Lol, loved the garage scene. Yes these are awesome bikes. Any bike that makes riding comfortable and gives you one less excuse not to be out there is fine by me. I also happen to love the exhaust note on this bike especially when really getting into the throttle!!
Just got mine last week after multiple Japanese rackets, for exactly same reasons , now I looking for every RT video on TH-cam and this one was one of the best and funny 👍🏻
Thanks for the great feedback and congrats on your RT purchase. You’re going to love it. If you decide on any safety mods, I recommend the Ilium Works engine guards. The look good, work well, and don’t interfere with regular maintenance on the bike! Let us know what you think of it after a little while.
As I got older, my motorcycle tastes, needs and wants changed. No longer was it a question of how fast can I get there but more importantly, getting there. I agree with you on the question of 'Is it the perfect bike?'. However, it is as close to perfection as my taste, needs and wants can get. The RT, for all the reasons you pointed out, is a fantastic bike but it isn't for everyone. It is just 'The One' for me. 👍👍 Great video!! Thanks for sharing. ps - That video ending, 'Been there, done that'. 😁
I 100% agree. When I first rode it after my XR, the difference in power made me pause for a sec, but as I rode it more and more, I just loved nearly everything about it. I could still throw it around in the twisties and at low speeds but really cruise comfortably when I wanted to. After two hip surgeries, comfort was a ‘Must have’ and this beauty has delivered. Thanks for the comment and checking out the channel. We’re working on more real world content so stay tuned. Ride safe!
my uncle had one of these R1200s and would go through Ortega canyon and would ride with full kitted R1 and CBR1k guys. they couldn't catch him with his wife on the back😂 he recently passed from Covid and bought this bike from my aunt. glad theres still an outlet we both enjoyed to carry tradition. beautiful 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.
I bought a 2016 MY in October, and I absolutely love it! I've tried a few bikes in the last year alone, and this one is my glass slipper. Brilliant! Great vid!
Finding “the one” is a great feeling. It took me 3 other motors to figure that out but I’m finally there. I enjoy the RT so much that when it is time to look at another motor, it will have to be an addition, not a replacement. Thanks for checking out the video. Ride safe!
Awesome video, very uplifting, direct to the point, funny and great editing and camera work.....wish I lived on your block. Mine 2004 1150RT P.... old skewl
Thanks for the feedback DolphinDog! It’s a bit of trial and error trying to find the right balance of levity and seriousness. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for visiting the channel and enjoy that 1150!
Great film. Very amusing. I'm getting old and while I love my R1200R I have to find some creature comforts for long highway rides. Not crazy about the RT's looks but I'm trying to convince myself it's all about the riding experience. Your film encouraged me. Best wishes!
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.
I think it all comes down to the type of riding you’re going to do. If you’re constantly off the beaten path, the RT might not be the best option. But for mostly paved adventures looking for comfort on long freeway stretches or hitting the twisties, the RT is superb. Thanks for checking out the channel!
I have the 2018 version. Nice bike. I came from 10 yrs of Harleys and changed due to transmission issues with the m8. Harley were very good to be fair, even replacing the bike but in the end I moved over to the BMW. I’ve had to buy some bits to make it a bit more comfortable such as a gel seat but the beauty of the bike is it’s ease. You can get it out of the garage and just go for a ride. There’s plenty of power and keeps up with modem traffic no problem. It’s water cooled so no issues over over heating like the air cooled engines. I bought it new so it’s like a friend to me. It’s got bags of personality, although some would disagree. I’ve seen the new version and I’m afraid I don’t like the tft tea tray between the handle bars, I also like the ability to change or not install the sat nave and the Wunderlich electronic lock linked to the central locking is well worth the money to me.
I had the same experience moving from the two Yamahas I had before my S1000XR and now my RT. The BMWs are generally just so well thought out. I do like the new TFT display on the new RT but I’m not a fan of the new beak for the bike. LEDs are nice but it looks very plastic-like. Plus I’m hearing some of the 1250s are having valve issues. For now, I’ll stick with the RT but I am considering adding an off-road bike, like the new 850 GS. Thanks for checking out the video and chatting. Ride safe.
