I was on the market to buy the perfect touring bike for a long time, I really wanted to buy the lightest, most optioned touring bike, I looked at few 2005 - 2007 R1200rt and most of then had the servo brake issue and for me the lack of ABS was a deal breaker... there was not many comprehensive 2010 BMW R1200rt reviews on RUclips so I decided to make one, hope you enjoy, feel free to ask any questions I will try my best to answer in less than 12 hours. Cheers.
good insight Max, allow me to ask until what year of production the ABS pump was a problem, i heard theta the abs pump is very espensive, around 3 thousand euros. Cheers
@@Jose-x3d4d hi mate, thanks for Watching I believe from 2007 they removed the problematic servo from ABS unit, please read on this forum for more info: www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php/430484-R1200RT-Servo-brakes-what-years
Basically there are 2 remedies: to bypass the servo and ABS and servo and I have seen this alot with braided lines on 2005 -2008 bikes, not recommended. Second option is the expensive one, to have the dealer fix this. Not sure if anyone dares to repair the servo as it would be dangerous.
...I can share and understand your enthusiasm! Since 2021 I have owned a newly purchased R 1250 RT / 719... with radar, inductive charging compartment, fully equipped! The best I've ever ridden after 8 motorcycles! I didn't want to drive it in winter...too much salt on German roads! Last week I bought an RT 1200 / 2009 😳😎 just for winter use...best regards from good old Germany! 😉✌️
@@MaxReviewss ... exactly like that! About motorcycles ... shapes, color, emotions ... could one argue but ??? The simple utility of an RT ??? Is beyond any doubt. The more the owner "lives" on his motorcycle ... the more it becomes clear ... that's not boredom, that's pure reason!
Superb review for me, as i'm picking up a 2010 1200 rt, next week, always liked the K1200 LT, both cracking looking machines, ride safe, subbed.. all the best from London...👍👍
Thanks, AWESOME video, really comprehensive and nice length! 😊 Btw the front and rear brakes are linked on your R1200RT, that's why you found braking with only the front brake lever so smooth and not needing the rear brake pedal. And also the 2007-2009 models also have ABS (I have the 2007).
Thanks mate, yes great point, linked brakes, although not sure the front brake lever applies how much braking force to the rear caliper. And even my 1997 1100RT had ABS. But I believe 2005 - 2006 has the servo assisted brakes which was not so popular and problematic after some time. Enjoy your RT 😉
Loved this review. I was looking today at exactly the same bike as this, color as well. I don't have the best past history with BMW ownership, nothing serious, just little quirks here and there. I am thinking I might go back to BMW, with this exact same model in mind. Many thanks.
No isues with mine, it has been faultless and I have owned it seven years now. Dead easy to service, does 54MPG UK too :) - all service parts are cheap and easily sourced. No reliability problems and the weight is all low down.
The vibration is likely either: throttle body synchronization (low cost) or maybe less likely a valve clearance adjustment. And don’t run the revs down so low (2000 to 2500 rpm in town etc) that newer design overhead cam engine does not like to lug just keep it at 3000 and above and you’ll even get better mileage and throttle response. I’ve got exact same model since new in 2010. I agree it is the ideal design of a larger bike. I get between 4.0 to 5.0 L/100km here in Canada (hot vs cold weather ). I rarely need to get it over 4000 rpm for what it’s worth. Happy riding!
Hi, glad you like your RT. I have the same model - I love the chassis and the way the bike handles in corners as I always rode sport bikes. I have an engine remap which has upped the power too, 100 rwhp from 7k onwards and 100Nm too :). Highly recommended. Safe riding from UK
Thanks for the review, how much do they cost in AU? Seriously concidering buying 2010 model with 80000km for 6000€ (around 10k AUD), seems like a great deal to me
Since i am interested in purchasing a flat twin BMW, your test is a jewel! My heart balanced between the K 1200 LT and yours, and you spotted the weight problem. In France , the LT is nicknamed "la baleine", "the whale".. Your simple math showed me that i will not enjoy this overweight compared to the RT. Really amazed to read also that my actual K 100 RT from 85 (with 135 000 km) is heavier than your 1200 RT. Anyway, thanks for this really cleaver test, and i hope i find a decent exemplary around the 5000 euros (8000 Aussies dollars) Kuddos from Normandie! Side note: you spent the complete try riding on the left lane. Be careful..
