BMW R1250RT review (4K): the king of touring - Onroad.bike

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The new ShiftCam boxer engine is available in the luxury touring segment as well: here is the new BMW R1250RT!
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  • @khendrdik
    @khendrdik4 жыл бұрын

    Easily the most informative review I've watched yet on this bike. Nice job.

  • @barking.dog.productions1777
    @barking.dog.productions17774 жыл бұрын

    Obviously English is not his 1st language, but he did an outstanding job and a very understandable and fluid delivery of A LOT of excellent information on this bike... Kudo's on a job well done!

  • @mccgunter
    @mccgunter3 жыл бұрын

    Nice, very complete review. Very impressed with your ability to explain everything so well in a language that’s not your first or primary one.

  • @Blakefan2520
    @Blakefan25204 жыл бұрын

    This is the best review of the RT I have seen. Thank you.

  • @nickheinz3737
    @nickheinz37374 жыл бұрын

    Your presentation was excellent; perhaps the best I have seem; and I watch a lot of reviews. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with this bike!

  • @OZZIEMV
    @OZZIEMV4 жыл бұрын

    I have subscribed to quite a few motorcycle reviewers, but this has to be the most informative and best filmed review I've seen yet. Thumbs up and subscribed. Time to start culling a few of the other reviewers.

  • @jimbyrne9071
    @jimbyrne90712 жыл бұрын

    This is hands down the best review i have seen on any bike.

  • @griff3816
    @griff38164 жыл бұрын

    I got this exact bike last November and is by far the nicest bike I've ever ridden, great review by the way.

  • @RemboUSMC
    @RemboUSMC3 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely, hands down, this is the best review of the BMW R1250 RT that I have ever seen. I am now subscribed. Thank you for putting the time and effort into this video.

  • @drumsloud1878
    @drumsloud18783 жыл бұрын

    You and your cameraman have done a fantastic job. Thank you.

  • @raulciska7503
    @raulciska75034 жыл бұрын

    I bought mine in March 2019 specifically for two-up riding and it excels at that. The bike is also a great solo-riding experience. Thanks for your review; it is the most useful one out there. I have fitted ZTechnik z7106-002 Engine Bars.

  • @chrishawkley400
    @chrishawkley4003 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review, you covered absolutely everything in such an entertaining way. Thanks

  • @mouwe
    @mouwe4 жыл бұрын

    Best review of the R1250RT. Thanks!

  • @davidovenden5321
    @davidovenden53213 жыл бұрын

    Thoroughly enjoyed your very calm but very comprehensive report. Much appreciated thank you.

  • @nikkastellorizios6585
    @nikkastellorizios6585 Жыл бұрын

    What a great in depth review. I really enjoy your review . Keep up your excellent work . You have made more incline to buythis model . Thank you from Australia 🇳🇿

  • @krachenford9594
    @krachenford95944 жыл бұрын

    What a good video this is! Perfectly understandable, logically and including everything, i want to know. Hats off to you!!!

  • @andydunn5673
    @andydunn56734 жыл бұрын

    Great little review Thanks for sharing this with us all Definitely going to buy one

  • @richardroper9668
    @richardroper96683 жыл бұрын

    I agree with lots of the previous comments; great review, thank you.

  • @seb6691
    @seb66914 жыл бұрын

    Very informative and detailed review. Good job.

  • @petewebb6952
    @petewebb69523 жыл бұрын

    Very comprehensive and helpful. Thanks. From UK.

  • @fleuger99
    @fleuger994 жыл бұрын

    Great review, I'm looking at getting a red 2019 leftover RT. Thanks for the detailed information.

  • @poklahr1dertv435
    @poklahr1dertv4353 жыл бұрын

    This is very details about RT.. I like this bike.. Thank you for the information👍👍

  • @travelinben1966
    @travelinben19664 жыл бұрын

    Extremely comprehensive and informative video.Thank you!👍

  • @bilmuhalper
    @bilmuhalper2 жыл бұрын

    5 Stars Like . Thank you very much for your comprehensive video.

  • @kyleturner6829
    @kyleturner68292 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review. Thank you!

