2010 BMW R1200RT longterm review

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MCN’s longterm test fleet for 2010 includes the BMW R1200RT. Senior reporter Andy Downes has had the bike for 5 weeks and covered over 5000 miles so far. Watch the video for his first impressions on life with a BMW R1200RT.
Video Rating: 4 / 5

MCN road tester Adam Child has had the use of a Ducati 1198S for the last month and he’s covered roughy 2000 miles in that time. Watch the video for his thoughts on what it’s like to live with a £17000 dream bike.
Video Rating: 4 / 5

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38 thoughts on “2010 BMW R1200RT longterm review”

  2. Water, in bolt heads, Am I missing some thing ? That’s a problem ? soft or what in the head
    42 years on a bike me, this desperate attempt to find a fault is so poor. Have you got? any real journalists ?

  3. Guys we? have to say its Incredible machine!! For sure in terms off fuel economy will be great not like my last Aprilia rsv in terms of confort will be outstanding with all that equipment and iven stereo.. when i was a kid i never understand wy such massive tinghs but wen we grow up we will understand the value off confort Motorcycles.. I just like to ride and have fun and with this bike i tinck i had all, the equipment de sound of stero and Boxer engine the confort the Money on fuel and revision

  4. The 90º valves are not compatible with alloy wheels and/or? tyre pressure monitoring system also known as RDC.

  5. has the driveshaft glitches been addressed that has afected all versions for many years ?? some have sent pics to consumers news with smoke from burning? bearings coming out of the shaft housing only reason i went fj1300 yamaha instead of beamer

  6. @larasa007 check out my channel and see what bike would win between the bmws1000rr and the kawasaki ninja zx10r……epic? video!

  7. @pondie335820 the ninja is nice but it’s not a TOURING BIKE!!!!!!!!!! you want? to compare speed try the bmw S1000RR …………

  8. @gymbunny75…..try the kawasaki ninja? zx10r….201bhp…..300kmhr top speed!…..try that!

  11. radio, heated grips, heated seat, shelterd from the wind,? etc., etc, Might as well just drive a CAR!

  15. Perhaps the aftermarket windshield suppliers will see this review and develop a windscreen that solves the rain issue on the instrument panel. Lets hear? about the new engine in your next review; i.e. fuel mileage which has new importance with the smaller fuel tank. Engine sounds sweet at cruise.

  16. I know it might be a silly question, but if getting to the tire valve is tricky, how much of? a pain is it to clean?

  18. Off topic: Didn’t new the Spike brand for motorcycle gear, Does somebody know the website? for this brand?

  19. Good review. Thought you might have? mentioned the engine though – it is the big news of the 2010 BMW ‘R’ range after all ….

  27. If you have neither the love or passion for motorbikes and don’t appreciate the advanced technology or thrill of the ride, then why the fuck would you be here making dumbarse? comments about something your totally ignorant about? The only thing dangerous about motorcycles is how you stop and generally that is only fatal when ignorant car drivers are involved.

  29. Sounds more like a nightmare, then a dream bike. My 2 cents thrown out. Does sound like a torch er’s rack instead of a smooth riding bike. Again just my 2 cents thrown out, from what i received from what he was saying. The garage part was the best for him, Plus he must win? the lotto, Even to consider such an over priced bike. Well maybe that’s 3 cent’s thrown out now. I do like the way the exh-pipes comes out the back.

  30. @crazypersonlol34 “is the fun really worth your life”

    Yes, yes it is. I’ve been in about 5 accidents and only 2 resulted in broken bones and only one was serious at all. I got right back on? and kept going, even the pros go down from time to time. As it happens most fatal motorcycle accidents involve CARS.

  32. @crazypersonlol34 All depends what your passion in life is and what brings you most happiness and joy. Its subjective really. For some it might be bikes or skydiving (like me), for others it might just be sitting around a? fireplace with their children…..again its subjective

  33. @mchamp3802 There? are alot of better ways to enjoy your life than risking it on a motorcycle.

  34. @crazypersonlol34
    It’s called living and enjoying life buddy, why live under a rock safe from everything when you’re missing out on the joys of life. I’d rather die doing what I love than die from sth boring. I ride? bikes and skydive and BASE jump. Life is made for enjoyment not just living life on earth boring……

  36. dude your all crazey. When riding a motorcycle compared to riding in a car, you? have a 16 times better chance of having a fatal accident and 24 times chance of sustaining an injury. They should call sport bikes death rockets. is the fun realy worth your life, or serious injury? You better pray before you ride. That goes for everyone.