BMW R1200RT vs R1150RT - old vs new

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Old vs new - similar yet different. To make a long story short, the major difference between the two is the looks, throttle response - which in the 1200 is much quicker and suspension adjustment - in R 1200 RT controlled witch flick of a switch (ESA). On the other hand you don't really feel the difference in weight or its distribution. The level of comfort is also almost identical - but remember that to adjust suspension, you have to get off the R 1150 RT and spend some time adjusting the knob. Also, the R 1200 RT's gearbox is more precise. As you can hear in the video - transmissions of the RTs sound pretty much the same. Wind protection may be a little bit better on the R 1200 RT. Performance - check the race of the two. Somehow you can feel that the new one is more powerful but can't really see a huge difference in a straight line. The R 1150 RT is equipped with Remus slip-on exhaust. Adds nice deep tones to the boxer engine's sound.
Music by Dan-O at DanoSongs.com

[@KevinGrumpyCuzz3243]

I prefer the looks of the 1150rt.

[@maxraspa2708]

So do I

[@yokapok6490]

elle sont belles toutes les deux !!!

[@jonmiller570]

Having owned both bikes, the difference is like night and day. The new RT with the twin cam motor is silky smooth, torquey, with an authorative exhaust tone. Set the cruise at 30mph and cruise with no surging and very accurate speed control. The huge difference is the weight and its impact on handling, especially at low speeds. The old RT rides like a Harley and the new RT is crisp, agile, and accurate. Much less exhausting to throw around than the heavier RT. Hopefully BMW won't blow a good thing by moving to the new water cooled boxer engine. Like all new bikes, keep it plugged in on the charger at all times as these bikes do draw current when parked and off.

[@klowen7778]

Of course nuthin's ever 'free', and all those bells & whistles and electronics on today's vehicles also means more stuff to maintain... and more dependence on your friendly local dealer whenever things go 'south'.

[@thedolphinDog]

Because of this video I bought a 2004 1150rt. Beautiful sleek music in this video Such a beautiful sleek design ended in 2004. The newer ones look like a flying robot. Something about the older style timeless masterpiece. Thank you for this video.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks! The 1150RT definitely has its own unique style that is cool!

[@battler544]

I agree I prefer the look of the 1100 and the 1150 to the 1200. The fairing on the 1200 looks too big for the front of the bike.

[@thedolphinDog]

UPDATE....now on my 3rd 2004 because this video.....thank you

[@Thekrpntr]

R100 RT and R100 s rider here, I like the simplistic nature of the old air-heads. They work OK. They are not the latest or greatest of anything, but they behave well both in town and on the highway, and (important to me), they are easy to service. It may be a while before I am in the market for a 1200 or a 1150, The old girls are just too good to give up.

[@gerardc79]

I thought the electric screen was a gimmick until I owned one. They're actually great

[@03flhtcui]

To be perfectly honest, I could easily afford a new 2017 RT if I wanted one, but I still prefer my 2002 RT. Yes, my bike is 14 years old, but it still looks showroom new and I think from a styling perspective the older body style from 2002 to 2004 RT and even the model prior to that 1996 to 2001 RT looks more appealing than the current RT's. When I look at my bike, I see aesthetically pleasing lines that are sculpted, round and contoured. In a word, it has very "sexy" lines. The bikes made from 2005 to current simply look bulky, they have sharp edges and are very robotic looking. the movie, Transformers is what comes to mind, every time I see one. From a technical standpoint, the new bikes do have more to offer and for a rider who cares about those things, then the new RT is the way to go. For me, I couldn't care less about whether a 50cc difference in engine size makes the 1200 slightly faster than my 1150. I'm not looking to win a speed contest anyway. I rarely need to go WOT anyway and when I do, I'm always impressed by what the engine is capable of. Secondly, I suppose the traction control and electronically adjustable suspension is very nice to have, but I've been riding for 30+ years without them, so it's not something that I feel is important to me. I rarely need to adjust my suspension setting except for when I ride two up. On those occasions, I get off the bike, and adjust the preload with the convenient hand dial located under the side panel. It takes less than a minute to make the adjustment. Again, I realize for some folks they want the latest and greatest technology and for them, all the goodies the new RT's offer is important. To me I have to like the way a bike looks before I throw a leg over it and go for a ride. To me, riding is a feeling an emotion and it begins with how sexy the bike looks. The same goes for women. Nobody wants to ride an ugly fat chick, either. See my point? My bike is comfortable to ride long distances, offers superior wind/rain protection from the knees down (lower fairing) and has plenty of power to ride two up. I have ABS, heated grips, electrically adjustable windscreen and stereo. I really couldn't ask for more.