Hi mate, thanks for your feedback, yes, I am actually enjoying RT as I am only 70kg and 177cm, so Rt really suits me and it is growing one me... one more thing is about the pillion seat of K1200LT which is much much comfortable than RT. Yes mate in Australia we drive/Ride on the wrong side of the road ;)
Thanks for the great review, considering buying a 2010 with 95000 kilometres on it. But there are a fair number of posts on expensive repairs to the final drive. Which seems to be a common problem even with bikes that are well maintained. Do you have any information on that? Thanks
@@MaxReviewss mine bike now the gsxf 750 has 210kg so i more kg is no problem ans i dont like these modern bikes that have no weight at all greets from Bosnia
RT has some extra features like audio system for example, boxers are easier and cheaper to service as well, it is all your priorities which one to chose...
I was on the market to buy the perfect touring bike for a long time, I really wanted to buy the lightest, most optioned touring bike, I looked at few 2005 - 2007 R1200rt and most of then had the servo brake issue and for me the lack of ABS was a deal breaker... there was not many comprehensive 2010 BMW R1200rt reviews on RUclips so I decided to make one, hope you enjoy, feel free to ask any questions I will try my best to answer in less than 12 hours. Cheers.
good insight Max, allow me to ask until what year of production the ABS pump was a problem, i heard theta the abs pump is very espensive, around 3 thousand euros. Cheers
@@Jose-x3d4d hi mate, thanks for Watching I believe from 2007 they removed the problematic servo from ABS unit, please read on this forum for more info: www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php/430484-R1200RT-Servo-brakes-what-years
@@MaxReviewss thanks
So the servo issue on the earlier bikes is not a fixable problem?
Basically there are 2 remedies: to bypass the servo and ABS and servo and I have seen this alot with braided lines on 2005 -2008 bikes, not recommended. Second option is the expensive one, to have the dealer fix this. Not sure if anyone dares to repair the servo as it would be dangerous.
Lovely bike mate! Good review! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks mate :)
...I can share and understand your enthusiasm! Since 2021 I have owned a newly purchased R 1250 RT / 719... with radar, inductive charging compartment, fully equipped! The best I've ever ridden after 8 motorcycles! I didn't want to drive it in winter...too much salt on German roads! Last week I bought an RT 1200 / 2009 😳😎 just for winter use...best regards from good old Germany! 😉✌️
Still gives you what you need without being too fancy 😉
@@MaxReviewss ... exactly like that! About motorcycles ... shapes, color, emotions ... could one argue but ??? The simple utility of an RT ??? Is beyond any doubt. The more the owner "lives" on his motorcycle ... the more it becomes clear ... that's not boredom, that's pure reason!
i did buy this bike. can't wait to drive it.
It's a lovely machine...
For me the mirrors of RTs are simply perfect!
They are very stylish, but I think I still need some time to adapt to them.
Superb review for me, as i'm picking up a 2010 1200 rt, next week, always liked the K1200 LT, both cracking looking machines, ride safe, subbed.. all the best from London...👍👍
Thanks mate, enjoy your new RT, it is a great bike, hard to find any better bike.
Have the 2011 r1200 rt! Just bought it a week ago. 62, 000 miles! Need inspection.
Great, what is wrong that it needs inspection?
@@MaxReviewss well in NYS you have to every year.
Ok, it is different in our state, once only when you register the vehicle...
Thanks, AWESOME video, really comprehensive and nice length! 😊 Btw the front and rear brakes are linked on your R1200RT, that's why you found braking with only the front brake lever so smooth and not needing the rear brake pedal. And also the 2007-2009 models also have ABS (I have the 2007).
Thanks mate, yes great point, linked brakes, although not sure the front brake lever applies how much braking force to the rear caliper. And even my 1997 1100RT had ABS. But I believe 2005 - 2006 has the servo assisted brakes which was not so popular and problematic after some time. Enjoy your RT 😉
IMHO the best touring bike BMW ever made. Stick a Corbin seat on it and it’s heaven.😍
Yes, very true, specially the original pillion seat is not the most comfortable for longer trips.
Loved this review. I was looking today at exactly the same bike as this, color as well. I don't have the best past history with BMW ownership, nothing serious, just little quirks here and there. I am thinking I might go back to BMW, with this exact same model in mind. Many thanks.
Thank you mate for your positive feedback and all the bests in your next bike purchase :)
No isues with mine, it has been faultless and I have owned it seven years now. Dead easy to service, does 54MPG UK too :) - all service parts are cheap and easily sourced. No reliability problems and the weight is all low down.
Nice. Much good information. Thanks.
Thank you for watching :)
Great video! Thank you very much!
Thanks mate
Compared to my old basic 2005 RT there is alot to go wrong!
