BMW Motorcycles R1200RT! (Long Version)

[@burkerow]

I think I've watched this video 100 times. It truly brings out the essence of a motorcycle road trip. A great motorcycle, a great woman and a great road. Life doesn't get any better than this.

[@MWS1960]

I’ve owned three RT’s since I saw this video…it’s the video that made me first try the RT. Best bike I’ve ever ridden.

[@Dazzlerman2000]

No one can truly appreciate the imagined pleasure of sweeping around long, inviting curves on a welcoming road that beacons you and your motorcycle unless that has been a personal experience. Now, at 70 years old, and currently riding my 17th motorcycle, I am enjoying riding more than ever before. Thanks, Ren (Son), for sending the link along to me. Lets ride.

[@tim7527]

Saw this 10 years ago and had to have a new 1200RT. Many miles later we are still riding our 2005 R1200RT and love it.

[@vanchb14tube]

I bought mine 18 months ago (2008). I waited 30 years to get another bike, and boy, did I pick a good one. It's truely like flying... Can't beat the performance, ride, comfort and features. I am the luckiest guy in the world, at least that is the way I feel when I am on a ride....

[@arnaud33]

Absolute pleasure to ride. Have one for two years now and runs like a charm!

[@bardoerp]

Very inspirational, especially with snow still 2 feet high here.

[@derniederrheiner4518]

I rode an R80RT 40 years ago. But now I've had a GS for over 25 years. The current one has also been with me for almost 20 years. It simply fits better. With 2up and three weeks' holiday, the aluminium cases simply fit more in and on.

[@upva]

EXCELENTE VIDEO, NO ME CANSO DE VERLO UNA Y OTRA VEZ, ME DAN GANAS DE SALIR A UN VIAJE ASI. GRANDIOSA MOTOCICLETA Y PRESTIGIADA MARCA, LO MAXIMO.

[@shellsan8483]

this is a beautiful example of... "true. ..passionate....LOVE"

[@jeanc819]

Given that my R1200RT was built on St Valentines Day in 2008, I fully agree with your post. Cheers!

[@SeanManks]

Still like to watch it after 4 years... Classic.!!

[@boxercolombia]

Superb..!!!! There´s nothing in life like a winding road in front of you... only bikers know this feeling... priceless..!!!

[@crazy77town]

seems extremely smooth on the corners with double ride even in deep bunking

[@ankeborgwaldt3373]

still love it myself, having been the "pretty-happy woman" in this ad! "links-links-links, Morrison!" - i laugh at myself everytime, for getting left and right wrong! :)

[@danfotea]

I have a BMW 1100 RT, after over 20 years I had only classic motorcycles ... is amazing feeling riding a BMW RT..:))

[@spivvo]

I watched the video and I went and bought one... off to the alps this weekend... roll on mid life crisis!

[@mariotravnikar3025]

Ovo je spot radi kojega sam prije više od 10 godina ponovno kupio motor i uživao❤

[@debelt]

The R 1200 RT will be my next bike. If I'm going to spend $24K on a new bike, it's going to be one with 21st century technology, not 19th century. My Harley riding buds think I'm nuts, but I know quality when I see it.

[@kevbarb64]

Sold my Harley FLH. Bought the BMW R1200RT....love it! Great decision

[@johnminigan]

I saw the video, I got the bike! it was just that simple. I have a 2009 R1200RT and I love it! even seeing the new one(2010) I am still love mine. I have owned many bikes in over the last 30/yrs and this one is simply the best I have ever owned! Ride it and you will buy it. it"s just the simple. a long haul truck driver....

[@Priestonwheel]

Mi amor por la R1200RT y las mas moderna R1250RT nacio en este video... espectacular!!

[@aaryan505]

i am watching in 2019 and still love this bike

[@guillermoacosta423]

Veo este vídeo y me veo con mi Federica , yo y nuestra bmw que es igual hasta en el color. !! buena ruta y buen paisaje.

[@chippertpa]

I pick mine up in San Antonio on Thursday evening....riding back to Florida...can't wait!

[@danlien9153]

On my second RT. Amazing bike!!

[@edwinrosales986]

Awesome video! Thinking of getting an RT as well. Love the footage and absolutely fell in love with the story portrayed in this film. Safe riding everyone.

[@FullArmorRider]

I love this bike, everything feels right when riding it.