[@yammydave7880]

Love my 98 R1100RT though if I hadn't already named it The Red Baron (for aggressively knocking over my 1100 Zephyr on its first visit of my garage), it would be named Big Bertha because man is it huge. Sexy yes, but in a fat chick way, just like your 1150RT. Would I sell for a 1200RT, yeah if money was no object but this is my Winter bike and really can not fault it, at all for the way it handles Winter. My little GPZ600R is great for Autumn and Spring as is the Zephyr and my old Fireblades do the Summer a treat and I'll bet the lot cost me more than a year old 1200RT!

[@thomassavage527]

Good points!

[@MrQuanticox]

Hey I also want to buy one. Could you tell me what do you think about their breaks and gear shifting? Lot of people are complaining about that. Is that true?

[@mudskipper9406]

Love my 02 1150RT too. Dont need those extra electronics. And btw, my RT is still a head turner.

[@mwkoskamp1]

@@MrQuanticox you have to get used to it. I love my 2005 r1200rt. It shares a lot with the 2003 1150. Just keep 1200 dollars in your savings account in case the power brakes need to be refurbished

[@user-or2xb8wo7h]

I bought a 2007 R1200RT a year ago and what an awesome ride. Am a tall dude 6'5" and fits like a glove.

[@PRDewhurst]

That’s good to know. I’m 6’6” and ride a 1996 R1100RT. Love the bike but see a 1200RT in my future at some point…good to know it will fit!

[@gdalsin]

Great comparison; really gives you a "feel" for the differences (and similarities). Love my '02 RT, it's given me 8 years and nearly 60,000 miles of smiles. I'm sure the 12rt is an improvement performance wise, and it does tempt me from time to time, but I do all my own service work and the electronics on the 12 give me pause. Maybe, with a GS911 in hand, I might give the 12 a chance down the road. Thanks for posting!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I would say that the RT always keeps that specific character of its own - with every next model. They have always been quite nice and rather reliable, even the newer ones.

[@supergnorf]

Nice video! Sort of inspired me to go the next step after having had the R1150RT for about half a year. Now ridden both over 10,000km and I have to say, no doubt it my mind in what saddle I'd like to be. The only thing I liked more about the R1150RT was lower rev in traveling speed on freeways. I tested in the 2016 R1200RT as some claimed it had a different gear exchange but noticed nothing major. This year I've done of 17,000km on the R1200RT, in all sorts of weather through Europe. Originally planned to do the same trip with the 1150 but have to say glad I upgraded. The gearing is smoother and the handling vastly improved on the 1200. The ESA especially was a welcoming addition to have, besides of traction control and the rest. Since I've tested the latest LC with all bells & whistles possible to get still not sure I'll rush for it. The LC engine is fantastic and has a surprising amount of grunt whilst compared to the air-cooled but does it really matter that much on long hauls? Not for me. in 2017 I'll try a whole range of different touring bikes to see if there really is anything else I'd desire. Also plan to try the S1000XR. But right now I'm perfectly ok with the Air-cooled R1200RT :)

[@barkermjb]

I love my R1100R/T... I've had it since new in 2000. In a few days I'm looking forward to picking up my new 2014 R/T. It will be a huge leap forward. Nice video!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I must say that I've seen the new 2014 RT on saturday and really liked it. Test rode it a few meters and it seemed very light and even easier to turn than current RT. Overall, I was impressed. I only have mixed feelings about the front fairing which looks a little too big in comparison with the front wheel - looking from the side. Gotta wait for higher temperatures to have a proper test ride. But so far I'm happy for you and good luck with the brand new one!