  • @goinxnginx
    @goinxnginx4 жыл бұрын

    Making an excellent BMW even better. My 2015 R1200 RT was totaled when I was rear-ended by an elderly driver. I was trapped behind a moving van at a traffic signal. I saw her coming in the mirrors, and all I could do was hold on and be knocked into the back of the van. When the bike tipped over, the optional crash bars kept my foot from being injured. After a year of hiatus, I am ready to get the new 1250, and will add all of the accessories again and ride on. This review is excellent, reflecting all of my own positive experiences. I never experienced anything other than positive reactions riding the RT.

  • @robdove4105
    @robdove41054 жыл бұрын

    -Really nice comprehensive review. I recently bought one of these and after owning it for about 2 weeks was rear ended by a drunk driver on the highway. I am now in the process of getting it replaced and recovering from my injuries. Fastest time I have ever replaced a motorcycle! At this point I could have bought another model or even a different brand however I will go with the same thing.

  • @k.dickie8972

    @k.dickie8972

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear about your accident. Glad that you survived and I hope you get better soon. Take good care.

  • @rumporridge1

    @rumporridge1

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad your safe brother. God Bless to life. F@%k cagers.

  • @barking.dog.productions1777

    @barking.dog.productions1777

    4 жыл бұрын

    When it's your time to go, God will let you know. lol Until then, God Speed getting back up on your feet and getting back on that pony. :)

  • @thedolphinDog

    @thedolphinDog

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@barking.dog.productions1777 God Bless you and yours

  • @thedolphinDog

    @thedolphinDog

    3 жыл бұрын

    Exact reason I added rear LED BRAKE LIGHTS. Everyone looking down at the phone while driving. God Bless you.....

  • @decocatani
    @decocatani3 жыл бұрын

    The best review I nave sene On this bike!

  • @MWS1960
    @MWS19603 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review.

  • @ginogina4589
    @ginogina45893 жыл бұрын

    Yoi ishtanem! Great vid Sir.

  • @FalconRey
    @FalconRey3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this awesome review.

  • @alanaugust8853
    @alanaugust88534 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for an excellent review.

  • @skipleonard6818
    @skipleonard68184 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree. Went and bought 2019. Traded In GS this bike is a dream to ride

  • @That_Paul_Guy

    @That_Paul_Guy

    3 жыл бұрын

    Still happy with your decision to move to an RT from the GS? I’m considering the same change.

  • @skipleonard6818

    @skipleonard6818

    3 жыл бұрын

    The Cranky Biker yes. Should have done it sooner. Still own 2014 GS never ride it

  • @That_Paul_Guy

    @That_Paul_Guy

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@skipleonard6818 well, can’t get much better than that! I appreciate the reply.

  • @didiermarchant2807
    @didiermarchant28074 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review, thank you 👍

  • @trailingarm63
    @trailingarm63 Жыл бұрын

    Great review. I own a bike exactly like yours, but I watched the film through to see what you thought about it. I agree with your conclusions.

  • @suppersready4you
    @suppersready4you4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the great video Very informative!

  • @richardshort4587
    @richardshort45873 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review thank you. My current ride is a 2007 K1200LT. Although a heavyweight bike she’s light on the move. If there has to be a downside it’s BMW are high maintenance and expensive if reliant on a dealership to do the service or repairs. That aside the most comfortable touring bike at least to me. Maybe one day I’ll try the boxer RT but I’ll have to get passed the engine sound first it doesn’t inspire me so far on video audio.

  • @transalpista
    @transalpista3 жыл бұрын

    Professional job! Respect!

  • @HDvroom10
    @HDvroom103 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review👏🏼🏍💨💨

  • @jimross623
    @jimross6233 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review. Thanks very much for doing it. I think I will be buying a 2021 model though.

  • @goinxnginx
    @goinxnginx4 жыл бұрын

    I had the 1200rt and loved every minute and every mile. What an amazing machine. An elderly woman rear ended me at a traffic stop and rammed me into the back of a moving van. I had the optional crash bars that saved my right foot when the bike fell over after hitting the van. It totaled the bike, but not me, so I will either get another RT or a KTM Duke. Bikes are very personal things, and every person should get what is right for them. The RT was absolutely perfect in every way for me.

  • @RAFAELRIBEIRO-xo1ex
    @RAFAELRIBEIRO-xo1ex4 жыл бұрын

    Great review!

