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Servectomy - Whizzy brakes removal

Last post by Our Gee « Fri Jan 21, 2022 8:05 am
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by David. » Wed Jan 19, 2022 8:48 pm

A rather lengthy 1 hour video of how to remove the servo brakes on a Hexhead R1200RT.

Haven't seen it being done before, thought it might be useful...

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Last post by Our Gee
Fri Jan 21, 2022 8:05 am
rear brake pads 1200 2007

Last post by David. « Thu Jan 20, 2022 4:37 pm
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by Doctor T » Wed Jan 19, 2022 3:52 pm

Just replaced my rear brake pads with EBC HH pad. I know BMW recommends standard sintered pads on the rear but i like the feedback from the HH pads....

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Last post by David.
Thu Jan 20, 2022 4:37 pm
BMW main dealer service

Last post by Randyjaco « Tue Jan 18, 2022 11:42 pm
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by Doctor T » Tue Jan 18, 2022 12:49 pm

This is my second 1200RT and only bought this one in December. Usual corrosion on wheels and peg plates. This doesn't bother me as i can sort this...

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Last post by Randyjaco
Tue Jan 18, 2022 11:42 pm
Oil - What does the book say please?

Last post by Tog « Wed Jan 12, 2022 10:45 am
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by Tog » Tue Jan 11, 2022 9:42 pm

Hello. I have searched but not got definitive answer. I also will say my RTP did not come with a manual.

So to stop any arguments etc. I want to...

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Last post by Tog
Wed Jan 12, 2022 10:45 am
Throttle Synchronization

Last post by simbo « Mon Jan 03, 2022 9:11 pm
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by Our Gee » Mon Dec 05, 2016 11:35 am

Now that I have entered a regime of doing as much maintenance on my Twincam as I can myself (fed up with poor dealer service) I was wondering just...

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Last post by simbo
Mon Jan 03, 2022 9:11 pm
Seized sump plug

Last post by Sharkfighter « Wed Dec 29, 2021 7:59 pm
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by Sharkfighter » Wed Dec 29, 2021 7:41 pm

I started to service my RT today only to find that the sump plug was stuck. Anyone any suggestions how to remove it without causing damage? Or...

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Last post by Sharkfighter
Wed Dec 29, 2021 7:59 pm
Independent Workshops

Last post by Chaostrophy « Fri Dec 17, 2021 9:54 pm
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by David. » Mon Jun 21, 2021 11:50 am
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With servicing and warranties being a topic of discussion, how about building up a list of independent workshops.

What is the business name (a link...
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Last post by Chaostrophy
Fri Dec 17, 2021 9:54 pm
Headlights plastic cover replacement r1200rt 2014

Last post by Aregion « Wed Dec 15, 2021 2:26 pm
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by Aregion » Tue Dec 14, 2021 5:07 pm

Hi i am new to the forum and apologies if am posting in incorrect section.

I am trying to find replacement part to a cracked and broken headlight...

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Last post by Aregion
Wed Dec 15, 2021 2:26 pm
Service Manuals?

Last post by sakm « Thu Dec 09, 2021 6:16 pm
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by Randyjaco » Thu Dec 09, 2021 2:03 am

As of yesterday, I am the proud owner of a 2017 R1200RT. Since I started out life as a motorcycle mechanic, I prefer to do my own maintenance. So...

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Last post by sakm
Thu Dec 09, 2021 6:16 pm
Fuel Stabilizer

Last post by David and Sally « Thu Dec 09, 2021 2:01 pm
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by David. » Fri Nov 28, 2014 1:09 pm
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Recently bought a Ride Mag. (January 2015), there is an article on how to prepare your bike for winter hibernation.

Petrol goes off in a couple of...
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Last post by David and Sally
Thu Dec 09, 2021 2:01 pm
Additional service items/intervals

Last post by simbo « Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:23 pm
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by David. » Mon Dec 06, 2021 2:37 pm

Do you perform any additional service items or reduce service intervals above and beyond those which can be found in the BMW service schedules or...

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Last post by simbo
Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:23 pm
Engine flush or not?

Last post by David. « Wed Dec 08, 2021 3:03 pm
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by Liverpool Brick » Wed Jun 08, 2016 7:05 pm
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I'm about to change the oil and filter on my 2011 RT SE and I was wondering about whether to add an engine flush. Are there any known...
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Last post by David.
Wed Dec 08, 2021 3:03 pm
Motoscan with 2021 RT

Last post by krw « Wed Nov 24, 2021 2:34 am
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by krw » Sat Jul 03, 2021 8:49 pm

Hi All, new to the forum. Just bought my 2021 RT two weeks ago. I am coming from an 01 Road King that I bought new in 01, which is now...

