BMW 1200RT Today I did it!

[Wide Track]

After months of thinking about it and searching the entire state for a clean low mileage R1200RT with a reasonable price tag, I settled for a clean un marked 2008 with some extra goodies. The local dealer which is one mile from my house suddenly turned up with two of them, both on consignment.  The one I choice has a few more miles on it than I had hoped for but there is two years to the extended warranty left. After the R1200C this is a great improvement, it is hard to imagine the difference. I am one happy rider trying to find room in my garage for both at present, I will likely sell the 1200C.......................

[Kneescrubber]

Great for you!  

You do realize this the wrong forum and it will be moved soon.  

[falconati]

 

[ksann]

It does not exist without pictures....




(Congrats!)



ken

[coho]

[Wide Track]

It does not exist without pictures....




(Congrats!)



ken

Thank you, I fully agree about the pictures but we have nothing but rain here.

[Cablebandit]

Does rain make camera's magically stop working?  

[ksann]

Thank you, I fully agree about the pictures but we have nothing but rain here.

Is the bike afraid of getting wet?






ken

[Bry]

Does rain make camera's magically stop working?  

Must be a Italian camera........  

[Andrew]

 

Take a pic of the bike in the garage

OK as a side note; some parts of Florida (the great state of no turns) is having some really crapy weather.

[R Doug]

The BMW demo truck is going to be 30 miles from my house this Saturday at my local BMW dealer.  I am going to sign up to test ride the 1200RT.  















I just hope it's not raining.  

[sfarson]

Congrats... the R1200RT is an amazing balancing act by Munich to deliver a grand touring bike and sport touring bike in one..

[Wide Track]

Is the bike afraid of getting wet?






ken

OK guys, pictures here. Some one asked for a picture in the garage, the other is in front of the garage. And thank you Andrew for reminding all of our weather, lots of areas are flooded, rain has lessened but wind has not. I was out for a while yesterday knowing the wind was listed as 26 MPH, weather guy later said it was gusting up to 40 MPH. Now I know why I was almost blown over waiting for a light to change.
Bike came with a huge ugly tank bag that I was told sold for 300 bucks, also a pair of Piaa lights tucked in under the front shroud. Also a working Garmin zumo 665 complete with all cables, mounts and software. The top case has two minor scratches in the top cover. It is going to take some getting used to, I have ordered the mirrors for the handle bars as I believe this is a safety issue, OEM mirrors are very awkwardly placed. I also believe with my long legs foot peg lowering kit is in order. At my age I am having a little trouble with the center stand.

[Lawn Dart]

I'm not sure what bike that is.  It's not being ridden IN the rain!  

(*Congrats on the Boxer!)

[R Doug]

I love it in the blue. Congrats!

[Wide Track]

I'm not sure what bike that is.  It's not being ridden IN the rain!  

(*Congrats on the Boxer!)

Windshield wiper is not working

[Justin]

Congrats on the bike and all the extras  

[sfalexi]

This is pretty much my dream bike.  It's the only bike out there that has everything I need AND everything I want all in stock form from the factory, and is relatively light for being so loaded with features.  Congrats on the purchase.  Maybe in many years, I'll get mine.
Alexi

[Mastros2]

Congrats on your new (to you) bike.  

[R Doug]

I finally test rode an R1200RT today.  I can see why you like it.  It's a wonderful bike.  The boxer motor has grown on me quite a bit.  It's a brilliant motor for riding at a nice pace.  The low center of gravity, short wheelbase, and comfortable riding position makes me want to go trade the K1200S for one.  

I plan on testing the K1600GT (for the heck of it), a Guzzi Norge, a used K1300GT, and the new Triumph Trophy SE before I make any moves.  But, my plan to have a proper touring bike will most likely happen in early 2014.

[Wide Track]

I assure you of one thing, its hotter. The flaring keeps the breeze away from you compared to older models but at the same time the wind does not beat you to death. Like all, some good, some bad.

[chilipeppernorm]

Today I followed a bike very similar to yours out of SF across the SF-Oakland Bay Bridge and on into the East Bay. Pristine RT ridden by a skilled rider in a manner that reminds one of just how quickly a great bike will take a skilled rider without drama or pretense. Congratulations on a fine bike, may you have many safe and happy miles together.

[Orson]

Today I followed a bike very similar to yours out of SF across the SF-Oakland Bay Bridge and on into the East Bay. Pristine RT ridden by a skilled rider in a manner that reminds one of just how quickly a great bike will take a skilled rider without drama or pretense. Congratulations on a fine bike, may you have many safe and happy miles together.

I had virtually the same experience on Arkansas Highway 7 following an oldtimer on a beemer.

No knees out histrionics, but we kept an invigorating pace. I learned a bit off that oldtimer  

[scottzilla]

Congrats.  

[roadstar]

I should get on here more often   but congrats on the RT  . I just tradded in my trusty 07 FJR for a 2010 R1200RT (hope i didn`t screw up)  

[Wide Track]

I should get on here more often   but congrats on the RT  . I just tradded in my trusty 07 FJR for a 2010 R1200RT (hope i didn`t screw up)  

I hope you enjoy it as much as I am enjoying mine.

I am told by those who know that 2007 is the year to stay away from re: computer problems.

[eye.surgeon]

Congratulations. I've always like the RT, a solid sport tourer.

[Peter_MA]

I should get on here more often   but congrats on the RT  . I just tradded in my trusty 07 FJR for a 2010 R1200RT (hope i didn`t screw up)  

I swapped my 05 FJR for a 2010 RT back in October. Both are great bikes but the RT has really grown on me. And my knees didn't mind the shedding of a few pounds in the swap.

[Smoker]

I should get on here more often   but congrats on the RT  . I just tradded in my trusty 07 FJR for a 2010 R1200RT (hope i didn`t screw up)  

So that's your red 07 at Trans Am. Congratulations!