[@littlecente1133]

I prefer the look of the 1100rt with the old style square headlight - I’m biased, of course, because I have one.

[@matonmongo]

Spot on, and with that beautifully integrated fairing, one of the best looking bikes BMW ever designed, besides the original airhead RT 'sport tourer', which is still a classic even today.

[@GDLOTKIDOG]

Love these bikes. The old 1150 will alway be one of my fav bikes of ALL time. Love them. Almost the perfect bike

[@davenathan5347]

I just bought a red '03 R1150RT and LOVE IT. I'm sure the upgrades are great on the 1200, and I like the look of it as well, but my 1150 is my baby.

[@richardhardy2481]

I second that emotion! Mine is an '04 1150RT...sweetest ride I've been on but the 1200 looks like a winner as well.

[@bmwrider8659]

I've got an 04, Piedmont Red. LOVE IT! I live in CA, lane splitting is legal here and it saves me lots of time commuting. My commute is long, but on my RT, it's pleasant. Crank up the stereo, pass all the cars stuck in traffic. Saves me 35 minutes each way and having fun while doing it!

[@carguybd]

I’ve had my custom painted (original owner) 03 RT since it was a few months old, and it has been flawless for 16+ years. I have had more fun on this than anything, which is saying something because I have a giant vehicle collection. That said, this year the ABS sensor quit, and it’s basically unrepairable- the part is nowhere to be found. Additionally, it would be about $4k to fix. Ultimately I had no choice but to revert to conventional brakes, but that actually improved the feel, and cost $200. I plan to ride Herman the German for as long as he’ll have me.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Nice one, I like what you wrote. However, the policy of stopping to supply parts is a true pain. Same happens with cars and it's ridiculous. It's a pity that you're experiencing it too.

[@mikeham5465]

Scott you still Have her? Still goin strong

[@beemrdon52]

Not sure where you are but Module Master will rebuild ABS modules for $400. I replaced my ABS module for my K1100 LT from a used one on ebay 70,000 miles ago. This is not a big problem.

[@oldridersteve217]

Have had many bikes, but bought an 04 1150RT to try a BMW. Have heard of a couple bad issues with it, but no trouble yet at 70k. The bike has fun power can cruise all day at 90mph very attractive looks for its age and pretty darn comfortable. I will put some $ into her to keep it going. I do wish the dash was a little more modernized. I will buy a newer BMW sometime to add to the empire, but this bike overall was a winner for BMW

[@VToldsMotoShow]

As far as I know, this is one of the more reliable bikes out there. As long as the driveshaft is doing fine, the bike should be happy.

[@lex1945]

Nice video! Bought an R1150RT last week, in the same grey metallic color. Such a neat looking bike. I am very happy with it.

[@rivernet62]

Have enjoyed ours immensely

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Nice, let's hope it will run great. I stumbled upon somebody's comment who mentioned that BMW stopped supporting the R1150RT in terms of parts already and it may be hard to get some of them. I wonder how accurate that is and if it's regarding all or just some rare parts. Anyhow, better to learn about that in time. Didn't mean to scare you but I got surprised with that same policy with a fun car that I get myself recently and got pissed off a lot myself.