Great show! Lol! Love the commentary! Personal and funny with a lot of great insight on the 2017 RT. I love the RT platform. I’ve put many miles on my 2011 and it’s almost time to upgrade! Would love the huge TFT on the new bike, but personally I can’t get over the new ‘face’. I love the halo lights on the 2014-2020. Keep up the great content!
Thanks for checking out the channel! Glad you enjoyed the video. Always trying to make it better. I agree with you on the new RT face, not quite sure about it. That TFT screen is pretty slick but I think I like the current look better. I wouldn’t mind the new R1250RT. Just a little bit quicker. Whatever year you pick, that boxer engine is great!
Great quick review of the same bike that I’ve owned since 2016. Spot on! You should change your handle to: “Tongue-In-Cheek” Chuckled all the way thru this!! Two thumbs up!
It is such a great motorcycle. Truly a “do it all” bike. Thanks for watching and the feedback Pat. It’s a bonus to be able to have some fun while putting these together and knowing other enjoy it.
Great video and editing! I'm riding an FJR1300 now and looking at an RT like this in the future. All my friends ride Harley or Indian and I like to look like security.
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.
I had a lot of fun watching your video! The reveal of your son..." Hey...dad..." was really funny. I liked how well produced, how professional your video looks too. I live and ride in the Sierra Nevada in California and love canyon diving, pass climbing and the every day twisties that I experience on my '18 RT. But, when the bags are loaded up and my pillion is aboard with a couple thousand miles of open road ahead of us is when this bike is at it's best! BTW...Subscribed!
Really appreciate the feedback Rick. We’re always happy to hear folks enjoy the vids and can’t wait to develop more content for everyone. As for hitting the open road, I’m right there with you. Last year I remember finishing my last day at work before a long ride out to Montana. That ride was what prompted us to start this. And the RT is superb!
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.
Thanks fir checking out the video and subscribing. We’re still putting thing together and appreciate the feedback. We should have a review of BMWs r9t out very soon.
It’s just such a good bike. Just a couple weeks ago I took it on a 9-day, 6 State trip through all kinds of weather and it handled perfectly. Only thing that happened was the headlamp burnt out. The engine guards are Ilium Works engine guards. They blend in well with the bike and are attached in a way that doesn’t require their removal for maintenance. www.iliumworks.com Thanks for watching!
Thinking of this being my first boxer - had a k1200 but didn’t get on with the front end, though loved the lack of fork dive. I’m late fifties and want a good perch for riding - something grown up ( not interested in badassery anymore lol) that has some character. Looks like this might be the bike. Loved the light feel to your video 😊 All the best from the 🇬🇧
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.
I just got a k1600GTL and loving it, but still nervous at every stop because I have a bad wrist and seems to be a tittle to heavy. If lose balance I know I will not be able to keep it up. Considering to trade it for a R1200RT, but only if is almost as good as the K16GTL. Have you ridden a K1600 before and your thoughts? Pros and cons?
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!
Perfect bike for me. Mine is a 2018. Pretty much the same options as you and same color. Amazing bike. Only issue I have had with it is: I have become a bmw snob. No joke.
Great vid and quick question: I'm 68 and buying an identical RT this coming week, to yours. Has all the bells and whistles and I'm thinking I'm going to get horribly confused by all the options and knobs and buttons on the switchgear including the left side rotary knob thing. Are these controls pretty user friendly or a mess to try and operate and remember? Thanks much.
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!
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.
"you shouldnt be braking in a corner" is SO wrong unless you are just starting out! Otherwise if you trying to keep up with faster riders in the twisties? IDK I think you must develop trail braking skills to be safe even. I rode same gen RT today I'll have to say not what I expected! For being so bulky and frankly heavy compared to my MT-10 it was pretty light steering even in very tight twisties I would love to ride one with the suspension set up best for sport riding and I also am not so sure the front braking feel was right for the model as it was pretty mushy at the lever....Id like to try the RS too as the fairing on this model is just so MASSIVE! IDK if I could get used to that or not! Anyway good review thanks ....and come on dude! learn trail braking!
@@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
I'm looking at purchasing a used RT around this year. I was wondering what kind wind protection your hands have? Does the fairing keep the wind off or is highly recommended to have good riding gloves with this bike?