[@fmschiav]

Great video. I think I'll still stick to my R1150R, at least until I run 100,000 miles on her. then maybe the R1200RT. that said, ya gotta love those R bikes. Outstanding machines.

[@goosemusic]

Just picked up my R1200RT this weekend and couldn't be happier. Now if it will just cool down a little bit here in Texas so that I can actually ride without melting away!

[@AMPATL]

Each manufacturer portrays their machines as the only ones that can deliver a fulfilling tour experience. BMW is up there with the best of them, but there are many brands to choose from.

[@WWOmar]

I saw one of these bikes yesterday 9/12/09 in Long Beach, CA. Wow! it's pretty, it's big, looks amazing and mesmerizing. I will get one for myself!!! Definetly!!!

[@StuHNomadBiker]

Superb vid!! its so good to be out on the bike in countryside like that...

[@norsktysker]

I don't want an RT1200 now. But i want to go to Norway again! On my good old '91 Honda Transalp ;-) God, how I miss that place.

[@geeselouise]

Ditto what AKAbimmer said.. I watched about 15 seconds before I put it in mt favorites file. My R100 is about a week away from being completely rebiuld and restored. No short cuts and no expence was spared. I figured with 171 thousand miles on it, it was time to "make it new" again. I should have a video posted on it in a month or so.

[@dwfindley]

WOW, this guy can ride. WOW - I want to make my RT corner like his. Great video from Norway where my bride was born. Best music. Yike this is soooo good.

[@megmeg2949]

Im still keeping the exactly same bike and still enjoying the bike

[@udokaleck439]

...ja...ein Traum! Das beste motorrad das ich je gefahren bin! 2021er RT 719 in Vollausstattung ❤...vor 2 Wochen habe ich mir noch eine RT 1200 baujahr 2009 gekauft 😅😅 ...ich bekomme nicht genug davon...❤

[@tropicalbiker2534]

It's Norway , the itineray was on the 1200 RT brochure of 2006 ! Then I travelled around norway In 2007 . THis movie is certainly the best movie made for romantic tourism in Norway !

[@Redinton]

Magnífica máquina para mi la mejor 💙✌️

[@annirunaway]

my gparents have always rode on same bike. there is NO shame in that. and these two look like the cutest happiest couple. my German gparents have been married since they were 18 and i wish this beautif couple the same. Those that ride together stay together! two bike or tandem!!! much love from Alaska! :)

[@samfisherman007]

In Australia here, police retire their bikes every year, and you can bid for one cheaply every year at a fraction of the RRP, but police versions are only single seated, and have a slightly different rear end, more thinner boxes at the sides.

[@LordyBeevill]

I've had the 2010 for 6 months, i think the 1200gs is very slightly better handling But the wind protection & features are great has everything and is deceptively fast, id go quicker on this everywhere then on the k1300r i traded. Would i get another one ? -probably no, i'm looking at trading back to another GS. Everyone thinks your a police bike lol but all the same it's a great bike & hard to fault -just the gs suits me better

[@ghervasze]

they do complement each other in a nice way. don't they? i googled some of the lyrics that i could make out but no luck. i am beginning to think it might not be a released track but like some sort of sound track for the commercial only.

[@BIWOZ]

The perfect example of "Sell the sizzle, not the steak". It's selling a lifestyle, a lifestyle we would all like to have. Fabulous ad ... and she's not bad either! :-D

[@briananderson2219]

That was an awesome video

[@vplph]

what a pace... is that Randy Mamola riding???

[@BikerBabeDK]

An R1200RT is an "Autobahn locomotive", not an offroader, nor a race bike. If you want *that* in your bike, buy a BMW F800GS or a BMW K1300S. But for riding long stretches on motorways/country roads/city traffic, the R1200RT is excellent and easy to handle. No, it won't go from zero to the graveyard in under three seconds like an MV Agusta F4 750 brutale, but if you choose an R1200RT, that's not what you're looking for.

[@MrTotingtinga]

Man, this ad is more better love story than Twilight

[@Master_Nightstone]

@mikehansonrules - Is there as many rear drive failures on the R 12 Rt as the K 12Lt's?

