2022 BMW R 1250 RT-Police Special review | Daily Rider

[@RevZilla]

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[@abbasahmad1980]

Everyone how has commented seems to have won a prize. Is that legit?

[@SpurgeonDunbar]

@@abbasahmad1980 No. Those are bots and scammers. We are trying to ban, block and delete, but there seems to be a huge surge at the moment.

[@beanwithbaconmegarocket]

Need the deleted scenes where Zack drives around harassing his friends by pulling them over.

[@SpurgeonDunbar]

He carries handcuffs around now. It's super annoying.

[@ultimatist]

@@SpurgeonDunbar but did he tase you, bro?

[@SpurgeonDunbar]

@@ultimatist If that had happened, you can bet your heinie there would have been a video on it. That is the kind of viral content our channel needs. Zack tasing me whilst riding the Police Rodeo Beemer.

[@doobie9550]

My dad has a 2016 1200 RT. He rides it like a snail so I never thought it was fast. Rode it myself and holy crap, dives right into corners, unlimited power whenever you want it. It's a great bike

[@wanderlpnw]

As a part of a previous job, I talked to the pool vehicle mechanic who managed the bikes for a city. They switched from BMWs to Harleys and he said every single motocop complained to him about it. They hated the Harleys.

[@himaro101]

Not a huge surprise IMO. Harley's are a cult thing, especially over in the States. But they're not actually fantastic bikes. Old school engines look nice, but performance has simply moved on and you've got to remember, you're after a workhorse, not a show bike.

[@lutomson3496]

Harleys buy back program after the police are done with the bikes is hard to beat hence why so many places use them don't know if BMW does the same

[@opiumtrail7032]

HD are rubbish. End of story.

[@mcnuggetapple]

The Harley’s are way more maneuverable at lows speeds lol

[@Gnerko123]

@@mcnuggetapple This is wildly inaccurate.

[@iainamurray]

What a machine! (Great for tight turns I understand...)

[@Lupodimare1234]

The RT is amongst all the touring bikes one off the ones with low weight and due to its Boxermotor, one with a very low center of gravity. The Telelever brings incredible stability and if you have to break in a curve it stays very stable. Incredible bike not only for the police,

[@amasdaha9734]

Thank you for doing this one! Couple thoughts, regular RT is 615 pounds and I made a few changes to solve almost all your issues. 2019 was little less whizz bang but still had the great 1250 motor. Added Michelins Anakee adventures (yes they have the right size), lower seat with lowered pegs makes it ideal for me to stand up on and took off the chin spoiler and got an SW Motech skid plate and Ileum crash bars. All simple things to do and am rewarded with a very capable machine for the Black Hills twisties that can still do all the dirt roads you want, just not a single track machine. Does better in the heavy wind and cold than a GS, and love the adjustable windshield to handle the heat vs cold. I just did an Iron Butt on it also. Thanks for reviewing this platform, it is just so damn capable!

[@fleuger99]

Why would you take a 615lb RT off-road? It's a road touring bike LOL

[@amasdaha9734]

@@fleuger99 Well, it does it well, and the places you go to tour may be vast distances. it’s a great ride to get there and does a great job on typical, even moderate off road places. No need for 2 bikes!

[@koopspook]

@@fleuger99 that would definitely suck trying to pick that thing up, off road

[@kclancy2042]

"The question on everyone's mind. Do you know why I pulled you over?" Genius 😄

[@DigitalTheologian]

I love the leaderboard. It brings back old school Top Gear vibes. While a graphic might not be quite as cool, it would be easier to read and could more easily give context on where the bike would fit on the all-time list. Thanks for the great content!

[@gbmaxse]

This is my absolute favorite motorcyle show, and I just want to thank you Zack for a wonderfully informative and entertaining program. I hope it never goes away.