The fairing does a pretty good job of providing wind protection. Anything below 45 degrees and it’s nice to have a good set of gloves. I have a pair of Alpine Star insulated wind stopper gloves that work well, especially with the grip heaters on. They are not too thick either. Light rain is deflected with the fairing too. Anything colder than that or with more rain and I’d get a thicker set of gloves.
@@clutchtreks8311 Thank you for the reply. I'm very fond of this style of bike. I had a HD a few years ago and it wasn't for me. I love how smooth the ride is on the RT.
2014-2015 was their redesign with the wet clutch and liquid cooling. I’d start sometime after that. If you go new, they have a really slick new TFT display with GPS included. No longer after market. 2019/2020 I think came out with the 1250cc models which are much quicker. But I love my 2017 and it’s great to ride on long trips and in the twisties. Thanks for checking out the channel!
@@ron_grimes the new TFT display is really intriguing but I’m not completely sold in the style of the mew RT. The upgraded LEDs in the headlights are nice but the shape of them looks a bit “plasticy” (is that a word). I certainly like the rider comforts of the newer RTs and ACC might be nice but I really wonder if I’d use it. I use CC but only when the riding affords it. If I’m in traffic, I want control. We have blind spot monitoring in our car, which is nice, but I wonder if having to bring my eyes down at flashing lights all the time would prove to be a bit too distracting. I do agree that 2017-2018 are prime years for the RT
I would like 2014 but I don't think I will fit in the budget. does anyone have any good advice on what to look for when buying?. what is the difference between those two models? is it worth buying 2014 and going in torn underpants? where BMW RT-s clutch disengages at beggining or at the end?
It’s be a great choice. It will feel heavier when stopped but once you get rolling, the balance and ability to flick it around is great. Thanks for checking out the channel!
You say the best sport touring but from every review I read people complain about the head buffeting it feels like a sucking you in towards the windscreen you forgot to mention that. I went by a bike if you have to do it all the head buffeting that's a nightmare trying to Ride like that
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.
@@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.
@@kylepayne9657 it’s tough to beat the Goldwing and K1600 for long distance comfort, but the RT gets close and has the flick-ability in the corners and at slow speed that is a ton of fun. It all depends on the type of riding you want to do and what fits you best and that’s all that matters...what puts a smile on your face! Thanks for the comment and checking out the video.
It came down to a couple things (maybe three…or four). I wanted something that was nimble and that could be ridden a bit like a sport bike. The K16 is super fast, but I didn’t feel like I would be able to throw it around like the RT. I wanted it to be comfortable and capable of being long rides (much longer than I’d ever done) but still versatile as an everyday bike. A couple hip surgeries sort of necessitated a bike where I didn’t have to lean over too much. The seated position on the RT just fit. Cost played a part too. By no means is the RT cheap, but it is less than the K16. And I have to be honest, motorcycles evoke serious emotions and personality connections for their riders and I just couldn’t see myself riding what I felt was the “Goldwing” of BMW. That’s not to say it’s not a great bike, because it surely is. I see the K16 as something I might ride in the future, just not yet.
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.
Going to have to respectfully disagree Bobby. Really enjoy the flick-ability of the RT. It might not be the fastest, but it’s a kick in the pants in the twisties. But I can definitely see the appeal of the 1600 for long trips. Thanks for watching.
@@clutchtreks8311 i bet if we each had one bike and one had the rt and the other had the k1600GT the person with the GT would win even if we swapped bikes.... the RT is definitely quite a bit lighter which may be an option when im too old to ride this one lol im 48 now but I really dont see any category the RT is superior in.Plus life is too short for only 2 cylinders lol
@@bobbymanning5808 The beauty of riding motorcycles is the feel that it gives you. Each bike has a unique soul and every one of them brings something different to the riding experience. Some good, some bad, some bats$&t crazy. Just like when Aaron sits on his R9T or Earl on his Triumph, it’s about that connection you have to your bike. Having owned a bike with 160hp (S1000xr), I get what it’s like to have that speed at your fingertips. The RT certainly isn’t as fast as the XR or your GT, but every time I hop on do a ride, I’m excited. That’s what it’s all about, a bike for everyone. Im happy you love your GT, you should. I just happen to love the better sport tourer. 😉 Cheers bud!