  • @philandrea8954
    @philandrea89544 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review 👍 I will update mine when they get rid of that ariel & replace the dash with a newer TFT, then it would be 100% perfect (95% there BMW)

  • @zunaidkajee4540

    @zunaidkajee4540

    3 жыл бұрын

    time to update....all your recommendations has come true. New RT coming soon...

  • @keithtomalin3172
    @keithtomalin3172 Жыл бұрын

    Great video

  • @johnvaleriewelbers2995
    @johnvaleriewelbers29954 жыл бұрын

    Great review

  • @jsprite123
    @jsprite1233 жыл бұрын

    The RT would be perfect if it had a reverse gear, just like the K1600.

  • @GaryBe403

    @GaryBe403

    3 жыл бұрын

    617 pounds isn't very heavy.

  • @jsprite123

    @jsprite123

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@GaryBe403 Not as much as most Harley's, but I wouldn't mind having it. It is still a luxury tourer.

  • @brucekendall52
    @brucekendall524 жыл бұрын

    Nicely presented,thk you.

  • @willieplasencia
    @willieplasencia3 жыл бұрын

    Got one coming. Waiting on that caliber fix. CANT WAIT!!

  • @thedolphinDog

    @thedolphinDog

    3 жыл бұрын

    Did you get it?

  • @jeremyketchum5148
    @jeremyketchum51484 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the vid. I get mine this week. 2019 R1250 RT. Can't wait.

  • @thedolphinDog

    @thedolphinDog

    3 жыл бұрын

    How do you like the bike

  • @jeremyketchum5148

    @jeremyketchum5148

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@thedolphinDog I love it! Rides great.

  • @thedolphinDog

    @thedolphinDog

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@jeremyketchum5148 any videos of your bike online? I'm looking for inspiration

  • @armagan2613
    @armagan26132 жыл бұрын

    thanks for the clear information

  • @thedolphinDog
    @thedolphinDog3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you SO MUCH for wonderful review in english. I wish I can speak Hungarian but iam old. Thank you again

  • @miteor
    @miteor3 жыл бұрын

    This is great - thanks 😊

  • @STOPsignforRT
    @STOPsignforRT4 жыл бұрын

    Review: 👍👍 👏👏👏!!! Thanks. Many people have complaints about or don't like the look of the front fairing. It is very effective at keeping the wind blast off the rider and making the rider comfortable while sitting in a bubble of calm air. Personally, I LIKE the looks of the front fairing but I am probably in the minority of opinions on that. As for the rest of the bike, there are less than a handful of bikes that offer more comfort and convenience features than the RT. But the Best Part? The impeccable Handling. Want to really lean it over in the corners? The bike will scrape the peg feelers without complaint. Want to tour and cover miles and miles of road and still feel fresh at the end of your trip? The RT will be happy to comply. Perfect? Not quite but very, very close. Cheers. 🥂🍻

  • @paulsettle1162

    @paulsettle1162

    4 жыл бұрын

    Suppose to be redesigned in ‘21.

  • @STOPsignforRT

    @STOPsignforRT

    4 жыл бұрын

    Paul Settle With what’s currently going on in the world, I would not count on it happening but if in fact it does, I’ll be very interested in the changes that BMW comes up with. At the very top of the list though would be incorporating a lock for the Navigator unit that is part of the central locking system of the bike that is not an option but part of the base level bike.

  • @DanielJLopes
    @DanielJLopes4 жыл бұрын

    Nice review! :) Cant wait for mine! The top case seems to be damaged inside, was it water, or you think it's due to the inner bag?

  • @austinmatthews347
    @austinmatthews3474 жыл бұрын

    lovely review pal nice touch to do it in english thanks for that

  • @grantbradley5084
    @grantbradley50844 жыл бұрын

    Having owned numerous BMWs over the years beginning with a 79 R 65, a 2015 RT, and now currently riding the 2019 RT 1250. I’ve ridden thousands of trouble free miles on these bikes over the years. Really am enjoying the 1250.