[@benmiller6599]

Why I love Zach so much. As soon as he went to answer the donut question I said "maple bacon" & then the disney villain I immediately went to Ursula. Highlighting what ive come to expect, Zach & I have simular thought patterns. So I can trust his reviews

[@sonicr1838]

One thing stood out to me in this video… as a retired motor cop… your u-turn. In previous episodes you flat turned (pretty straight up) most of the bikes, and this episode , you bent (or leaned) the RTP into the u-turn… is this because of your comfort level with this bike since the rodeos, or were the other bikes not as capable of that sort of maneuver ? Just a response to RTP VS HD… I’ve owned metric bikes including sport bikes RT’s, and currently a Tiger… but for my experience, I preferred the HD around town mostly for the seat height!!! (And I’m 6 foot…). 😜

[@kawabungah20]

CTXP episode was fantastic! I'd have picked Cruela DeVille because of the Black & White and this bike's ability to be naughty or nice. Would like to see a daily ride episode on the HD counterpart to this bike. Thanks for a great Daily Ride!

[@stmboat]

This is why I love Saturdays.

[@DonHutchins]

Those lights on each side should be designed with mirrors on the back; would be so useful (and otherwise is just a chunk of plastic blocking your view).

[@vwspdfrk]

Sitting in the rain at Mid-Ohio vintage motorcycle days. Watching motorcycle videos

[@barrettwbenton]

Ouch.

[@Buckarooskiczek]

Ain’t gonna lie…I was here for the wheelies! Surprised by the vibration thing. My old R90/6 was like butter all the way up, cruising 90 and above.

[@squid148]

I have the a 22 RT and it’s smooth. Zack is probably right suggesting the police model is geared lower causing higher revs at freeway speeds.

[@mikemerrill175]

My 21 GS has some vibes at 80+. Nothing bothersome but they are there.

[@Buckarooskiczek]

@Message via Telegram@RevZilla2 for reals?

[@K0nst4nt1n96]

The RT is suprisingly easy to wheelie. I loved the short testride with it having the radio at full blast.

[@Sabahes_ASMR]

This is honestly my favorite thing to sit down an watch on a Saturday. Love Daily Rider!

[@trashblast3512]

After all that police rodeo turning practice, your U turn was so much quicker and sharper that I thought you were crashing for a second until I remembered.... Well all the police rodeo practicing you did on this very bike! Super cool to see first hand that kind of improvement.

[@armyofshea7941]

Great content! Riding a slightly older 1200RT currently and absolutely love it. Am DIY as much as possible and love how easy it is to do fluids, valve checks, and other routine maintenance. Granted, I am a little older now, but of all the bikes I have owned this is my favorite (Honda Interceptor 500, GSXR 750, Ducati 900 SS, BMW F650GS are the others.)

[@lex1945]

I will never stop loving that typical boxer sound. Stil cruisin' happily on my '02 R1150RT, that has just passed 148K.

[@johndavidwolf4239]

A while back you did an excellent interview with Itchy Boots AKA Noraly Schoenmaker, As such, I think you should do a "Daily Rider" on the bike she is currently riding from Bolivia to Alaska. A Honda CFR 300 Rally (or a non-rally, almost the same, gas tank size being the major differance).

[@mikemerrill175]

She is probably still in CA

[@johndavidwolf4239]

@@mikemerrill175 : Yes she is as of her last posting. Perhaps in the near future Zach can do an in-person interview with her, and perhaps borrow her bike (with luggage) to evaluate as a daily ride with a ladened bike (a first). Note; she just installed a major suspension upgrade.

[@tbillington]

Her videos are at least a few weeks behind where she actually is. She publishes them well after she has passed through an area for her own safety, and so she can ride solo without people wanting to tag along.

[@ragetobe]

In the UK you see the 2003/04 model out in the road all the time. I just bought a 2023 version and I purchased a 3 year service package which covers all parts and the service. I think the bike is awesome, I’ve come from a Triumph Tiger and it’s a huge upgrade for me.

[@emak4558]

You are spot on that the lower gearing really impacts highway ride. I find I ride the “civilian” RT at 10mph faster in the comfort spot, vs the lower geared version. Basically, as fast I would reasonably go on interstate highways, basic RT is still quite comfy. Whereas, the lower geared version starts to get more busy than I like at speed below that.

[@marius93]

GS is the Police bike of choice here in Norway aswell. Quite common alongside the RT :)

[@carlosvejar3938]

Once again great episode Zack

[@stansmiley7206]

The air ducts (winglets) from the K16 are the No 1 feature I'd like to see on my RT. Great observation, Zack! I have the same impression every time I borrow a 1600. The RT works better on cool days, but I'm standing quite a bit when it's peak Summer.