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Lol, loved the garage scene. Yes these are awesome bikes. Any bike that makes riding comfortable and gives you one less excuse not to be out there is fine by me. I also happen to love the exhaust note on this bike especially when really getting into the throttle!!
Amen to that! The RT always puts a smile on my face
The perfect bike for me, too. Three seasons, 40,000 miles on the clock. Lovin it!
Awesome Gordon! Every time I ride the RT I love it more and more!
I’ve had three RT’s and am about to get #4, my first LC model. Fantastic bikes.
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.
Just got mine last week after multiple Japanese rackets, for exactly same reasons , now I looking for every RT video on TH-cam and this one was one of the best and funny 👍🏻
Thanks for the great feedback and congrats on your RT purchase. You’re going to love it. If you decide on any safety mods, I recommend the Ilium Works engine guards. The look good, work well, and don’t interfere with regular maintenance on the bike! Let us know what you think of it after a little while.
As I got older, my motorcycle tastes, needs and wants changed. No longer was it a question of how fast can I get there but more importantly, getting there. I agree with you on the question of 'Is it the perfect bike?'. However, it is as close to perfection as my taste, needs and wants can get. The RT, for all the reasons you pointed out, is a fantastic bike but it isn't for everyone. It is just 'The One' for me. 👍👍 Great video!! Thanks for sharing.
ps - That video ending, 'Been there, done that'. 😁
I 100% agree. When I first rode it after my XR, the difference in power made me pause for a sec, but as I rode it more and more, I just loved nearly everything about it. I could still throw it around in the twisties and at low speeds but really cruise comfortably when I wanted to. After two hip surgeries, comfort was a ‘Must have’ and this beauty has delivered. Thanks for the comment and checking out the channel. We’re working on more real world content so stay tuned. Ride safe!
my uncle had one of these R1200s and would go through Ortega canyon and would ride with full kitted R1 and CBR1k guys. they couldn't catch him with his wife on the back😂 he recently passed from Covid and bought this bike from my aunt. glad theres still an outlet we both enjoyed to carry tradition. beautiful 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.
‘98 R1100RT owner here oldie but goodie 🤩🤩 love this review 🙌
You’re an RT OG! Thanks for the review and checking out the channel!
i never miss a video, and you keep getting better and better!
I appreciate that!
I bought a 2016 MY in October, and I absolutely love it! I've tried a few bikes in the last year alone, and this one is my glass slipper.
Brilliant! Great vid!
Finding “the one” is a great feeling. It took me 3 other motors to figure that out but I’m finally there. I enjoy the RT so much that when it is time to look at another motor, it will have to be an addition, not a replacement. Thanks for checking out the video. Ride safe!
Awesome video, very uplifting, direct to the point, funny and great editing and camera work.....wish I lived on your block. Mine 2004 1150RT P.... old skewl
Thanks for the feedback DolphinDog! It’s a bit of trial and error trying to find the right balance of levity and seriousness. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for visiting the channel and enjoy that 1150!
I've been riding RTs since 1998, and then switched over to GSAs in 2010. Now I'm looking at going back to a used RT....Wonderful bikes
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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.
Great film. Very amusing. I'm getting old and while I love my R1200R I have to find some creature comforts for long highway rides. Not crazy about the RT's looks but I'm trying to convince myself it's all about the riding experience. Your film encouraged me. Best wishes!
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.
Good review fella, I'm seriously thinking of changing my 2010 r1200gs for an RT.
I think it all comes down to the type of riding you’re going to do. If you’re constantly off the beaten path, the RT might not be the best option. But for mostly paved adventures looking for comfort on long freeway stretches or hitting the twisties, the RT is superb. Thanks for checking out the channel!
I have the 2018 version. Nice bike. I came from 10 yrs of Harleys and changed due to transmission issues with the m8. Harley were very good to be fair, even replacing the bike but in the end I moved over to the BMW. I’ve had to buy some bits to make it a bit more comfortable such as a gel seat but the beauty of the bike is it’s ease. You can get it out of the garage and just go for a ride. There’s plenty of power and keeps up with modem traffic no problem. It’s water cooled so no issues over over heating like the air cooled engines. I bought it new so it’s like a friend to me. It’s got bags of personality, although some would disagree. I’ve seen the new version and I’m afraid I don’t like the tft tea tray between the handle bars, I also like the ability to change or not install the sat nave and the Wunderlich electronic lock linked to the central locking is well worth the money to me.