  • @dseagull3567

    @dseagull3567

    4 жыл бұрын

    Wish I could say the same. 8 months and 4200 miles into my 18' RT and the rear shock just froze stiff. Been at the dealer now for 4 days and BMW still hasn't decided that the shock needs to be replaced under warranty. Before this happened I was singing great praises for the RT. Hope to be doing so again...soon!

  • @grantbradley5084

    @grantbradley5084

    4 жыл бұрын

    Doug Stewart sorry to hear about your RT. I remember when the 2014 model was initially released there was a problem with the rear shock. If I recall they recalled all the RTS to address the problem. Your bike should be under warranty, I’d fight it the bike wasn’t covered. I did have driveshaft issues with my 2007 R1200 R. Thankfully BMW fixed the issue after 90 dsys🤬

  • @gordonhenderson1708
    @gordonhenderson17083 жыл бұрын

    Very good information on this fabulous motorcycle. You made an error regarding the headlights, though. The centre light is the low beam. The two bulbs inside the ring lights are the high beams. Good video!

  • @OnroadDotBike

    @OnroadDotBike

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the correction!

  • @Pisceanboi
    @Pisceanboi4 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic in-depth review - thank you! Would you feel comfortable riding the RT on unmade (gravel) roads for any distance? If you could only choose one bike, where 95% of your riding was tarmac, but you occasionally needed to tackle unmade roads (gravel); which would you choose between the RT and a GSA? Many thanks for your thoughts.. :-)

  • @billybonehead7598
    @billybonehead75983 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic and very interesting review! Only one question, the motorcycle you had has the stereo, is it worth the cost? 💪👏👍

  • @zunaidkajee4540
    @zunaidkajee45404 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sir, have you tested the goldwing bagger (non tour) and if so how do you compare the two. regards from south Africa.

  • @nabillahraoui2279
    @nabillahraoui22794 жыл бұрын

    I love that motor

  • @fartpimpson
    @fartpimpson4 жыл бұрын

    Would you say that this bike is easier to make U turn than a GSA? It seems more agile on pavement road.

  • @dorongilad8484
    @dorongilad84843 жыл бұрын

    Nice and enriching presentation. Thank you. Where can one get such glasses as you wear?

  • @OnroadDotBike

    @OnroadDotBike

    3 жыл бұрын

    You can find the review of them here on the channel! Here it is: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iJmVx6Wxl9PclLQ.html And the present page of the company is: flyweargroup.com/

  • @odedhacohen2298
    @odedhacohen22984 жыл бұрын

    hello' nice and practical review. where can i buy eyeglasses like yours? thanks a a lot

  • @g1981c
    @g1981c3 жыл бұрын

    icon in the corner says "4K" but the video is only 1440p

  • @Slycarlo
    @Slycarlo4 жыл бұрын

    Idk why they didn’t put a tft display on it. I mean the premium lineups of bwm has it. I think they’re gonna have a refresh model with 1250 RT with tft display and led light next year

  • @zunaidkajee4540

    @zunaidkajee4540

    4 жыл бұрын

    does not make sense, they put it on lesser models, but not their flagship models. ?

  • @TALALALMOWALLED65
    @TALALALMOWALLED654 жыл бұрын

    Hello, I was impressed by the way you talk about the RT1250 motorcycle, but I noticed that you did not mention the capacity of the fuel tank for this motorcycle and the distance it can travel. and thank you for your vedio. From / mr. TALAL ALMOWALLED.. KSA

  • @robertsnowden2474

    @robertsnowden2474

    4 жыл бұрын

    6.2 US gal. I usually get 50 mpg at 70 mph. The bike will go further than I can between stops.

  • @Anconetano33
    @Anconetano334 жыл бұрын

    Nice video and well presentation but I'm in disagree with the title, to talk about the king of touring, this model is the K 1600 GTL buddy, ride safe!!!!

  • @johankotze4701

    @johankotze4701

    4 жыл бұрын

    The 1600 is too heavy and consequently pays the price in manoeuvring and power to weight.

  • @bestvideos4ever1
    @bestvideos4ever14 жыл бұрын

    the main question is does that press-hold Glasses comfortable to wear, i have a feeling that they squeeze your head....

  • @rwbuckmanbuckman7875
    @rwbuckmanbuckman78753 жыл бұрын

    Can i get a longer versions more room legs ya 56.