[@lex1945]

@@VToldsMotoShow Some parts can be indeed in backorder for a whileor difficult to find, but there are ways to work around this. Mine just came back from a big service, took a while, but she's all good. Best is to join one of the BMW forums, they can help you out very much. also, used or refurbishedparts can help a lot. (and it is also very cost-effective in some ways, because new original parts can be ridicously expensive from time to time. )

[@gmcjetpilot]

I did not get much out of the video, the notes were helpful. I have a '04 R1150RT I just finished a 6 day 1400 mile ride, including all the twisties in and around the Smokey Mountains... great fun. I am happy with my RT. I relize the newer R1200RT has better engine and suspension... The new new R1200RT has water cool now. However I am trying to stay simple and away from bigger and more complex. The new F800GT might be my next "SPORT TOURING" bike or a used R1200RT '07 or newer. I just don't want to get rid of the R1150RT, but don't have room, money or time for two bikes.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I had the F 800 GT for a few days last year and didn't like it much. The engine is far from being agile and so you need to rev it really hard. It also becomes very hot in warm days. Not as comfortable not fast as the R 1200 RT. Not a bad machine but definitely for someone who doesn't like to ride fast.

[@beemrdon52]

1st world problem...I fully comprehend.

[@newsouthwhaler]

Great video ,tossing up wither to buy a 2011 for my 2001 1150,this hasn't convinced me I want to give the old girl up yet,Great work with this video

[@brianking3565]

I’ve been riding bikes 48 years toured Ireland,Europe,on Hondas Suzuki s but the r1150rt is the best bike I’ve ever owned ,electric screen heated grips pure comfort amazing handling plenty of low torque great luggage capacity can’t fault it this awesome bike is now twenty I won’t get rid of it until I find a bike to match,which is probably an expensive new rt no need as the 1150 is mint and still glints

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I'm glad that you're happy with the R1150RT. Sounds like you've got some serious comparisons over the years, so this makes it count even more. I wonder if you'd like the first R1200RT. I think that it was a sort of a breakthrough in an RT lineup. If you ride the newest one, then you'll get the vibe of the first R1200RT, maybe there's a bit less power but there's also less weight.

[@stuartvorster4911]

Great bike the old RT, had a Biaritz blue a few years, loved it, beautifully made & i think would last forever. Did many long journeys in South Africa with it Winter (do we have Winters in S.A.?) & Summer - great memories. If you end up being responsible for me buying another.....my Wife is gonna take out a hit on you! Thanks, thats really a memorable video, I enjoyed it. Johannesburg, South Africa

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Now that's a good one! The fact is that the RT series is really, really successful and that's fully deserved. Cannot go wrong with these bikes! All the best and I'm running even further north now ;)

[@chrisboddy9775]

R1150RT all the way looks and comfort top notch great motor my 2001 is still great

[@blndrckr]

I have a 96' and I bought a new 2018 2 years ago. All I can say is WOW. Theres nothing like riding a new bike for me. Lighter, quicker, more torque, water cooled , and apparently, I've heard no more rear end drive issues...my 2 cents

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks for your input. BMW definitely go in line with technology development. I'm really impressed with the advencements they do in their bikes.

[@michaelbmw1931]

This video is just so perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Glad you like it!

[@thatmanstumototours2270]

Nicely shot and informative...but RT's are baggers for 99% of its riders,99% of the time....the cases are an integral and very important part of the look and use of the bike..keep them on....naked without them....they are BMW's, after all....

[@JDoubleOP]

If you gear up a little bit quicker with the 1150 it's quicker than you showed. Just a little detail. Max torque up to 5700 rpm.

[@ewkajulek1]

Dzięki za nie złą prezentację. Mnie osobiście imponują tylko osiągi nowego modelu. Wygląd w żadnym razie. Może to kwestia koloru. Odnoszę wrażenei że nowy już nie posiada takiej spójności linii opływu.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Coś w tym jest, bo RT z '13 roku ma design podobny do BMW 7 np. z 2004 - od czapy trochę. Wygląda potężnie, ale bywa że ludziom się nie podoba stylizacja a'la transformers. Natomiast z pozycji jeźdźca jest naprawdę super. Tylko do miasta moim zdaniem zbyt mało poręczny. Choć z jakiegoś powodu policja na całym świecie daje radę.

[@ewkajulek1]

V-Told "Transformers" oto właściwe wyrażenie. Pełna, na pierwszy rzut oka, symetria, oto mój sposób patrzenia. Nieporęczny w mieście? Zgadza się. Za to, jak sam to nazywam, panzerfaust na trasie.