[@ninjabortion]

I loved the linked brakes on my 06 VFR for daily use, just worked really well. Now when it came time to bleed the dozen bleed screws in the exact right order...after the first time I bought a pile of speed bleeder valves to make that easier. It was a weird setup where the front caliper mount was on a slider that actuated a secondary brake cylinder that sent pressure to the rear brake more as the front brake started to grab the rotor. I would bet this thing is ABS actuated though, so maybe only 7-8 bleed screws :P

[@markbradshaw8966]

Liked the linked brakes on my old CBR1000. Worked great. Liked my VFR's best of all but never owned a linked brakes version. BTW the bike cops on Bermuda used VFR for a bit. Thought that was pretty cool.

[@johnnygeorgopoulos4072]

Similar, I owned a 96 built CBR1100XX with linked brakes (LBS vs CBS) and thankfully the only time I needed to do anything with the brake fluid (before I had everything ripped out and went "conventional" and got all Swage stainless braided lines for brakes and clutch, Motul fluids, Beringer stainless rotors, Brembo masters, TSR-Brembo Calipers and brackets, TSR clutch slave, U-Kanaya levers ECT lol), I had my bike mechanic mess with all that crazy LBS valving and bleeding.... afterwards, I did it myself....but I wasn't messing with that thing still linked, I heard enough horror stories to stay away from it 😂

[@PTRRanger951]

The camera thing you mentioned isn’t for stopping cars. It maybe useful for pacing to lock your speed to show you were going that fast so you can take a photo with the citation machine (if they have handheld ecites). But the bikes would have radar installed that would have front and moving mode as well as stationary. That bike probably had that as it’s part of the programming in the display if the bike did have ACC. And the holder on the back would be for a PR24 baton, not a radio as the shop told you. The older versions of the bikes used to have them upfront, and it was a dual holder, one for the PR24 and one for a Streamlight flashlight. A lot of departments like the BMW and the Hondas because the put off less heat than a Harley and have fan cooling unlike a Harley. So when your sitting running radar and Lidar, your legs are not baking, even when the engine is off.

[@JayWelchy]

Yea man, Zach got some new skills we can see from the police episode! Nice riding!

[@jamesmoros1274]

The BMW RT is the Local cop bike in South Australia, I watch the police officers ride them at our local cycling events every year, it’s amazing on the skills these riders have. Coordinated turns side by side and amazing speed, all the time they talk on the radio and tell off people to get out of the way. You can pic these older models at the Auctions for around $6000 with 100.000 km on them ☺️ and scare the crap out of any speeding driver .. lol

[@emak4558]

I love the mirrors. Once you adapt your habit for locating them to their location, you find they afford a very effective view, more so than most.

[@toddswain7459]

Does anyone else wonder how Jon and Ponch would feel about this new bike?

[@DarthVader-1701]

Ponch and Jon rode R1100 police bikes in Chips 99.

[@cavscout62]

No

[@thomasbednar7475]

Hahaha!!!

[@avdmer]

Nice episode. Like Indonesia, South Africa also has GS police bikes. It makes sense for us since the GS’s are mostly used by Metros, which also includes some more rural areas with gravel roads. No, they don’t worry about the lions.

[@ijustfelldown]

These might outrun lions but what's the score against cheetahs and leopards in terms of acceleration?

[@andyedmond248]

G'day Zack. Always enjoy your videos regardless of the bike being tested. Really appreciate the humour and wit that you put into these rides. I have ridden the 1250 RT and it is indeed a great bike. The amount of tech on this machine is what kind of throws me away from owning one. My 2017 fjr1300 pretty well does the same, and being a little old school I do prefer analogue dials as compared to a huge laptop for a dash. Each to their own of course. Again, thanks so much for these great videos.

[@johnhaugen1644]

Think about it, the mirrors and placement. I‘m the excited, happy owner of a new R 1250 RT. The more I ride the machine(with only 900 mi now) the more I appreciate the design / function of everything about the bike, mirrors included. A lot of quality design / engineering thought has gone into the creation concept. Like your channel!