[@CeltsClaire]

... this bike seems like a nice compromise between sport and touring... love the video, thanks so much for posting :)

[@Master_Nightstone]

@mikehansonrules - I just got rid of my K1200 Lt. It seemed every other week it had problems...costly problems. Went with a 2005 R1200 Rt. Would have went with a different manufacturer. No other dealer would take my K bike in trade ( cant blame them ). Wonder if the K1600 Gtl will have all the same issues?

[@ropstad]

Norway. Around Bergen I think. Go there from june to september, less rain :)

[@bigpeeler]

Beautiful. Both the vid and the bike. Long live BMW.

[@robhickling1169]

oh god im picking mine up on Saturday - identical colour !!!

[@mapmedic]

@txplants I really like the video and in particular the song that starts around 3:37. After listening several times I began writing the lyrics down in order to Google them. What I eventually learned was the advertising company that created the video has a house band. So, the song was made just for the video and is not available. This was according to a post I found somewhere on the web. I have a 2006 RT and love it.

[@reissmanb]

agree, I'd like to know who sings in the final scenes

[@rmvsxop]

The ad Guzzi should have made for the Norge. Can't be a coincidence BMW chose to use a red bike, of all colours!

[@LesaMacGregor]

THAT WAS AWESOME!!! Thanks Ren!!!!

[@boxatricks]

A 21 year old on an R1 couldn't afford this bike nor a the guy operating the ferry. It's Great to know that there is somewhere for the well healed BMW driving banker to go on their touring bikes. I wonder would an FJR a PAN or a Varadero been able to cope with the extremes the BMW took in its stride here. I think the thing that separates these bikes is not their capabilities but the depth of their owners pockets.

[@homigom2]

중간에 나오는 바흐의 무반주 첼로곡도 너무 좋고...정말 내가 꿈꾸는 여행...아~떠나고 싶다~

[@sithlordvyd]

I love my 84 r100rt, I can put a full face helmet in the krauser luggage...big old bing carbs 70hp 56ftlbs of torque...work on it myself...powder coated the wheels, has a bright blue metallic paintjob, those BMW R series bikes are special, I mean even for my old bike they make fork braces and upgraded swing arms its amazing the support they still get. But this newage RT...looks like a serious bike woudl love to ride one. but ya know...the old beemers just keep working...so...ill save the $

[@parrotheadstx]

Skatalolen: My respose from BMW Motorrad Dear Enthusiast: Thank you for contacting BMW Motorrad, LLC regarding the commercial music for the R 1200 RT. We appreciate your enthusiasm for our vehicles. We work with an advertising company which employs an in-house band, and this piece of music was composed specifically for the commercial. Unfortunately, the music has not been released for sale. Regards, Doug Cavin BMW Motorrad USA

[@07arz]

thanks to publish it, wonderfull!

[@Tekinton]

My first cruiser, love it!

[@thosjnr]

Anyone know who sings the song to the end of this video?

[@Master_Nightstone]

@mikehansonrules - You are not kidding on cost of service. So far my K 12 had- Tranny seal and slave cylinder- $2200, Front Telelever shock Used $675, 4 sets of tires at $245/tire, rear trunk latch $975, Steering damper $395, fuel ling quick disconnect $37/ unit, Left hand grip $80, 24K service $1400 with discount, Did my own canister-ectomy $0, Countless oil changes at $55 plus filter. Oh and the stereo crapped out before I traded it. Insane is right.

[@SuperDukeSthlm]

See, you delivered some real arguments for it ;) More that video did. The R1200GS in my opinion is one of few bikes that qualifies as a tourer and manages 7500 km days without being boring. It can still handle easy offroading, or whip that 22-year old on a R1 they can´t handle on a track ;). I just find it a bit annoying when things (whatever kind) is argued to be "the best" without any evidence or actual arguments what so ever.

[@ghervasze]

does anybody know the name of the song/artist at 3:27? it totally rules. well, not so much as the bike.

[@SuperDukeSthlm]

MX: 1988-2002 Streetbikes: 1997-2011 Trackday addict: 2007-2010 Roadracing: 2010-> The answer to your question is: YES!

[@556suppressor]

I ride a F800ST. I love it.

[@6806goats1]

@marksamuelcohen I hear ya Mark. I have a 96 Wing and a 2004 Rune but thinking about getting the 1800 Wing. Not sure what Honda has up its sleeve for the next gen Wing but doubtful it will handle like the RT. These are really cool looking machines and from the specs it sounds like a great bike to ride. I am a bit concerned about final drive issues on the Beemers but it looks like the Wing has similar issues. Might be from the loading of having 1 swingarm. GREAT VIDEO. THX

[@Pparker99]

Anyone know the song in the beginning of the video?

