When the bike is within 50 feet of the car, none of the buttons on the car's remote work. This is...
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Last post by Sullivj
Wed Aug 03, 2016 6:25 am
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Last post by David.
Thu Jul 28, 2016 7:38 am
Front disc bolt torque?
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Sullivj »
Sat Jul 23, 2016 8:18 am
My Haynes hasn't yet arrived.
Could someone please tell me what the front disc bolt torque should be?
Thanks.
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Last post by cdnrtowner
Wed Jul 27, 2016 2:24 am
fuel strip faulty
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by
adewhitmarsh »
Tue Jun 14, 2016 12:52 pm
I'm having the fuel strip replaced Thursday, which I'm told will have 2 yrs warranty on it,so do I take it BMW will keep replacing them if they keep...
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Last post by Jimcg
Sun Jul 17, 2016 9:11 pm
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Last post by iRider
Sat Jul 16, 2016 10:14 pm
2005-2009 model - service
by
Stratman »
Fri Jul 15, 2016 7:36 am
I just thought I'd add a post as I have done a service on my 2007 R1200RT - engine oil/filter, gearbox oil, final drive oil and splines, air filter,...
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Last post by Stratman
Fri Jul 15, 2016 7:36 am
1200 RTP crash bars
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by
Sky Bear »
Fri Jun 17, 2016 8:33 pm
Does anyone know if it is possible to remove the right hand front fairings with the engine bars in place?
I have taken of a standard front fairing,...
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Last post by Sky Bear
Sat Jul 02, 2016 2:56 pm
Rear brake getting hot.
Replies: 3
by
adewhitmarsh »
Fri Jul 01, 2016 10:45 am
Hi,I was changing final drive oil last nite and I noticed the rear disc is getting very hot,disc has a dark blue look,checked caliper, seems...
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Last post by guest2360
Fri Jul 01, 2016 12:25 pm
Brake pedal adjustment
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by
Rwslater »
Sun Jun 19, 2016 9:26 pm
i have a 2015 1200RT and put lowering foot pegs on. I adjusted the shifter down already (easiest job I have ever done on any vehicle), now I'd...
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Last post by axamax
Sat Jun 25, 2016 4:52 pm
0-4000rpm PING
Replies: 30
by
havnfun61 »
Sun Jun 12, 2016 4:38 am
Hello,new to forum.2016 R1200RT,3500 miles,premium package.For 2500 miles I get a pinging??Knock??Preignition??sound from 1000-4000 RPM.1st and 2nd...
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Last post by BackAtIt53
Fri Jun 24, 2016 1:59 pm
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Last post by gazcoo
Thu Jun 23, 2016 2:41 pm
Heated seat malfunction on 2014 LC
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by
Lucky »
Wed Jun 22, 2016 1:04 pm
Here's a teaser that I had given up on but perhaps the combined knowledge of the forum might have a clue...
The heated seats controlled by the...
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Last post by Lucky
Wed Jun 22, 2016 1:45 pm
2005 rt brake fluid change
Replies: 5
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adewhitmarsh »
Mon Jun 13, 2016 6:44 am
When to my local BMW dealer Friday, to book bike in for fuel strip replacement, £182.00.I asked about changing brake fluid and was told it was a 3.9...
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Last post by JonA
Tue Jun 14, 2016 1:16 pm
Missing screw
Replies: 5
by
bieffe »
Thu Jun 09, 2016 2:12 pm
I noticed that my left handlebar is missing a screw, it looks like it was torn. At the moment the handle screw is fixed, on picture missing screw is...
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Last post by Liverpool Brick
Fri Jun 10, 2016 3:47 pm
2012 Gear shift adjustment
Replies: 6
by
falconmick »
Mon Apr 11, 2016 8:36 pm
Gents, I need to adjust the gear shift to make it higher so that I can get my foot underneath. I have already loosened the allen key and turned...
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Last post by Liverpool Brick
Fri Jun 10, 2016 10:10 am
Pannier lower locating lug caps screws loose
Replies: 16
by guest2826 » Thu Mar 17, 2016 12:12 pm
I was browsing through the US RT site when I came across this thread
The lower lug which locates the panniers has a plastic cap held on by two...
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Last post by Casbar
Fri Jun 03, 2016 6:03 pm
Top Box Seals Itself Shut
Replies: 12
by
hbjones »
Tue Jan 26, 2016 4:16 am
Does anyone else have a problem with their 49L top-box sealing itself shut in the afternoon sun?
Normally, mine opens just fine. ...
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Last post by guest2360
Fri Jun 03, 2016 3:35 pm
Ignition / Steering Lock
Replies: 20
by
Ch00 »
Sun Apr 10, 2016 2:32 pm
Just come back from a ride in the sunshine and found that I couldn't get the steering lock on. The key would not turn regardless of which way the...
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Last post by Stratman
Fri Jun 03, 2016 11:12 am
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Last post by Gadgetsandwheels
Sun May 29, 2016 5:37 pm
Gas smell
Replies: 4
by
TJriderVA »
Tue May 24, 2016 8:31 am
when I return from a ride the bike smells of gasoline. It is noticeable near the front fork. 2011 RT is not the subject of the recall and my BMW...
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Last post by Cleverbee
Wed May 25, 2016 8:58 am
Electric gremlins - own goal
Replies: 5
by
UKDucatiman »
Sun May 15, 2016 2:16 pm
Been out on a fully loaded (luggage and misses on back) shake down run on my 06 RT ahead of my Italian tour which kicks off in a couple weeks. So a...
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Last post by UKDucatiman
Sun May 15, 2016 6:23 pm
Rear Brake pads
Replies: 12
by
JayBees7 »
Fri May 13, 2016 11:15 am
Can any one confirm the correct way to fit the anti rattle spring that sits inside the rear caliber and presses against the top edges of the pads....
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Last post by guest2360
Fri May 13, 2016 2:55 pm
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