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Last post by krw
Wed Nov 24, 2021 2:34 am
To ACF50 or not to ACF50

Last post by David. « Tue Nov 16, 2021 4:54 pm
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by beemerbaz » Wed Dec 10, 2014 2:26 pm
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This time of year with the amount of salt laid on the roads I personally don't use any protection of the ACF50 type but prefer a liberal hosing down...
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Last post by David.
Tue Nov 16, 2021 4:54 pm
Servicing - Dealer, Independent or DIY.

Last post by burridge01 « Sat Nov 13, 2021 12:16 pm
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by David. » Tue Nov 11, 2014 1:37 pm
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From new, for the first 2 years (warranty period), I've tended to use a main dealer, either Cooper at Sunderland or Barrie Robson in York.
After...
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Last post by burridge01
Sat Nov 13, 2021 12:16 pm
Front Wheel removal Twin Cam

Last post by Our Gee « Fri Nov 05, 2021 3:51 pm
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by Mobius » Thu Jul 30, 2015 1:38 pm

Hi,

Please appreciate I'm a mechanical luddite, hence the question.

I'm also tight and after very nearly having heart failure the last time I...

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Last post by Our Gee
Fri Nov 05, 2021 3:51 pm
First service cost

Last post by PeteM « Fri Oct 29, 2021 8:38 am
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by Potential new owner.. » Wed Oct 26, 2016 7:14 am
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I'll be picking up my new bike in a couple weeks time. What can I expect to pay for the initial service?
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Last post by PeteM
Fri Oct 29, 2021 8:38 am
Fuel Pump Controller/Flange

Last post by David. « Mon Oct 25, 2021 4:24 pm
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by David. » Mon Jan 09, 2017 11:01 am

Whilst searching for photos of fuel tank removal, came across something which I thought was interesting & may be to others.

On the Hexhead, the...

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Last post by David.
Mon Oct 25, 2021 4:24 pm
Camhead Gearbox Plugs

Last post by David. « Thu Oct 21, 2021 9:19 pm

by David. » Thu Oct 21, 2021 9:19 pm

Having just done a gearbox oil change on a 2012 Camhead, the fill plug is magnetic, whereas, the drain plug isn't.

The BMW parts diagram shows that...

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Last post by David.
Thu Oct 21, 2021 9:19 pm
Exhaust Flap Bowden cables R1250RT

Last post by David. « Wed Oct 20, 2021 3:35 pm
Replies: 28
by Hors Piste » Sun Oct 25, 2020 11:25 am
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Whilst investigating the possible cause of a check engine light on the dash - GS911 indicates it's a problem with the exhaust flap/servo system (at...
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Last post by David.
Wed Oct 20, 2021 3:35 pm
Best MOT Prices

Last post by Sullivj « Wed Oct 20, 2021 3:28 pm
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by David. » Tue Apr 19, 2016 8:04 pm

If your bike requires an MOT, where do you take it & how much do you pay.

My RT was Tested & Passed today at Yarm MOT & Service Centre, for the sum...

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Last post by Sullivj
Wed Oct 20, 2021 3:28 pm
BMW Motorcycle Service Schedules

Last post by David. « Thu Sep 30, 2021 1:40 pm
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by David. » Tue Nov 11, 2014 8:07 pm

When is your BMW motorcycle next due for service - and what needs to be done?

You can download, read and print out your BMW motorcycle's service...

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Last post by David.
Thu Sep 30, 2021 1:40 pm
Getting a rear tire balanced.

Last post by heynez « Mon Sep 13, 2021 9:44 pm
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by heynez » Sun Sep 12, 2021 2:58 pm

I live pretty far from a BMW Dealer/Repair Shop. I was wondering if I could get the rear tire balanced somewhere other than a BMW shop? How do they...

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Last post by heynez
Mon Sep 13, 2021 9:44 pm
Front Wheel Valve Change ?.

Last post by David. « Mon Sep 13, 2021 8:40 am
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by Our Gee » Sun Sep 12, 2021 6:56 pm

Further to the thread about Rear Wheel balancing has anyone had a Front Wheel valve changed (not just the Valve Core)

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Last post by David.
Mon Sep 13, 2021 8:40 am
Crank Oil Seal Leak

Last post by David. « Wed Sep 08, 2021 9:40 pm
Replies: 9
by Our Gee » Mon Oct 10, 2016 2:04 pm

Hi all,
just back from a quick run down to Provence to collect some Christmas cheer !!. Managed 2200 miles in 7 days so that gave the bike a good...

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Last post by David.
Wed Sep 08, 2021 9:40 pm

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