[@MrQuanticox]

Panowie ten komentarz jest co prawda z przed 5 laty ale mam nadzieję, że uzyskam odpowiedź. Myślę nad zakupem RT z 2004 roku - motocykl w bardzo ładnym stanie. Nurtują mnie tylko kwestie hamulców, bo słyszałem opinie że są fatalne w tym modelu. Czy któryś z Panów mógłby to potwierdzić? To samo ze skrzynią biegów, motocykliści piszą że wchodzą bardzo kiepsko. Bardzo chętnie usłyszę opinię od Państwa. Pozdrawiam.

[@herbbaird589]

I love the style and appearance of the older RT over the newer ones. They were beautiful bikes, but dropping 50lbs, 15 more ponies makes a difference. I have a RT1200 2007 and wouldn't trade for the newer bikes. BMW has taken care under expired warranty ABS issue, fuel pump proactively without any issues, replace fuel sensor gauge twice due to our Ethanol nonsense. I have 5 different bikes and love them all the same, I should be ashamed. My RT should last me the rest of my asphalt worn days.

[@mikecronin520]

agree a goldwimg guy

[@davidt6849]

I like the 1150, the 1200 may be better but that would make it a competition between first and second place wouldn't it, really great bikes for touring long distances. We take our rt when we go far on long stretches of highway and take out the cbrs when we play around near home on curvy roads for a few hours. Life is good on two wheels, any bike nurtures the soul :)

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Very nicely said! Having a few bikes is a truly cool spot to be in. All the best with all the machines :)

[@sund5]

This is a bike I would like to travel the world on.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Definitely would do very well.

[@martiniv8924]

I had a new BMW 1150RT , loved the style and riding experience, but the Brakes/ABS 🙈 nightmare

[@VToldsMotoShow]

The brakes used to make a cool sound though!

[@zrx12gs650g]

Liked the drag race! Nice comparison.

[@stuartmilligan670]

Old is gold .

[@505197]

The 1150 has a much more elegant side stand. It's the little details like that that really count. When they stuck the 1200 clutch right behind the front wheel, they really lost me there. I want my big heavy car style flywheel where it belongs, between the engine and transmission. If I wanted fancy engineering I'd buy Asian.

[@mlinuxgada]

I like the sound of the older R1100RT - better, smoother.

[@dorianandrei6501]

This was so relaxing to watch with the music haha

[@darylneal989]

1150 with brakes/ABS & bar vibration sorted sounds good.

[@RichardT2112]

Forgot to say 1200 engine has more final drive issues than a stray dog has fleas. Stick with the 1150 and you’ll be fine.

[@Mesdriver]

I guess the 1200 has better specs, still I do not like its looks. I love the R1150, I have one myself. I think the 1150 is the last stylish BMW. The latter bikes are Tupperware bikes imo.

[@TheRealBaxterslideralus]

both are incredible machines

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Gotta agree with that. However, one can notice the generation difference between them.

[@TheRealBaxterslideralus]

@@VToldsMotoShow agreed but on a level of engineering quality they both have there merits

[@toluwole]

So soothing.

[@ohagen6454]

U give the impression that the old RT is faster than the new RT off the line, or was that due to pilot skill?

[@jasoneyes01]

Properly maintained, R1100RT and GS is the most indestructible touring motorcycle ever built. It's ashame starting with R1150RT the systems became so complex, unreliable, and expensive with little gains in performance and handling.

[@honkyfryingpan7227]

As I type I am squatting over a frying oan and I am ejecting a wide girthed steaming turd.

[@piotrcichawa2852]

Hello everyone. Please let me know what you think about this model with 100,000 km mileage. My friend is selling it in a practically showroom condition visually and technically everything seems to be fine, but the mileage is probably quite high for a motorcycle? I would like to buy it but I am afraid that something will suddenly start to break down due to the mileage. ABS was regenerated a week ago but this is a fairly well-known ailment of this model from what I have read and unfortunately expensive. I assume that after regeneration it will ride longer. Best regards to all

[@sradman600]

old is best. forever 😍

[@gpusamericainc.1363]

Awesome video!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thanks! I'm glad that you like it!

