Mirrors for R1200 RT?

[flemmings27]

Hello LTC members!

I just finished a 10-day, 2700 mile tour on a rented BMW 2007 R1200RT as part of my 1st exploratory into sport tourers--that's the type of bike I want to be my next bike (currently a cruiser rider). I also test-rode a 2009 K1300GT. I have 4 questions about the R1200.

I really liked the R1200, but 1 big drawback for me was the mirrors--I never got them set so that I could see behind me comfortably. The mirrors on the K were great as they allowed me to see on both sides well, as well as behind me.

1. Can the R1200 RT be fitted--either OEM or after-market, with mirrors that are more akin to the positioning and style of the K 1300's?

2. Are there parts (OEM or after-market) that allow for a more relaxed leg position? (yes, I had the seat in its highest position - I'm 5'7" but with long legs, and felt cramped after a while).

3. Are there anything like engine guards and luggage guards or bumpers (OEM or after-market) that will protect the fairing and the bags in the event of a spill?

4. what are the average annual maintenance expenses for the usual service dates, etc

Thanks in advance - possible future BMW sport-touring owner!

Joyce :)

[Gaby]

I was also afraid that the mirrors would'nt give a good view, but to my surprise, after a a few days of getting used to their "different" position,
I am quite happy with them. So I wonder, can it have something to do with the length of the rider, if I try to make myself shorter, my hands
and handlebars come into view and it seems that it could become difficult to have a clear view and see what needs to be seen at the same time.
So I wonder if the mirrors good for tall(er) persons only then?
Gaby

[05hexhead]

Mirrors- I have a set of K mirrors that mount onto the handle bar controls the same as K series. GS style will fit as well.

Aftermarket foot peg lowering kits and Sahara pegs available for leg comfort.

There are aftermarket crash guards and possibly guards used on police models for the RT.

Costs would depend on your dealer, amount you ride and if you are willing to do the work yourself.

[flemmings27]

I was also afraid that the mirrors would'nt give a good view, but to my surprise, after a a few days of getting used to their "different" position,
I am quite happy with them. So I wonder, can it have something to do with the length of the rider, if I try to make myself shorter, my hands
and handlebars come into view and it seems that it could become difficult to have a clear view and see what needs to be seen at the same time.
So I wonder if the mirrors good for tall(er) persons only then?
Gaby

I was also afraid that the mirrors would'nt give a good view, but to my surprise, after a a few days of getting used to their "different" position,
I am quite happy with them. So I wonder, can it have something to do with the length of the rider, if I try to make myself shorter, my hands
and handlebars come into view and it seems that it could become difficult to have a clear view and see what needs to be seen at the same time.
So I wonder if the mirrors good for tall(er) persons only then?
Gaby


Thanks Gaby,

I was on that bike every day for 10 days for 9-10 hours a day, so I think I had enough time to get used to them and to re-arrange them several times! However, I do have a short torso, and what I did to solve the problem, though unsatisfactorily, was to set the right mirror so that I could see slightly behind me. But I could see hands and the handlebar in it, but still not see behind me clearly enough, and the setting of that mirror also then lost me some view space out to the right of the bike. Even when set like that, however, I had to scrunch myself up in order to see the back from the right mirror. It looks like some others have posted that you can add extra mirrors, so I'll keep that in mind! Brussels is a lovely city!

Joyce :bmw:

[flemmings27]

Mirrors- I have a set of K mirrors that mount onto the handle bar controls the same as K series. GS style will fit as well.

Aftermarket foot peg lowering kits and Sahara pegs available for leg comfort.

There are aftermarket crash guards and possibly guards used on police models for the RT.

Costs would depend on your dealer, amount you ride and if you are willing to do the work yourself.

Nick,
Thanks for the info! Do you know the company names or have a good website you could recommend for aftermarket parts? This will be the 3rd bike that I've bought, so I'm trying to do tons of research before, rather than after, I buy the bike! :-)

Joyce

[judspin]

Flemmings 27 check your PMs.

[05hexhead]

Foot pegs;
http://www.suburban-machinery.com/R1200RT.htm

Crash guards;
http://www.touratech-usa.com/shop/show.lasso?sku=047-0102

Just a couple of examples using Google.

Just search, r1200rt "_____", lots of info on the bike out there.

[keith1]

. Can the R1200 RT be fitted--either OEM or after-market, with mirrors that are more akin to the positioning and style of the K 1300's?

Answer: Go get a pair of 2002-2004 K1200GT mirrors. They fit into the holes on the handlebars

2. Are there parts (OEM or after-market) that allow for a more relaxed leg position? (yes, I had the seat in its highest position - I'm 5'7" but with long legs, and felt cramped after a while).

Answer: I am 5'7" as well. I feel pretty comfortable on Ruby

3. Are there anything like engine guards and luggage guards or bumpers (OEM or after-market) that will protect the fairing and the bags in the event of a spill?

Answer: Yes. There are engine guards and bag protectors you can mount on the bike

4. what are the average annual maintenance expenses for the usual service dates, etc

Answer: Depends on how much you ride first of all. Pretty low if you do it yourself. Go to a tech day and learn how to adjust valves. For each 6K mile service you are basically adjusting valves and changing oil, for the 12K (24k, 36K, etc.) mile servie you are changing oil, tranny fluid, final drive fluid and adjusting valves. Very easy stuff and you can do it on your own time for the cost of materials only vs. $90-$95/hr. at the dealer.

[Gael]

Go here for a $25 solution:

http://bmwsporttouring.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Main=44638&Number=486849#Post486849

Gael

[flemmings27]

Foot pegs;
http://www.suburban-machinery.com/R1200RT.htm

Crash guards;
http://www.touratech-usa.com/shop/show.lasso?sku=047-0102

Just a couple of examples using Google.

Just search, r1200rt "_____", lots of info on the bike out there.


THANK YOU HEXHEAD! Shiny Side Up!

[flemmings27]

Thanks Keith!

[flemmings27]

Thanks Gael!