[@kawaiiduck5924]

My friend has one, he said cars are more cautious around him

[@Valks-22]

Oh it's so much fun to drive around on white RT/RS with panniers, so many people tense up - and more fun and important - drop their phones immediately hahah

[@kawaiiduck5924]

@@Valks-22 he also wore a white cop looking helmet and a blue T-shirt with a badge design on the chest, for full effect

[@joevidya]

My friend had a 2018 WhiteSuzuki GSXS1000F that made everyone slow down when he approached behind them.

[@LTVoyager]

As a long time BMW owner, it is sad that BMW has decided to stop providing manuals to owners so they can maintain and repair their own bikes. This is especially important given the sparsity of BMW dealers (my nearest dealer is 150 miles away). I am now looking for another brand for my LT successor, but it is hard as the BMW bikes are simply top of the heap performance and comfort-wise.

[@trey1531]

That is sad! Do you know what brands still provide repair manuals?

[@LTVoyager]

@@trey1531 I do not. I only know that Harley was sued over RTW issues and BMW stopped issuing manuals to customers as of the 2021 models as I recall (this was reported in the BMW MOA ON magazine).

[@jpow4893]

@@trey1531 Last I saw, Yamaha still sells shop manuals for their bikes that you can buy. KTM has a surprising amount of how-to's in their user manuals for basic maintenance. Triumph has a website where you can pay by the hour, daily, or monthly to access PDF's of the dealer shop manual, but there isn't a way to just get the whole thing at once for a set price.

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

A motorcycle is a motorcycle at the end of the day, if you can strip one and put it back together, then not really an issue, just buy a GS911 to fault find then fix the problem, your bikes tell you when it needs a service either yearly or by mileage, fresh fluid, check what needs to be checked then crack on

[@LTVoyager]

@@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider Yes and no. The basics are the same, but there are many specifications unique to each model and it is good to know those. And know things like which bolts are one-time use and other information that is typically only found in the service manual. Without that, doing quality work on engines and transmissions is much more troublesome.

[@erogers2008]

The “Tippy Tap on the laptop, and send them home with something to think about” was the perfect accent!!! That’s the accent I’ll use on my next stop- your friendly Texas Moto Jock

[@Rracer300zx]

There Gildwing police bikes in Texas too. I was a truck driver back in the day and I got the chance to talk to an officer in Baytown about his bike. So cool

[@tommercer3226]

Thanks for doing a review on the new RT-P. I own a 2015 and before that, a 2004. Been riding the RT-P model for better part of 13 years. And NO, I'm not a police officer. YOU have been the only person that I've heard mention about the gears being different. I've known all along especially since I've only rode a RT model only once, that the police models are geared tall. Also the mirrors, yes they are very inadequate. I'll go as far as saying they are outright DANGEROUS. come on BMW. You can do better.

[@cavscout62]

About a decade ago the Motor Cops in Tyler, Tx went from this bike to Road Kings and then were forced onto Victory Cop Bikes. Shortly after, Victory was killed and they went back to the Road King for good. Speaking to them on several occasions the consensus was that the Road King was THE favorite by far! Comfort and maneuverability were the Big things talked about by these guys and they should know spending an average of 12 hours per day on their Bikes.

[@JK-tu1xx]

Michigan State Troopers here have opted for the BMW K1600 instead of the R1250, kind of an interesting choice if I'm being honest. They sure look to be a better suited bike considering MSP doesn't really do much of any work in cities and mostly just patrols the highways and freeways of the state. I had a pretty good moment coming home from a ride one time booking it down an on-ramp where a trooper on a brand spanking new K1600 was sitting in the median just about 300 yards off the merge of the on-ramp and had his radar right on me as I came on the highway (probably going at least 20mph over while merging) and he just gave me a thumbs down when I got on the highway. I kind of chuckled and also was sweating bullets thinking he was coming after me but he didn't bother so I guess he had bigger fish to fry that day.

[@LTVoyager]

They clearly have too much money in their maintenance budget of they can afford K1600 operational cost. 😁

[@rench55]

@@LTVoyager The tire budget alone...

