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@@dougiequick1 thanks for checking out the channel and the video. Without really knowing what riding experience I have, I’m curious what makes you think I don’t know how to trail brake? There are certainly advantages to trail braking at times. I prefer to use that on low speed + tight turn maneuvers while feathering the clutch. But when I’m heading through the twisties, I prefer to get my braking in in as much as possible straight line as I can so that when I enter the corner I can aim for the apex and power through it. The power keeps the bike from falling over in tight cornering. But that’s just me. You do you. Ride safe

This r1200rt is a 2017 and I believe the 2022 model is the r1250rt. I’ve ridden the newer models and they have some get up and go but still have the same handling as the previous models.

I appreciate that!

Thanks for watching. The RT is a ton of fun and pretty nimble for its size. If you take longer rides, it’s great for comfort and fun.

Thanks for watching

@@POOPYWANTS it’s one of my favorites too

I’m wearing Rev’it gear; the Safari 3 coat and pant. I’ve been very impressed with it, having had it for a few seasons now.

Ha ha! Nice!

We certainly did (and do). Every trip has been its own unique adventure. Thanks for watching

Thanks!

The owner got a full warranty when he bought it, which was very fortunate because the bike had coolant issues, electrical issues, and a few other things that required a fair amount of maintenance. The later models seemed to be better so have a mechanic take a look. He does love the bike. It’s quick and fun to ride.

That’s a tough call. I haven’t ridden the k1600, just took a seat on it. While comfortable, I wanted something that was a bit lighter and I could throw around easily while still maintaining comfort, which is why I went with the RT. Certainly being able to keep the bike upright at low speeds is important and I would imagine your wrist issue doesn’t help. If you’re thinking about an RT, I’d take a test ride. The boxer engine is super torque and smooth, but will feel different than the 1600, which I think has more top end power. That being said, the 1250 RT is pretty quick and I would expect to see a 1300 RT in the future following the release of the 1300 GS. That might get the power close to the feel of the 1600. I would say, as with any bike, that if you love the K1600, stick with it for a little bit before making a switch. You may find over time your riding style adapts to the bike and your wrist issue, making it a non issue. Ride safe!

I’d have to agree. Never gets old!

It does if you’re not running the radio

@@clutchtreks8311 Thanks. I’m looking at a 2018 one of these, but with 100,000 KM on the clock. Is that a good idea? (75,000 miles )

@@pippipster6767 that’s a good question and I wish I had an answer for you but my bike hasn’t hit that km mark to say. Historically the boxer engines are really reliable. I did have to replace my front shock/strut unexpectedly and it was pricey…$2,500 US dollars. But that’s been the only anomaly. I still love the bike

@@clutchtreks8311 The amount of miles is obviously a concern. But reflected in the price. $6250 / 2018. Is that something you would do if the condition was good and everything seemed okay?

@@pippipster6767 for me I would have to know/see the service history, see the condition of the bike like you mentioned, go through all of the electronics and have mechanic take a look at it. If those checked out, I’d consider it. To be fair, low miles on any used vehicle purchase is a priority for me. But if the price is right and you’re handy mechanic-wise, it’s a great bike.

Sorry for your loss but hopefully there’s some solace in that he got out there and was able to enjoy the open road on two wheels. Thanks for checking out the video.

Yep, but certainly the higher gear shifts are a lot smoother. Thanks for watching

Thanks for watching Pierre

Thanks for the nice words and checking out the channel. When I first starting looking at the RT I wasn’t sure on the looks either but it’s interesting how it quickly grew on me. Probably more so after riding it, which definitely combines comfort and motorcycling fun. Enjoy the ride, whatever motor you decide on.

Thanks for the nice comment and thanks for watching Matthew. Ride safe!

Hey Tim, it’s the Shoei Neotec 2. You can get it with comms installed but I purchased the Cardo PacTalk Bold and had it put in. Thanks for checking out the channel.

Well said sir, couldn’t agree more. Thanks for watching.

That’s what our guy Earl has said about his. Once he got through some of his mechanical issues, it’s been a great bike. Super smooth and power for days. Thanks for watching.

She does to a point. I’ve had a lot of rider training and been riding long enough to be smart out there and really look for those distracted or inattentive drivers. There’s always a risk when you’re out there but I do the best I can to mitigate it.

@@clutchtreks8311 I want to do more training but that is where I'm at. Where I'm always looking and attentive to what's going on around me and ahead as well as behind. My dad taught me that when first learning to drive which help make that instinctive when on the bike. She just looks at and assumes the worst will happen. I know people and seen other vlogs where people have been riding for a long time and no major accidents.

@@snohwk78 yep, there’s certainly a risk. But oh man, it’s so much fun. Good luck to you.

@@clutchtreks8311 thank you. I agree, fun, relaxing, stress relieving, and free feeling.

It’s a lot of bike for the buck and has quite the get-up-and-go. Glad you like. Thanks for watching!

They are the Energizer Bunny of bikes…just keep going and going and going… Congrats on your 4th RT. The LC is so nice, especially in hot weather.

I know the Goldwing is a champ on the long trips. I’ve taken the RT on several multi-state trips and it’s been comfortable and tons of fun when hitting the twisties on those trips. That’s what has stood out to me. Thanks for checking out the video.

That’s the way I felt…you’ll get there

Earl got a custom seat fitted to him from a local seat maker and added some risers to the handlebars that brought the bars back to him so his riding position was more upright and comfortable. At about 5’5”, he still isn’t flat footed when stopped but more on the balls of his feet. He really likes the way it feels now.

Thanks for watching Helios!