I had the same experience moving from the two Yamahas I had before my S1000XR and now my RT. The BMWs are generally just so well thought out. I do like the new TFT display on the new RT but I’m not a fan of the new beak for the bike. LEDs are nice but it looks very plastic-like. Plus I’m hearing some of the 1250s are having valve issues. For now, I’ll stick with the RT but I am considering adding an off-road bike, like the new 850 GS. Thanks for checking out the video and chatting. Ride safe.
Great show! Lol! Love the commentary! Personal and funny with a lot of great insight on the 2017 RT. I love the RT platform. I’ve put many miles on my 2011 and it’s almost time to upgrade! Would love the huge TFT on the new bike, but personally I can’t get over the new ‘face’. I love the halo lights on the 2014-2020. Keep up the great content!
Thanks for checking out the channel! Glad you enjoyed the video. Always trying to make it better.
I agree with you on the new RT face, not quite sure about it. That TFT screen is pretty slick but I think I like the current look better. I wouldn’t mind the new R1250RT. Just a little bit quicker. Whatever year you pick, that boxer engine is great!
非常同意您對拳擊手引擎的看法,我也有一輛2015年式的RT😊
Great quick review of the same bike that I’ve owned since 2016. Spot on!
You should change your handle to: “Tongue-In-Cheek”
Chuckled all the way thru this!!
Two thumbs up!
It is such a great motorcycle. Truly a “do it all” bike. Thanks for watching and the feedback Pat. It’s a bonus to be able to have some fun while putting these together and knowing other enjoy it.
Great video! Very much enjoyed it! Thank you for posting!
Thanks for checking it out Glenn, appreciate it.
Great video and editing! I'm riding an FJR1300 now and looking at an RT like this in the future. All my friends ride Harley or Indian and I like to look like security.
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.
Ten seconds into the video and I'm laughing, feeling kindred spirits with this guy.
Thanks for the nice comment and thanks for watching Matthew. Ride safe!
I had a lot of fun watching your video! The reveal of your son..." Hey...dad..." was really funny. I liked how well produced, how professional your video looks too. I live and ride in the Sierra Nevada in California and love canyon diving, pass climbing and the every day twisties that I experience on my '18 RT. But, when the bags are loaded up and my pillion is aboard with a couple thousand miles of open road ahead of us is when this bike is at it's best! BTW...Subscribed!
Really appreciate the feedback Rick. We’re always happy to hear folks enjoy the vids and can’t wait to develop more content for everyone.
As for hitting the open road, I’m right there with you. Last year I remember finishing my last day at work before a long ride out to Montana. That ride was what prompted us to start this.
And the RT is superb!
Great. What bike jacket and pants are you using, they look the bizness?
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.
Just found your channel and video here, which Shoei helmet are you using? Did it come with the Bluetooth electronics package?
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.
I have the same bike. Love it!
It is tough to find one better.
A nice video with funny clips😜 , lots of driving fun 👍✌
Thanks fir checking out the video and subscribing. We’re still putting thing together and appreciate the feedback. We should have a review of BMWs r9t out very soon.
@@clutchtreks8311 You're welcome, it's always a pleasure to get a new subscriber, I looking forward to your next video. 👍✌
Loved your video. Thanks!
Thanks for watching Helios!
Love my 2018 R1200RT! Thanks for the video!
*could you please identify the engine guards you have installed?
Thanks!
It’s just such a good bike. Just a couple weeks ago I took it on a 9-day, 6 State trip through all kinds of weather and it handled perfectly. Only thing that happened was the headlamp burnt out.
The engine guards are Ilium Works engine guards. They blend in well with the bike and are attached in a way that doesn’t require their removal for maintenance. www.iliumworks.com
Thanks for watching!
GREAT VIDEO! I'm thinking of trading in my GSA for an RT?
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.
I own a R1200 RT. I frefer the previous model. Headlights look better and i think this bike doesn’t need vissible frame tubes.
you can short shift 1-2 abd 2-3 on quickshift and not too bad, the big boxer has enough torque to shift at 1000 rpms.