[@skatalolen]

Does anyone know the songs playing in the video?

[@MikeWachosky]

the name of that location was? (which country? Sweeden, Norway,?) I would like to take a ride there! amazing video ever!

[@environmentalreap]

Great Vid, BMW motorbikes are the best!!!!!!!!!

[@kotafey]

@viggoM35 I was just thinking the same thing... apart from going on the small boat, you could do all of the things in that video in a fast 2-seater roadster, surrounded by airbags and crumple zones. Maybe I just don't get the bike thing :)

[@marksamuelcohen]

I have an '08 Goldwing and as smooth as it is, you just don't get the "feeling" of being on a motorcycle. I don't know if it's the appeal of the bike or that this is just an amazing video, but I thinking of trading the Wing on the RT. Nuts, but therein lies the power of powerful advertising.

[@TheGeorgiaGent]

@marksamuelcohen I have to agree; I am also thinking of swapping my 04 Wing for an RT.....it seems the BMW has the right mix of "motorcycle", comfort, and road prowess....I love it.

[@buntonghininga]

What's the title of the song at 3:41?

[@psychedelicfunkymonk]

great vid. bmw = sweet! :)

[@anthonymunoz3204]

Can't wait for retirement!!!! Looks AWESOME

[@BanditriderBlogspot]

Doesn't make me want to buy a Beemer - makes me want to ride those roads on my Connie ;-) Lovely video though.

[@Enrest]

@mapmedic do you have the lyrics?

[@morini29]

ride for life !

[@Bogey907]

Wow, the final drive didn't lock up even once.

[@caily111]

perfect bmw, perfect life.

[@romence29]

romantic video for an amazing bike. this song is romantic too, for support this video. so what this song?

[@Mr1wd]

BMW is not just selling a bike, they are selling a lifestyle

[@skatalolen]

Thank you very much for the reply. :)

[@Pparker99]

Anyone know the song?

[@aukanmeister]

Still love my KTM.... But the scenary is great!

[@neriolarragalaxy]

Thanks! Amigo

[@rjphotos]

@redwingryders Bikes are for riding not just for looking at. Don't comment unless you have ridden something like this. by the sounds of it you don't posses the capacity to comprehend that there might be a world of motorcycling besides race reps and cruisers.

[@MrBeboopman]

I just loved that... thanks.

[@giacotubo]

what's the title of the nice music at 2:58?? thanks

[@thomasroy1749]

J.S. Bach, Prelude from the unaccompanied cello, Suite no. 1 in G major... I met my bride at the altar (in 2009) with this piece playing and what has become the soundtrack for a beautiful marriage. And, incidentally, I ride an RT. Fell in love (with the RT) in 2010 and just upgraded to a '20 plate last month. Enjoyed the GS and GSA, as well, but always come back to the RT for pure touring (here in UK and the Continent). Btw... I still find my wife every time we hear this piece of music (not that I need an excuse) - just enjoy a moving, passionate composition. Cheers!

[@giacotubo]

@@thomasroy1749 Wow! Thomas, what a romantic description to a so simple question: this make me feel that some masterpieces can really touch someone's hearth, specially if related to very important moment of your life: Thanks for you nice feedback and wish you and your wife all the best continuing your passionate journey (with or without an RT) Cheers from Italy.

[@monster2802]

well... how is it??

[@samfisherman007]

Definally getting myself one of these

[@murmaider2]

@marksamuelcohen the goldwing is trying to be a car on 2 wheels, it just isn't the same

[@calineophyte]

I came to this video because I was talking to a guy on the street today that said he had one. He was looking at my own BMW, an 84 R100RS without the fairing. I couldn't think of what an RT looked like so I asked him. He said it looked a lot like mine except for the fairing which he described as "odd looking". So here I am and man, this thing looks nothing like mine beyond the engine configuration. What happened to BMW's styling? This thing looks like it was designed by a bunch of car guys.

[@ghervasze]

jesus. i am sooo close to selling a kindney right now and buying one of these...

[@robertohoki4561]

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[@robertohoki]

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