[@JackieTreehoorn]

22:22 generally, Linked brakes aren’t required for ACC(Adaptive Cruise Control), my Ducati V4S doesn’t have linked brakes, has ACC. I assume the Bosch IMU sends independent inputs to front & back, but the actual braking for ACC only may just go to both

[@LTVoyager]

I agree. That is a crazy excuse.

[@Arthurzeiro]

I thought it was the CTXP featured Police bike, really wanted to see how damaged that bike got after the episode.

[@thumperjdm]

Disney villain? Being the whole bike is black & white, definitely Cruella DeVille. 🤣🐶

[@SteelJM1]

Was everyone going the speed limit around you? 🤣

[@ramant5576]

"The seven year old inside me" is the entire reason I ride motorcycles!

[@amasdaha9734]

Oh, and btw, I loved your CTXP episode, I took a class for that stuff lately and yes it kicks your ego right in the butt!

[@greathelmet]

The storage tubes at the left rear are for a flashlight and a baton while one is riding. Not for radio equipment.

[@LetsGetSwifty]

Going to do a daily rider on the 22’ KLR 650 soon?

[@DispatchMoto]

Yes, more BMW content!

[@ronaldtartaglia4459]

Ponch and John used to put their kickstand down whilst they were coming to a stop. They would drag it for quite a while, then hop off just as they stopped. Way color than backing it in.

[@tedraab5914]

I took a demo ride on a 1250RT and loved it, but I definitely agree on those stupid mirrors. They need to be higher and larger. Perhaps they work for shorter riders but not for my 6'4" self.

[@saddle8bag]

You finally said it kind of correctly! The police bike is GEARED lower to provide more torque to the rear tire. The torque at the crank that everyone gets giddy about is immaterial. The crank doesn't interface with the pavement. And that torque number at the crank is nothing more than a calculated approximation based on the very real power delivered by the rear tire to the dynamometer.

[@ScottNiklewicz]

The tubes on the back are not for radio equipment, it is for holding batons and large celled flashlights

[@eplerdp]

Quick note on Zack's comment around 20:48 about disliking Dynamic mode - you can set the suspension dampening for each ride mode, so if you like the cadillac-like squishy ride you get in road mode you can change Dynamic to be the same way! Maybe it's just because I'm a bit heavier than Zack but I thought Road mode was too under dampened especially when 2-up.

[@Cadmium_wraith]

i think a great one to do a daily rider on is the fjr 1300. ive been looking at one myself for the next bike i want. as a daily and a tourer.

[@Gnerko123]

I love mine. Fairly narrow for a tourer, god for lanesplitting. Bit heavy, bit hot in summertime traffic. Legroom could be better (I'm 6'3').

[@BorisOnWheels]

You always pick the most scenic routes for these reviews :D

[@l10industries]

I've got a few hundred miles on one of these bikes (the non police model) and have some "opinions." First, before I get into the negativity, this is a pretty agile bike in the corners and as fun in the twisties as you are going to get with 700lbs with accessories. As long as you are rolling and at speed, great bike, (albeit a little cramped?) There are two main complaints I have about the bike, the fitment of the rider and the steering geometry. I find the seat height entirely unsuitable for average size riders. You really want to be Zach's size or larger to ride this bike with the stock seat. I'm 5'10 and I've got a 30" inseam and once on the bike I am on my tippie toes at a stop. I'm not only at my tippie toes, but my legs are pretty splayed out. So what, sport bikes do that, people do that on dual sports, why is this a problem? Probably because the bike weighs 700lbs. It isn't enough that it weighs 700lbs, it is extremely top heavy once accessorized (and even before accessorized.) I suspect that is because of the massive fuel tank. I've not experienced this on the R1250R. So if you are of average build and you stop even slightly off kilter, you are going down. Stop on a slight angle, unless you are single legged bench pressing 400+ lbs you are going down. Gravel? Forget about it. So, the low seat is the answer right? Eh, maybe? It makes the bike significantly easier to handle and keep upright, but you lose significant amounts of comfort with it. Your legs will be very bent even with the peg lowering kit. The lower seat itself isn't very comfortable either, not a fan of the way it is padded. Second complaint, the steering. This thing just feels weird to steer at low speed. I'm sure you could get the hang of it, but in the few hundred miles I've ridden on it, I haven't been able to. It is extremely light at slow speeds. Like, lighter than a 250cc light. The steering stops are also very far into the travel. You very easily get to the point where you get sucked into steering harder and harder until it hits the stops. I'm sure this all makes me look like a complete noob, but IDC. Just not a fun bike around town and I think there are probably better options especially for how much it costs.