Yep, but certainly the higher gear shifts are a lot smoother.
Thanks for watching
Thinking of this being my first boxer - had a k1200 but didn’t get on with the front end, though loved the lack of fork dive. I’m late fifties and want a good perch for riding - something grown up ( not interested in badassery anymore lol) that has some character. Looks like this might be the bike.
Loved the light feel to your video 😊
All the best from the 🇬🇧
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 🇬🇧👍
I just got a k1600GTL and loving it, but still nervous at every stop because I have a bad wrist and seems to be a tittle to heavy. If lose balance I know I will not be able to keep it up. Considering to trade it for a R1200RT, but only if is almost as good as the K16GTL.
Have you ridden a K1600 before and your thoughts? Pros and cons?
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!
Hahaha didn't expected that break in the middle of the intro
Glad you found it humorous. We like to keep things light and entertaining around here. Thanks for watching!
Perfect bike for me. Mine is a 2018. Pretty much the same options as you and same color. Amazing bike. Only issue I have had with it is: I have become a bmw snob. No joke.
I totally get it. My friend with the Triumph is always teasing me. Haters gonna hate! 😉
Great vid and quick question: I'm 68 and buying an identical RT this coming week, to yours. Has all the bells and whistles and I'm thinking I'm going to get horribly confused by all the options and knobs and buttons on the switchgear including the left side rotary knob thing. Are these controls pretty user friendly or a mess to try and operate and remember? Thanks much.
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!
I am interested in this BMW R 1200 RT 2022
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.
"you shouldnt be braking in a corner" is SO wrong unless you are just starting out! Otherwise if you trying to keep up with faster riders in the twisties? IDK I think you must develop trail braking skills to be safe even. I rode same gen RT today I'll have to say not what I expected! For being so bulky and frankly heavy compared to my MT-10 it was pretty light steering even in very tight twisties I would love to ride one with the suspension set up best for sport riding and I also am not so sure the front braking feel was right for the model as it was pretty mushy at the lever....Id like to try the RS too as the fairing on this model is just so MASSIVE! IDK if I could get used to that or not! Anyway good review thanks ....and come on dude! learn trail braking!
@@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
Love my 2018 R1200RT. My first Beemer but not my last.
Same here. For off road adventures, I’m intrigued by the new 850 GS.
I'm looking at purchasing a used RT around this year. I was wondering what kind wind protection your hands have? Does the fairing keep the wind off or is highly recommended to have good riding gloves with this bike?
The fairing does a pretty good job of providing wind protection. Anything below 45 degrees and it’s nice to have a good set of gloves. I have a pair of Alpine Star insulated wind stopper gloves that work well, especially with the grip heaters on. They are not too thick either. Light rain is deflected with the fairing too. Anything colder than that or with more rain and I’d get a thicker set of gloves.
@@clutchtreks8311 Thank you for the reply. I'm very fond of this style of bike. I had a HD a few years ago and it wasn't for me. I love how smooth the ride is on the RT.
@@Havoc7991s that boxer engine is so smooth. Any of the RTs after 2015 have the wet clutch too and it’s great!
I enjoyed your video, I am thinking about getting an RT , just not sure what year model to look for yet .
2014-2015 was their redesign with the wet clutch and liquid cooling. I’d start sometime after that. If you go new, they have a really slick new TFT display with GPS included. No longer after market. 2019/2020 I think came out with the 1250cc models which are much quicker. But I love my 2017 and it’s great to ride on long trips and in the twisties. Thanks for checking out the channel!
@@clutchtreks8311 Maybe I will have one by spring to ride in the Northeast Georgia mountains !
@@ron_grimes the new TFT display is really intriguing but I’m not completely sold in the style of the mew RT. The upgraded LEDs in the headlights are nice but the shape of them looks a bit “plasticy” (is that a word).
I certainly like the rider comforts of the newer RTs and ACC might be nice but I really wonder if I’d use it. I use CC but only when the riding affords it. If I’m in traffic, I want control.
We have blind spot monitoring in our car, which is nice, but I wonder if having to bring my eyes down at flashing lights all the time would prove to be a bit too distracting.