[@fireoil]

The good old fatty bmw. Not fat as the k1200 lt. Unique curvy forms. Motorcycle of my childhood as a passenger

[@berlinbear11b18]

I bought the silver one after watching this video 100 times

[@brianking3565]

Best Bike I’ve ever owned ,only problem Irish Bmw dealer in Belfast charge unfunny money for repairs.but still awesome machine,buy a 1150 rt and discover pure touring perfection

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Right, what a beautiful world it would be if vehicles would not be breaking. I totally agree as it hurts and BMWs tend not to be the cheapest. Still, they're really premium and so are maintenance costs.

[@otromikro]

I owned a R1150RT. Honesty, and for the price, I prefer the R1150RT. No major differences. You can drive really fast! in twisted roads and the 6th in highway is very nice. BUT the infamous brake servo in the R1150RT make this bike totally discarded. I know what it is to have a fault in the servo downhill twisty mountain and is a very bad experience. And repair the servo is 2000€!!!!!! A very very good bike with very bad and dangerous brakes. (sorry english)

[@anaconda6147]

Love old one!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

That best never gets old!

[@TheBaron481]

Im sticking with the older model. Less tech' to break down is an easy trade for 15hp and 14 lbs ft Torque

[@JDoubleOP]

The 1100/1150RT with V-stream medium windshield has even a better windprotection than the 1200RT.... 1100/1150/1200 greatest touring bikes ever produced. The BMW quality has been declining after the year 2000.... Riding qualities are amazing on all of these bikes. AMAZING. Very quick on curvey roads, lot's of torque, low fuel consumption (5ltr/100km), lot's of comfort, great breaks, lot's of luggage space and they ride like a sportsbike. The whole package gives you the best bikes ever produced. I rode them all, never got lost riding in a group of sportsbikes, most of the times even quicker than the guys. Only on the straight you get blown away by the sportsbikes........... let them have the times of their lifes :)

[@basaraj]

JDoubleOP You’ve obviously never owned an FJR. Smoother, faster, better handling and more reliable. The R series BMW’s are good bikes no doubt but can’t keep up with an FJR or Concours 14 which are true “sport” touring motorcycles.

[@ziegle9876]

It is less a quality decline, it is more the use of "biodegrading" material, like for cable covers etc....

[@gerardorockerman69]

@@basaraj my Rt1200 handles way better than a concours much lighter.

[@gerardorockerman69]

Well you think their quality went down after 2000, I own an 1979 r100rs, an R1100s and a 2008 r1200rt my R11s has 64000 miles and hasn't never broke anything yet.

[@t.b8954]

@@ziegle9876 definite and big quality decline. Newer bikes are nicer to ride though

[@eddymendez1832]

Excellent video, what year is the R1150?...Happy Holidays!

[@VToldsMotoShow]

The 1150 is a 2002 model year. Happy holidays to you too!

[@stbravoone978]

i got also an '04 R1150RT for over a year already. I really like it and I've been into rallies a few times and did another one the other day for just under 400kms. but his time I found out my saddlebag above the exhaust tip where the exhaust blows by under the bag melted and put a hole on it, burnt my t-shirts inside. does anybody knows if this is a normal fact on this bike? it's an stock OEM exhaust and saddlebags on it..

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I haven't seen saddlebags on these bikes so far. Stock panniers are perhaps a better solution. It the stock exhaust gets really hot, then it may make the bag melt if it is touching it. If it's not, I wouldn't expect it to do so - I'm surprised. I've seen similar situation on a Suzuki DL 1000 on which the bags were laying directly on the exhausts and melted a bit leaving black mark on them. But there are two casn so they do not get as hot as in the RT. Swap it for an aftermarket exhaust - the do not get so hot.

[@nezamvazifeh]

Funny how in the video 1150 engine seems to be smoother and more responsive...

