2014 BMW R1200RT Road Test

The foundations for BMW's modern reputation were laid in the 1970's with large, expensive touring bikes such as the R100RT. Since then, models such as the GS, the K-series bikes and more recently, the S1000RR and RnineT seem to have taken the company in a different direction. Does that mean that BMW have abandoned the touring market altogether? Of course not; the touring bike is still important to the German manufacturer and the adoption of the new liquid-cooled boxer-twin has given the R1200RT a new lease of life.

[@ronmac1832]

I love the K1600, but I always feel like I'm one slip of the foot ready to lay her down. The R1200RT feels 400 lbs lighter (and is 300 lbs lighter) and does almost everything as well. The R1200RT is parked in my garage.

[@petekazlauskas6847]

Wow, I've been toying with the decision of a RT or Triumph Trophy n I keep coming back to the Trophy. FANTASTIC VIDEO! Thank you ever so much

[@tjzulu1]

I've watched just about every video on youtube about the R1200RT and the K1600's…this video was by far the best review on the R1200RT!!! Great job!! Short concise…to the point no mincing of words!!! Nicely done boys….nicely done!!!

[@langstonmarcos6668]

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[@beckettkashton5232]

@Langston Marcos Instablaster =)

[@Visionery1]

Great review of a fantastic bike, but in future please lose the unnecessary background music.

[@beemrdon52]

I agree about the cheap plastic. I own one, a 2015. My old K1100 had much sturdier body panels.

[@matonmongo]

Nicely done, and good to see two different riders 'comparing notes'. Understood re: all the 'plastic', and no fan of the styling on any of the 'post-oilhead' 1200 RT's anyway, which often reminds me of one of the Transformers movies. Though in fairness, the 1200's are also nearly 100 lbs lighter than previous generations, with a lotta that weight-savings likely due to 'plastic'.

[@Luc_Motor4youNL]

such a fun and comfortable bike!! My conclusion after riding it for a year now.

[@KsanaKsini]

A cheaper alternative to K1600GT and yet still powerful.

[@vwtaro]

a super awesome bike!!!

[@dougm659]

How could you miss out the Honda Pan European? Possibly the very best sports tourer out there!

[@markjones336]

I,v ridden both Triumph&Bmw.Triumph too top heavy!Bmw by a country mile!

[@mikeRT1200]

nice review thx

[@petekazlauskas6847]

Question? Does the boxer twin engine scrap the road, compared to the traditional engine inlines?

[@robertharris5453]

No it doesn't.

[@paulduncan3214]

Silky smooth ................. a 1200 twin !

[@petermuller74]

It's not a Harley.

[@travelinben1966]

Peter Muller That’s why it’s silky smooth.

[@jaylange9031]

What is this KZbin Contributor OBESSION (can you hear me over the torturingly-repetitive pseudo-music) with sound during your talking? I love your personalites and info but the music is distracting and annoying.

[@stevendegoodmojosmet4034]

229 kg ??? 279 kg I think ..