I do agree that 2017-2018 are prime years for the RT
I would like 2014 but I don't think I will fit in the budget. does anyone have any good advice on what to look for when buying?. what is the difference between those two models? is it worth buying 2014 and going in torn underpants?
where BMW RT-s clutch disengages at beggining or at the end?
Thanks, looking to upgrade from a Vstrom
It’s be a great choice. It will feel heavier when stopped but once you get rolling, the balance and ability to flick it around is great. Thanks for checking out the channel!
You say the best sport touring but from every review I read people complain about the head buffeting it feels like a sucking you in towards the windscreen you forgot to mention that. I went by a bike if you have to do it all the head buffeting that's a nightmare trying to Ride like that
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.
Does the electronic display show miles per hour - does it show the speed you’re going on the bike?
I’m just not clear about that.
It does if you’re not running the radio
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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
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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.
Thanx4post
Thanks for watching
He is correct, the RT truly IS the best touring bike :-)
Absolutely! Yearly service just completed along with some new tires and now it’s ready for this year’s riding season!
Best ‘Sport’ Touring bike I agree but my Goldwing is more comfortable (to me) when I’m touring. 🤙
@@kylepayne9657 it’s tough to beat the Goldwing and K1600 for long distance comfort, but the RT gets close and has the flick-ability in the corners and at slow speed that is a ton of fun. It all depends on the type of riding you want to do and what fits you best and that’s all that matters...what puts a smile on your face! Thanks for the comment and checking out the video.
You came from more of a sporty bikes. Why did you choose this and not a k16gt?
It came down to a couple things (maybe three…or four).
I wanted something that was nimble and that could be ridden a bit like a sport bike. The K16 is super fast, but I didn’t feel like I would be able to throw it around like the RT.
I wanted it to be comfortable and capable of being long rides (much longer than I’d ever done) but still versatile as an everyday bike. A couple hip surgeries sort of necessitated a bike where I didn’t have to lean over too much. The seated position on the RT just fit.
Cost played a part too. By no means is the RT cheap, but it is less than the K16.
And I have to be honest, motorcycles evoke serious emotions and personality connections for their riders and I just couldn’t see myself riding what I felt was the “Goldwing” of BMW. That’s not to say it’s not a great bike, because it surely is. I see the K16 as something I might ride in the future, just not yet.
Thanks
@@FxRiderST No problem. Thanks for checking out the video!
Is it the perfect bike? Yes.
I’d have to agree. Never gets old!
You need Gold Wing DCt to be more comfortable
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.
Someday...
That’s the way I felt…you’ll get there
The exhaust does sound like a wet fart. A must for every dad. BMW should be proud of itself. 😁
Well said sir, couldn’t agree more. Thanks for watching.
Very cool - 1 mil celsius :)
I'm more motor-tician than mathematician. Thanks for checking out the channel!
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Thanks for watching Pierre
Bikes are like women ... you need three of them to get the perfect combo.
The great plus with bikes is that you can keep them in the same garage.
Ha ha! Nice!
their best sport tourer is the k1600gt not this slow thing lol
Going to have to respectfully disagree Bobby. Really enjoy the flick-ability of the RT. It might not be the fastest, but it’s a kick in the pants in the twisties. But I can definitely see the appeal of the 1600 for long trips. Thanks for watching.
@@clutchtreks8311 i bet if we each had one bike and one had the rt and the other had the k1600GT the person with the GT would win even if we swapped bikes.... the RT is definitely quite a bit lighter which may be an option when im too old to ride this one lol im 48 now but I really dont see any category the RT is superior in.Plus life is too short for only 2 cylinders lol
@@bobbymanning5808 The beauty of riding motorcycles is the feel that it gives you. Each bike has a unique soul and every one of them brings something different to the riding experience. Some good, some bad, some bats$&t crazy. Just like when Aaron sits on his R9T or Earl on his Triumph, it’s about that connection you have to your bike. Having owned a bike with 160hp (S1000xr), I get what it’s like to have that speed at your fingertips. The RT certainly isn’t as fast as the XR or your GT, but every time I hop on do a ride, I’m excited. That’s what it’s all about, a bike for everyone. Im happy you love your GT, you should.
I just happen to love the better sport tourer. 😉 Cheers bud!
@@clutchtreks8311 its not better than the GT but its more old man friendly lol
@@bobbymanning5808 😂😂😂
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