[@sheene71]

1150 sounds like a boxer engine compared to the rt1200

[@chrisspencer8958]

I agree panniers must be left on it is a sport/tourer after all. :^)

[@daytoncarcare4705]

I wonder if they solved the excessive vibration in the clip-ons (bars) with the K12RT?? The K1150RT would make my hands numb after 40 miles... Have a K1200RS now. Much happier with this bike. More power and less vibration. Not to mention better looking.

[@johnnyb4060]

I love these bikes. Thank you - great test...

[@TheLuckymoon]

A more comfortable seat with the 1150 RT

[@travelinben1966]

I was considering buying an 1150 RT until one of the commentors mentioned the brake servo problem.🤔

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Ooo, I haven't heard about that.

[@Archer28M]

I own R1100RT for more than 10 years. It,s 1998 year model. I have put about 44.000 km in 10 years on it. The things that broke down: spead wire-snail, front break switch, back break switch, clutch handle bar. Nothing els. In 10 years... Well this bike is so low cost ownership that i will not change it for newer model until i retire. Even then i will put it in the corner of the garage. I hawe put higher wind shild on it. Change original radio for newer one and put some stickers on it. Just today he will take me acros Slovenia, Hungary, Romania, Croatia... 4-5 day trip... Shit thera are things to be done today. Upload new mp3 play lists, put the clotes and equpment in suitcases, put the Garmin on... and the sheap whole on the seat... What an advanture will it be with bike with more than 110.000 km on the clock.

[@posterlon]

super la rt 1150 Merci pour video

[@user-cv2su8iy9d]

The best is the enemy of the good. So, I vote r1150rt. By the way, it sounds tenderer.

[@Jodyrides]

i tested the 1150 and the moto guzzi norge & fjr & st 1300 & concourse.. all three of the Japanese sport touring bikes were ovens to ride. I mean I cannot believe people can ride these things they are that hot on an 80° and warmer day.. like sitting in front of your oven with all your gear on in the oven door is open..what a pity i went with the guzzi because i can tur the ABS off for those times when I get stuck on a downhill gravel road or on wet grass in a camping area or, three times I rode to work and got caught in a sudden snowstorm and had to ride home in the snow. If you have ABS and you’re in the snow, you don’t have brakes.. I just sold my Norge to update my stable after 14 years. I never had any trouble with that bike. Now four months later, I’m sorry I sold it

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Ah yes, it sometimes happens that we miss a particular thing after getting rid of it. That's a case of myself too by the way. Interesting approach to ABS however. Nowadays only enduro motorcycles can have an option of switching ABS off - for offroading. Now in snow I'd never ride myself. I rode right after a hail storm on a bike with no traction control and this ended up in a crash as the tires were like rocks. I'm glad you were fine.

[@gordonmccoy4537]

Very nice... Thank you..

[@EfixDorati]

R1150RT 💓

[@ccooper8785]

is it just me or are the foot pegs too high on both of these?

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Not sure but I believe that they may actually be adjustable. I may be wrong and confused that with the solution available on the GS/Adventure. But I've never noticed any issues there.

[@joxerveliky7334]

R1150RT!

[@Rockinbiker1946]

I had a 1150RT and 1150GS. Prefer them over the 1200s and 1250s. Simpler and not as much to go wrong.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Now this is an interesting experience but hey, some say that those more modern models tend to lack their souls ("more") too. Actually that's correct when it comes for example to the generic screens that are the same across almost all the models (with a big exception for R1250RT).

[@sheene71]

1150 engine is a proven engine so reliable

[@NEPTUNECHALLENGER]

If you own a 1150 of course you are going to say it's better! I have the 1200 and it is soooo much better

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I do not and did not own any of these two.

[@jesuisledocteur]

Thks for your video !

[@VToldsMotoShow]

You're welcome. Cheers!

[@RCASSIN]

Great Video. At about 3:48 what is the make of boots you are wearing? Thanks, Rob

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Well, these are MTech boots. However, they may be no longer available as they're a couple years old now. Cheers!