  • @marcelvanbodegom
    @marcelvanbodegom4 жыл бұрын

    My old RT was unique as well. But alas it wasn't the king of touring, it was the king of breakdowns.

  • @roadglide
    @roadglide4 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful bike. How does this stack up to the new generation Gold Wing?

  • @zunaidkajee4540

    @zunaidkajee4540

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@nadadawg but the goldwing hides it weight better, because that flat 6 engine is much lower down. COG is much lower on the wing, making the bike "feel" much lighter than it actually is.

  • @cinikcynic3087

    @cinikcynic3087

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@zunaidkajee4540 However, there is no comparison in dynamics. You can ride RT fast, it goes slow, you can go for a scrape too. Goldwing rides one mode all the time..

  • @miklosroth1560
    @miklosroth15603 жыл бұрын

    Typical Hungarian English accent, very knowledgeable and I’m sure it’s not your first BMW! Hajrá magyarok!

  • @andreasar7051
    @andreasar70514 жыл бұрын

    Hungarian airports have very many trees for marking runway ;)

  • @boatster779
    @boatster7794 жыл бұрын

    To bad they are so far behind on technology, compared with a new Goldwing. Bulbs for lights instead of LED's, analog gauges instead of digital. Really hasn't change much from 2014 R1200RTW I own a 2016 R1200RT I replaced all my bulbs with LED lights and added Erica clearwater lights. 170k miles still running strong.

  • @OnroadDotBike

    @OnroadDotBike

    4 жыл бұрын

    The RT is not the real rival of the GW. That"s the K1600. Size, feeling, price, etc.

  • @stevesharkey3312

    @stevesharkey3312

    4 жыл бұрын

    I had a 2014 R1200RT did 40,000 miles and it corroded away any residuals until BMW offered £4K for trade in. There’s no real opposition imho so went for R1250RT, quick shift, engine & gearbox are big improvements preferred the suspension on the 1200

  • @balio-yi8tf
    @balio-yi8tf4 жыл бұрын

    De furcsa angolul hallgatni. De tetszik! A hang stimmelt, de a nyelv nem😷.

  • @427lincoln
    @427lincoln4 жыл бұрын

    My side cases fit so poorly that they rattle like rocks in a tin can. Give me back my Yamaha FJR.

  • @OnroadDotBike

    @OnroadDotBike

    4 жыл бұрын

    BMW is using these type of side cases for many-many years. There is no problem with them at all... With the 3 factory-boxes Yamaha doesn't even allow to use the FJR, because high-speed stability is disturbed... ;-)

  • @427lincoln

    @427lincoln

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@OnroadDotBike: Absolutely! They're wonderful cases, they just fit poorly and rattle. With every bump in the road they clunk, clunk, clunk. I can grab them with two hands and jiggle them all over the place. Yes, they're super secure in the sense that they're not going to fall off, but they sure sound like it. A "premium" bike like BMW should be better. FJR cases on the other hand click right into place with nary a jiggle. I got rid of my 13 FJR for this 16RT and have been experiencing one quality disappointment after another. I particularly like the velcro inside of the side panels; keeps them from rattling....but it's a fun bike.

  • @santo.8177
    @santo.81774 жыл бұрын

    Yugslawisch englisch??😂😂😂

  • @szilardvincze

    @szilardvincze

    4 жыл бұрын

    It's Hunglish.

  • @nickheinz3737
    @nickheinz37374 жыл бұрын

    BMW still using single plate dry clutch. This clutch does not stand up under extreme heat and driving conditions. I would not recommend this bike!

  • @robertsnowden2474

    @robertsnowden2474

    4 жыл бұрын

    Nick Heinz it has a wet clutch

  • @comcastjohn
    @comcastjohn4 жыл бұрын

    I just cannot stand the boxer engine. If that thing was laid down at speed, you will need a new engine, plus it is ugly. Now if they had done an in-line four, then I would have considered it. So I bought the runner up to it and bought the 2020 Yamaha FJR 1300 es.

  • @thedolphinDog

    @thedolphinDog

    3 жыл бұрын

    They have a inline 6 that leaves yamaha in the dust. I used to think the boxer was strange till I rode one. Bought it. Best motorcycle I have ever ridden.

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