2003 bmw r1150rt

I'm hot knifing through the butter of the M25 and I still can't get the figures out of my head. I'm astonished. I'm astonished I've put so much fuel into a bike.

Proof that a motorcycle can take you a pillion and plenty of luggage to those Alpine passes can be fun once you get there. The RRT is lighter than most full tourers of the time and superbly built too — but it's no rocket in a straight line. Dry weight is just kg — light for a full tourer. Many sources quote wet weight which makes the motorcycle sound heavy. Servo-assisted, linked, anti-lock brakes are excellent. Some surging on a steady throttle.

2003 bmw r1150rt

Launched in to replace the popular RRT, the RRT RT stands for Reise-Tourer, or travel tourer is a perfect demonstration of why over the years BMW has forged such a formidable reputation for engineering excellence and crafting superb mile-munchers. Designed with comfort and ease as a priority if you want sporty there is always the RRS, if you crave adventure there is the RGS this boxer-powered full-dress tourer makes churning out the miles simply effortless. With sensible features such as panniers, a shaft drive, electronically-adjustable screen and wonderfully supportive seats for both the rider and pillion, i f you are after a great-value way to explore Europe, or even further afield, there are very few better options. The RT is one of those bikes that tends to hold its value fairly well due to the fact owners much like with a Pan European usually stick with them as they are so reliable, upgrading seems a waste of money that could be better invested in a touring holiday. A thoroughly tried and tested engine, if you are into boxer-powered BMWs you know what you are getting and it is reliable, easy to service and more than happy to lollop around at a gentle or fairly brisk pace. Always feel for any signs of clutch slip as replacing the clutch is a major job, see if the clutch slave cylinder is leaking, listen for rumbles or slight oil leaks from the rear hub that indicates the bearing is on its way out and be cautious of any warning lights on the dash. When it comes to its mechanics the R engine is pretty much bulletproof but sensors do fail with age and it does like to be serviced at its correct mile intervals valve-clearances at 12, miles as they can drink a bit of oil, especially when the miles have been piled on. The exhaust is also worth giving a good check-over as they can crack. BMW have always tried to make their full-dress tourers surprisingly agile and the RRT is no exception. Yes, it is a big old girl at kg dry approaching kg wet , but it corners well and is quite light on its feet. Out on the open road you can enjoy the RT but, probably more importantly, it remains rock-solid at speed — even in windy conditions.

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Based, like the RRS, around a cc Boxer engine, the RT boasts extensive weather-cheating bodywork, with a large headlight that incorporates twin integral foglights. An electrically operated windscreen allows on-the-move adjustment, and optional luggage and stereo sound systems enhance long-distance pleasures. Pillion accomodation is spacious and comfortable. It had been six years since I last rode around the northern and central parts of Western Australia so when the opportunity arose to explore the area again I jumped at the chance. I was certainly going to be accommodated with more comfort this time around as the last time I was in these parts was onboard a DRSEV Suzuki.

As a newcomer to this forum I'd be grateful for some guidance. I'm considering buying this bike and have tried to research. Perhaps like most people I'm used to thinking BMW is synonymous with reliability and solid engineering. I am looking for a second Instructor bike and this seems a logical choice. Or if it was resolved at all? Is there a way of overriding the system without removing key components? Does anyone consider the performance of the bike to be adversely affected after removal? I'm aware of an issue with clutch alignment, can anyone tell me what BMW specs say or what peoples experience is of the life of a dry clutch?

2003 bmw r1150rt

Proof that a motorcycle can take you a pillion and plenty of luggage to those Alpine passes can be fun once you get there. The RRT is lighter than most full tourers of the time and superbly built too — but it's no rocket in a straight line. Dry weight is just kg — light for a full tourer. Many sources quote wet weight which makes the motorcycle sound heavy. Servo-assisted, linked, anti-lock brakes are excellent.

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The changed in from 1 spark plug per cylinder nicknamed single spark , to 2 err, the twin spark. With that in mind I thumbed the start button and experienced the traditional boxer lurch sideways as the two big slugs sparked in to life. The engine has reasonable power, but is certainly no match for the super powerful four or six cylinder engines available in the large Japanese tourers. Pulling up at traffic lights with the latest single from The Coral blasting draws admiring glances and thumbs up from pedestrians and fruit stall owners alike, but when the commercials cut in it's a different story Now only available on the used market and becoming more affordable. Closed roads, of course, officer. I suggest putting a trickle charger Lead onto the battery, but it starts perfectly after I replaced the original battery in This is more than enough for most people to do some serious distance touring, even with a pillion along for the ride. Runs too weak in closed loop cycle, causes surging. When used as a workhorse, riding solo year round the fairing and suspension give protection and confidence to ride to traffic and conditions. OK, they were a pair of goons who didn't realise a bike could lean as well as accelerate, but doing that on the GSX-R was no fun, it was what was expected, doing it on the Germinator was putting a big smile on my face. Burned exhaust valve at 23k.

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Getting down from those speeds is easy thanks to that front brake lever. Pillion comfort is great she said and the other luggage is a big help, I transferred my Give from the firestorm to the BM no problems. The brakes are amazing, a little sharp at times but grab the front lever and it stops! An optional shorter seat can be ordered with the machine, which lowers the choices further to , and mm respectively. Even those bars, that look impossibly wide and high at first glance, are in just the right place for a relaxed ride, and at the same time provide just the right levels of leverage when you want to up the pace though the twisty bits. With a bit of a clunk into first gear followed by a good slip of the dry clutch to prevent a stall, I was off and running. The lockable pocket in the fairing. Hall Effect Sensors ignition trigger wiring on early bikes had been know to have insulation breakdown problems, but never heard of it in later bikes. Engine has enough power for what I need it to do. Pulling up at traffic lights with the latest single from The Coral blasting draws admiring glances and thumbs up from pedestrians and fruit stall owners alike, but when the commercials cut in it's a different story I'm also pleased, as with that tankage I can easily get miles before the reserve light even bothers to blink into life. What more could you ask for in a tourer?