[@davetimmerman9066]

Fun ride, 2 up full load with topcase and side bags, full throttle wheelies in 2nd and 3rd gear......fun!

[@JackieTreehoorn]

32:00 I agree, the RT’s biggest comp is BMW’s own GS or K1600. Nice smooth motor, but if you want to tour, & hop on that smooth 6 of the K1600, feels more powerful & better for touring

[@thomasxl200]

And let's not forget that godly sound

[@jameshisself9324]

Except the 6 has the wheelbase of a semi

[@ntdscherer]

@@jameshisself9324 Which is great for touring. Nice and stable.

[@jameshisself9324]

@@ntdscherer Ahh, the contrarian. Always somebody. If you think you need stability I say you need more practice riding. But you ride whatever you like.

[@ntdscherer]

@@jameshisself9324 I'm the contrarian? You're the one who criticized the original comment so I guess you're a contrarian too. And while thoughtful of you, I don't need your permission to ride what I want. Take care.

[@phil4986]

I was glad to see the Virginia State Police went to these. These have to be safer then the Harley's at Interstate pursuit speeds. Fun video.

[@Hogdriver88]

Entertaining and informative, as usual 👍. Having spent a decent amount of time doing 2-parking spot u-turns on an FLHTP, I wonder how this RT-P does - very well, I am sure, and I’d love to try it. It looks like it has the advantage in maneuverability and it certainly does in weight. I should have test ridden an RT when I bought the GSA, but no buyer’s remorse on that. I would have put this above the PA as a daily rider for sure, unless the daily commute was always on dirt roads. Great review, and the CTXP was a great episode too 👍

[@derniederrheiner4518]

My BMW dealer has delivered and finished all the RT's for the state/district of NRW/Germany. At times, the BMW cars had to leave the showroom. Sometimes there were more than 50 RTs in there. . .

[@jw6825]

I recall in the 80's when the city of Toronto put out to tender for a new fleet of police bikes. BMW was the first motorcycle at the time to my recollection that had this new technology called "ABS". It instantly made the current Harleys appear to be horse and buggy, and soon you only saw cops on BMWs.

[@notinthehead]

Those sunglasses are on point!

[@fentontaylor9021]

On most BMW's you can put the suspension in Road Mode and the throttle in Dynamic mode. Thats what I do.

[@whimsicalstray]

A "Zack Courts Bail Fund" might be the most effective way to get me to use a sponsored link, that I've heard so far.

[@Hanitcal69]

The first villain I thought of when you read that question was Ursula lol. Great minds think alike

[@fleuger99]

Awesome review and looks like lots of fun. I have a 2019 RT and live in Central Texas. In the summer I ride with my shield all the way down and get enough airflow. It is perfect long distance bike once you replace the stock seat which is way too hard. You get used to the mirrors after a few months of riding the bike.

[@michaelfodor4268]

I can't remember did your Dad's GS have a Stealth Mode button? Great videos Zack. They are always fun and informative:)

[@dirtbikesicehockey4788]

So how tempting was it to throw on the light 🚨🚨?

[@cordeiropedro]

That menu/dash system and the shortcut buttons are (almost) just like a bmw car. In my x3 the short cuts is genius. 1) GPS set to go home 2 and 3 call my most important contacts , 4 trip computer and 5 Spotify app. If they get this on their more standard bikes I am getting one :)

[@michaelturner9673]

I’m a big fan of these reviews, especially yours. But not sure I agree with much of this review, except the critique of the mirrors. This is a touring bike more than anything. I think it may be the best touring bike. Yes, the GS takes this bike and adds off roading capability, but they’re different bikes. Many riders find the GS too tall, and doesn’t have wind protection. I don’t own this bike, I have the GS. But complaining about the weight and other nitpicks don’t really apply to a touring bike. Yes, it’s a sport tourer but competes mostly with touring bikes. If I complained that the R1 doesn’t carry much luggage, that would be equally silly.