[@shiftyshamsk]

The RT1150 looks like the fish headed alien in star wars, the one that shouts "IT'S A TRAP!". Joking apart. I like the older bike. The way the engine moves on using the throttle. A certain charm that's missing on new machines.

[@VToldsMotoShow]

I'd say the older one is kind of more raw, if that makes any sense. I think it does as we both feel what the thing is. Cheers!

[@MrKlimentov]

R1200RT it´s a good looking bike, but i was very disappointed with it. First i took Honda ST1300 Pan European for a ride and it was a bike with perfect harmony, easy to ride after few seconds. Then i took a ride on R1200RT and i was really working hard to keep this bike running.

[@sheene71]

ive rechipped my rt1150 goes a lot better now

[@KaerRid]

R1100RT is the best!)

[@flexjay87]

1200 looks sooo much better, but they both sound anemic. power numbers on the 1200 much more desirable, but still low by Japanese standards, and of course german quality is no where near Japan !

[@ziegle9876]

2004 1150RT is the best ever. Significant downgrade of ride comfort thereafter.

[@EfixDorati]

bmw r1150rt the best!!!!

[@christianf8347]

Bof,franchement, je ne trouve pas que la 1150 ait pris un si grand coup de vieux que ça ? ☺

[@hawaiiallan]

1150 for me!

[@sheene71]

prefer the r1150rt

[@Mauriziociclista]

Il piacere di andare a spasso per l'Europa.

[@pawesobieralski9585]

May 2014 in Florence

[@miles-thesleeper-monroe8466]

Beautiful bikes but that ridiculous throw from the transverse engine 🤣

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Almost one of a kind!

[@miles-thesleeper-monroe8466]

@@VToldsMotoShow yep classics I'd have one

[@JulenJoel1512]

I like if you would like to have that motorcycle

[@kevinfarrell5778]

1200 is a space ship compared to the 1150... don't know why they stuck a fat fish face on it ....dash is the same as my old 1999 rt which was a great bike....tour the world in supreme comfort...latest r 1200 models r just stunning ...but would never get it past the wife ... so you tube it is then....haha...

[@libertyman3072]

✌🏿😜 Je recherche une BMW R 1200 RT petit budget.. même ex Gendarmerie.. Merci à tous ! ✌🏿😜

[@arkadiuszkozak6215]

Można się jakoś z Panem skontaktować

[@VToldsMotoShow]

W zakładce z informacjami o kanale tutaj na KZbin jest e-mail, pod którym jestem do usług.

[@arkadiuszkozak6215]

@@VToldsMotoShow ok będę szukał chce pomówić o bmw

[@SuperSHAUNTHESHEEP]

just like my women i like curves so it has to be the old model for me .

[@GadgetMart]

Just like my women I like them light, so it has to be the new model for me.

[@barbrafay9417]

SuperSHAUNTHESHEEP how dare you refer to women to a fat bulky Machine

[@libertyman3072]

✌🏿😜 🏁 🏍 🏁 🏍️ 🏁 🏍️ 🏁 🏍️✌🏿😜

[@erysutrisno1064]

Kesini gara2 sakti moto aji

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Weird, even Google translate couldn't help here. Anyone? I need to know if it's offensive or not ;)

[@libertyman3072]

✌️😜 🏁 🏍️ 🏁 🏍️ 🏁 🏍️ 🏁 🏍️✌️😜

[@atillaerdem4010]

1150 & 1100 daha güzel çizgilere sahip.

[@ericbyers9554]

The 1150 looks better

[@firmajunker]

Don't like, GS more interesting

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Thankfully one may ride only one bike at a time.

[@salv01645]

La 1150 è meglio.

[@betruly7894]

Old vs New 😂 in 2020 both are too old

[@VToldsMotoShow]

Good point, mate.

[@marioscarselli7934]

Assolutamente. Brutte

[@j.h.holliday5748]

Decent video....music sucks.