Oh, and congrats on yours too Wide Track. I had an 04 1150RT, what a great handling bike.

[roadstar]

So that's your red 07 at Trans Am. Congratulations!

Oh, and congrats on yours too Wide Track. I had an 04 1150RT, what a great handling bike.

Yea thats mine!! I just wanted to try something different & it sure is    Had the FJR for like 4 years & can`t say anything really bad about it , except it did put my hands too sleep & a dronning feel while in 4th gear just cruising around town. I took all i installed on it except shield & hwy pegs & bar blocks. Gave cruise to my buddy on L.i. & sold the Sargent seat , but will install starcomm & fuzeblock on RT , when i find the time to do it & stop riding.  

[sgoat]

I should get on here more often   but congrats on the RT  . I just tradded in my trusty 07 FJR for a 2010 R1200RT (hope i didn`t screw up)  

 
I traded in my 09' FJR in January and bought a new 2012 RT. No remorse. Lovin' it!

[R Doug]

T minus  two days for me.  

My RT is on hold and waiting for me at the local dealer.  I pick it up this Saturday.  I have a guy driving in from Memphis to pick up my 2008 KTM Adventure tomorrow (it's sold).  And, the trade in on the K1200S is more than fair.  PLUS, BMW is tossing in a free nav upgrade.

  

[roadstar]

T minus  two days for me.  

My RT is on hold and waiting for me at the local dealer.  I pick it up this Saturday.  I have a guy driving in from Memphis to pick up my 2008 KTM Adventure tomorrow (it's sold).  And, the trade in on the K1200S is more than fair.  PLUS, BMW is tossing in a free nav upgrade.

  

Congrats & hope you enjoy yours   (still on the fence about mine)  

[Smoker]

Congrats & hope you enjoy yours   (still on the fence about mine)  

Why? Not enough power? Too pipe and slippers?

[roadstar]

Why? Not enough power? Too pipe and slippers?

I need to take it on 1 of Russells rides to give it a grade.        Compaired to what i'm used to,  engine power is much lower,  but torque is up (as long as your in the right gear) . Time will tell & will get the bike to fit me,  before giving it a yea or nay.

[Rincewind]

T minus  two days for me.  

My RT is on hold and waiting for me at the local dealer.  I pick it up this Saturday.  I have a guy driving in from Memphis to pick up my 2008 KTM Adventure tomorrow (it's sold).  And, the trade in on the K1200S is more than fair.  PLUS, BMW is tossing in a free nav upgrade.

  

Be sure to post some pics later.  Good luck with your new RT.   

[R Doug]

Thanks, I'm looking forward to it.  In less than an hour the guy from Memphis will be here to pick up the KTM.  I don't know why, but this may be the most difficult parting I will have experienced.  

[Silverbird]

1200RT is the only bike I've ridden that blocks the wind like a brick wall AND doesn't create turbulence. Pretty sure they sonsulted NASA on this one.

[R Doug]

Wow, pipe and slipper bike my ass.  This thing will rail in the twisties.  It handles so much better than the K1200S.  


After my two test rides, I could tell it would be fun in the twisties.  But after I purchased it today and hit some of my favorite roads, I had no idea just how agile this bike can be.  

[Silverbird]

I'm really curious about the handling. I only ridden one for a test ride and the few corners I did hit, the front end felt completely different than any bike I've ridden.   I'm sure you get used to it, but what does it feel like after that?

[R Doug]

I'm not sure how to put it exactly. It's not *as* quick at turn-in nor does it give you quite the feedback as the Super Duke but it's a ton better than the K1200S, which did feel vague to me.  

I find the handling to be perfect on road.  I have more than enough feedback, it's very compliant and doesn't waddle, it's easy to hold a line, and it's uber comfortable.  

[garry]

I'm not sure how to put it exactly. It's not *as* quick at turn-in nor does it give you quite the feedback as the Super Duke but it's a ton better than the K1200S, which did feel vague to me.  

I find the handling to be perfect on road.  I have more than enough feedback, it's very compliant and doesn't waddle, it's easy to hold a line, and it's uber comfortable.  

You should know the drill by now: pics or it didn't happen.

[Silverbird]

I'm not sure how to put it exactly. It's not *as* quick at turn-in nor does it give you quite the feedback as the Super Duke but it's a ton better than the K1200S, which did feel vague to me.  

I find the handling to be perfect on road.  I have more than enough feedback, it's very compliant and doesn't waddle, it's easy to hold a line, and it's uber comfortable.  

To be fair I shouldn't say I didn't like it it since I hardly rode it, but it didn't feel like I'd be able to load the front tire, like you'd always be riding the rear. Do you ever feel like that?   That didn't come out right

[R Doug]

You should know the drill by now: pics or it didn't happen.

 

[Dave W.]

Gorgeous bike!

[R Doug]

Thanks, I think they look a little bloated to me.  But, I have a history of buying function over looks.  Thank goodness they ride a lot smaller than they look.

[Cablebandit]

  Thank goodness they ride a lot smaller than they look.

Nobody realizes just how nimble they are until they ride one.  It looks like it should weigh about 200# more than it does.

[R Doug]

+1

It may not be a flying pig, but it's a nimble little pig.  

[JReazor]

Thanks, I think they look a little bloated to me.  But, I have a history of buying function over looks.  Thank goodness they ride a lot smaller than they look.

So true. If you look at the numbers, it's not all that heavy compared to the rest of the class. IIRC, it weighs about 20 lbs less than my Sprint with a full tank of gas. The Boxer carries the weight so low that it feels even lighter once you're under way.

[sgoat]

She's a beauty! Nice photos.

[zenduddhist]

Beautiful bike!  Congrats!