I don’t know about you but I had a heck of a difficult time shifting since the gap between the shifter and the engine was narrow. But it’s definitely the type of bike that makes you smile. For my second bike, I’d like to go the GS route. Thanks for watching and commenting. Ride safe!

Hey Frank, thanks for watching. The control cluster looks more confusing than it really is. Really it comes down to the menu button and then the fly wheel. Press the menu button to get to the system category type you want, then use the flywheel to look at the options in that category. It becomes pretty intuitive after playing with it for a bit. Also, there’s a Diamond icon and that is your favorites setting. So you can press that to get to your most commonly used settings, like grip and seat heaters. I find the most complicated thing to actually be the radio setting when you want to search and set radio/satellite radio frequencies. But you do that when you’re stopped so really the rest of it is simple and easy to do on the fly (ha ha, see what I did there?). Bottom line, it’s a great ride!

@@clutchtreks8311 Thanks a ton for the response and my pleasure on the compliment. Thing that scares me about my new purchase is that I just sold my low mileage mint condition 2006 RT and it had ESA...ABS...heated everything and cruise. Controls were simple to use and bomb proof. This 2017 RT I'm looking at has every conceivable option you could throw at it and being an older guy now...I worry about reliability and my ability to understand everything. Doubt I'll ever even use the stereo or bluetooth crap.

@@frankcastle5294 I get the hesitation. I’ve had no problems with my 2017 RT and the controls really do become quite intuitive. Whatever you decide to do, enjoy the ride!

Both are incredible bikes. If you’re sticking to paved roads, it’s hard to beat the RT. I may be a bit biased though.

Thanks for checking out the review.

Hi Harry, I'm the owner of the Triumph Tiger. I had the same concern so I first did a test ride to determine if I could manage the bike as is. Once I felt confident on the bike I had a custom seat made that lowered the height 2in. That made all the difference. I could comfortably get both feet flat on the ground. Hope that helps!

@@earlhall4071 thank you

An RT will certainly give you that look, especially if you get a white and black one. In all seriousness, it’s very comfortable and nimble for a 600lb bike.

Thanks B’s Bike! We have some things lined up here this month.

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Amen to that! The RT always puts a smile on my face

Thanks Di! Glad you enjoyed the video!

Hey Eren, The top box is a Givi L18in x W23in x 12in. Aprox 35liters They don't make these Panniers anymore. He had to special order them through the Triumph dealer who located some in stock. You can find them used for a decent price online. Dimensions are Lft: L18in x W13in x H16in Rt: L18in x W12 at (top) 8in (bottom) shaped to fit around the exhaust, H16in

Hello from the US LJJ! I’m sure you love your RS with that engine and handling. Thanks for watching and the comment!

Hey Thomas, I didn’t talk about wind buffeting because I haven’t experienced that on my RT. To be fair, I’m only 5’9” so perhaps it is an issue for taller riders. I actually have the opposite issue in that the wind protection is so good, I have to drop the windscreen way down on hot days to get more airflow. If you check out our Zion road ride videos, we rode in warm weather, windy weather, rain, and snow and the RT did great in all of that. Just my two cents. Thanks for checking out the video.

I'm 6 foot tall and don't experience head wobbling buffeting on my '17 RT. With the screen all the way up you don't get any pressure on your shoulders pushing you back, so the pressure on your back is different. As the screen goes down you can get a little wind on your helmet to cool your bean, or some on your shoulders to push you back, or all the way down to cool you off. I have had to rethink my riding jackets because the RT fairing blocks a lot of cooling wind. Also, gas mileage suffers at high speeds when the windscreen is all the way up--it is like pushing a refrigerator down the road.

Thanks for watching milhai, I appreciate it. I find the RT is great for cruising in comfort when you want or tossing it around in the twisters when you want. I have not been disappointed in anything since I’ve had it. Good luck on your bike search!

@mihai: I am in ny mid 60´s and riding BMW´s since 1978. My fist one was a R45 with 27 hp, the second, third and countless in between always the R1000RS with 70 hp and the last RS was a 60 hp late 90´s model. Then the shift came to the 2008 R1200RT air cooled, 2012 then the new engine R1200RT and since 2018 on the R1200RT LC. I don´t know where you live but if you are in a hurry you can go to the end of the scale without any trouble to make some distance in a short time if required. She does not give you a hard time with the weight and you do not feel the 500 lbs /270 kg. I am glad that all the features are loaded. ABS and ASC where never activated as I could manage the braking and the acceleration within the limits and so all the electronic stuff is there if my mind is not where it shuld be, just in case. I am riding all year around, from 38°F / above 3°C when the possibility of frost is reduced and no salt is on the pavement as the corrosion is biting on the bikes metal. On the other side I had not hot oil anymore as in the past when the temperature was above 35°C / 95°F. With the air cooled engine behind a car in idle power the you could see the oil temperture rising significantly. That is not the case with the LC, the water temperature goes up but the engine stays at the lower level. After more then 20.000 mls / 30.000 km I can say: no regrets at all. It runs like all the BMW´s I´ve owned before and when I visited the BMW dealer unscheduled it was more forced by curiosity to find another add on and not due to a breakdown. That remembers me back in 1978 when I asked some riders when the worked on their Moto Guzzi, Kawaski and Honda before they went out for a ride: What bike can I select that I can use but do not work half the week to ride on the weekend: All three guys turned at me and stated: Buy a BMW, it is expensive but it lasts a long time. They where right, the beginning of a long lasting relation commenced...... My next bike could be the R1250RT LC. Why ? ..... why not as long as health permitts. Good luck with your search, it depends how much you ride in a year, maybe a pre-owned would do as well. The best saving is money you do not spend.

@@pcm737 thanks so much for commenting, very helpful indeed! Safe riding 🇬🇧👍