[@manimuchikkal6068]

just wanted to say that bacon joke at the end cracked me up XD piglet-mobile looks like a great ride!!

[@pinkyturner3125]

Great job as always Zack, I would love to see you get the KTM 890 adventure for a daily ride episode.

[@midnightrider1827]

4k has always been the buzziest spot in OD on my boxers

[@kidplayinginthemud9284]

I ride a 2009 BMW r1200rt. Not my first bike but one that I learned how todo something’s on my own. Bought the repair manual. The only downfall I see with my bike is the seat height. I have to one leg it at a light or stopped. I wish BMW would lower the height by 1or 2 inches.

[@brucearena]

Massive balls doing that 'off-road' patch and attempting to skid the back tire on the asphalt with a 700lbs bike

[@luvsallbikes279]

So which upcoming bike or bikes that you be testing in the future do you have high expectations for ?

[@ameliekk]

I would rather have a 1080p 60 fps review than a 4k 24fps. Other than that great overview as always :)

[@bartinater]

My question was, Will it wheelie?

[@travatron4000]

Zach just needs to go out with some spray cans and put some marker dots in the open lot as replacement parking spot markers. Just enough to line up off of and no one will probably notice they're there.

[@mikemerrill175]

Impressed with how you tossed it up on the center stand. I don’t look nearly as smooth with my GS.

[@talltale9760]

GS’s weight is probably just a little less centered over the stand. My 2013 RT is effortless to put on the center stand

[@cavman7]

Don't touch the rear brake unless you are doing slow speed manoeuvres and you need the balance. Applying front brake applies proportional braking pressure to both front and rear. Any attempt at emergency threshold braking only requires front brake application. Adding rear braking input will cause the ABS to fight you and you actually extend the braking distance. I have done emergency "brake to stop" at over 180km/hr using front brake application only and it works just fine. Just think of the front brake lever like a brake pedal in a car. :) Lastly, if you hit threshold braking your rear brake light flashes as you are braking, if you hold that to a complete stop your hazards automatically come on. Added safety feature.

[@robpinter5431]

In Australia we had the 1150RTP on trial as a replacement for the K100RTP, I had the opportunity to take one for a spin, it was nice but the bike felt like an expensive tractor. The gearbox was ordinary.

[@trakdoc9528]

That part in the beginning, "print out the ticket for the violator and send them home with something to think about " . First thing that came to my mind is they'd be hitting up the Brinks truck!

[@skippynj1979]

Your addicted to the RT bike now. My 16 r1200rt was the best bike I've ever had. I wish I never sold it.

[@hornet224]

Too many electronic gadgets that will eventually fail. It's just me, but engine, chassis, paniers, fairings, TFT screen, cruise control, ABS, electric screen, and bluetooth is all that is necessary and cost effective and save 60 lbs. less weight.

[@ridingwithrusso7790]

The Honda ST1300 was another somewhat common police bike, I wonder how that compares. Cool video!

[@BikingVikingHH]

6:35 “Juuuuust a bit outside” 😉

[@berfava]

Another fun fact: 1200/1250GS is the "official" bike adopted by the brazilian crime Cartel for assault raids, meanwhile the police patrols in 250cc cheap yamahas.

[@byever1]

24:58 for the dirt road shortcut!

[@diesdas5797]

The pole at the back is not for radio... European police agencies are using that for a telescope stick mounted code3 Light

[@brulaapgaapmeester8052]

They have been placing the mirrors like that on RT-bikes for a long time. Personally I like them.

[@Treizez34]

HA that was me as the first question lol. Appreciate the answer!

[@thomasvincent9220]

I have an FJR and my biggest complaint is that when the windscreen is all the way down you don't get enough air, simmilar to the bmw

[@JGreen-le8xx]

You think they would have modified the back of the light towers to also be mirrors...

[@testtesting7740]

Great review as always. @Zack: Can you please review the 2020 or onwards R1250RS? I believe it one of the most balanced practical model for onroad usage.