Not the ABS Servo though...
Hi nice video, I jhave one exactly the same, can you please tell where can I buy a phone holder like yours ?
Thank you
Just search on ebay or ali express, "X grip Ram"
Sidewind= put higher tirepressure, same brand of tire back and front, i heard should to do the trick
Will try this, thanks.
The vibration is likely either: throttle body synchronization (low cost) or maybe less likely a valve clearance adjustment. And don’t run the revs down so low (2000 to 2500 rpm in town etc) that newer design overhead cam engine does not like to lug just keep it at 3000 and above and you’ll even get better mileage and throttle response. I’ve got exact same model since new in 2010. I agree it is the ideal design of a larger bike. I get between 4.0 to 5.0 L/100km here in Canada (hot vs cold weather ). I rarely need to get it over 4000 rpm for what it’s worth. Happy riding!
Great points, thanks mate ;)
Hi, glad you like your RT. I have the same model - I love the chassis and the way the bike handles in corners as I always rode sport bikes. I have an engine remap which has upped the power too, 100 rwhp from 7k onwards and 100Nm too :). Highly recommended. Safe riding from UK
Thanks mate, it is a great bike 🏍
where did you find your chrome grill screens? I have looked ever where I. know to look and with no luck! I have that exact same bike color and all.
Hi mate, it came like that when I bought it used.
Congratulations. I have went on every website I could think of trying to find some like it with ZERO luck.
Procycles website
Thanks for the review, how much do they cost in AU? Seriously concidering buying 2010 model with 80000km for 6000€ (around 10k AUD), seems like a great deal to me
Yes I paid 10k AUD :)service record is very important.
Since i am interested in purchasing a flat twin BMW, your test is a jewel!
My heart balanced between the K 1200 LT and yours, and you spotted the weight problem. In France , the LT is nicknamed "la baleine", "the whale".. Your simple math showed me that i will not enjoy this overweight compared to the RT.
Really amazed to read also that my actual K 100 RT from 85 (with 135 000 km) is heavier than your 1200 RT.
Anyway, thanks for this really cleaver test, and i hope i find a decent exemplary around the 5000 euros (8000 Aussies dollars)
Kuddos from Normandie!
Side note: you spent the complete try riding on the left lane. Be careful..
Hi mate, thanks for your feedback, yes, I am actually enjoying RT as I am only 70kg and 177cm, so Rt really suits me and it is growing one me... one more thing is about the pillion seat of K1200LT which is much much comfortable than RT. Yes mate in Australia we drive/Ride on the wrong side of the road ;)
Thanks for the great review, considering buying a 2010 with 95000 kilometres on it.
But there are a fair number of posts on expensive repairs to the final drive. Which seems to be a common problem even with bikes that are well maintained.
Do you have any information on that?
Thanks
Hi my friend, I have not heard many negative issues about 2010 - 2014... but please feel free to do your research. Good luck 😉
I feel with the final drives on any Beemer change the oil in it when you change the engine oil
Well I bought the bike, no issues with the final drive. Having electrical problems, no power to the low beam headlights.
@BinderDundat might be a relay or a fuse.
Great idea...
Rt 1200 or yamaha fjr 2007 i am leaning more to japanese bikes
I have been there too, FJR is a much heavier bike and it is also more toward sporty ride and has a more powerful engine...
@@MaxReviewss the fjr just seems less complicated and i love japanese speed and power but for the same money i can get the r1200rt
I did not test ride the FJR but most reviews mentioned that it is a heavier bike...
@@MaxReviewss mine bike now the gsxf 750 has 210kg so i more kg is no problem ans i dont like these modern bikes that have no weight at all greets from Bosnia
RT has some extra features like audio system for example, boxers are easier and cheaper to service as well, it is all your priorities which one to chose...
hello, Are you interested in testing products? We would like to invite you to test the motorcycle fender holder for your 2010 BMW R1200-RT
Hi mate, it sounds great to me.
@@MaxReviewssThanks for your reply, may we know your email address?
Maaxnezam@gmail.com
@@MaxReviewss Thanks
Aslight clunk from 1st Gear into neutral? 🤣🤣🤣
Neutral to 1st...
If I wanted all that crap, I would just stay at home. Much cheaper and perhaps safer too, lol!!
Much recommended 👌 motorcycle is not for everyone.
Your couch is heated and has cruise control? Weird flex but okay..
can't hear you
Sorry to hear this mate, I will try to upgrade my devices and get a better quality sound next time.
There’s a button on your device that turns up the volume. Your welcome 😂
@@richardbains5 What?