R1150rt 2001

Forget the latest camshaft-eating four cylinder Beemers and get yourself a run on one of these.

Launched in to replace the popular RRT, the RRT RT stands for Reise-Tourer, or travel tourer is a perfect demonstration of why over the years BMW has forged such a formidable reputation for engineering excellence and crafting superb mile-munchers. Designed with comfort and ease as a priority if you want sporty there is always the RRS, if you crave adventure there is the RGS this boxer-powered full-dress tourer makes churning out the miles simply effortless. With sensible features such as panniers, a shaft drive, electronically-adjustable screen and wonderfully supportive seats for both the rider and pillion, i f you are after a great-value way to explore Europe, or even further afield, there are very few better options. The RT is one of those bikes that tends to hold its value fairly well due to the fact owners much like with a Pan European usually stick with them as they are so reliable, upgrading seems a waste of money that could be better invested in a touring holiday. A thoroughly tried and tested engine, if you are into boxer-powered BMWs you know what you are getting and it is reliable, easy to service and more than happy to lollop around at a gentle or fairly brisk pace.

R1150rt 2001

Based, like the RRS, around a cc Boxer engine, the RT boasts extensive weather-cheating bodywork, with a large headlight that incorporates twin integral foglights. An electrically operated windscreen allows on-the-move adjustment, and optional luggage and stereo sound systems enhance long-distance pleasures. Pillion accomodation is spacious and comfortable. It had been six years since I last rode around the northern and central parts of Western Australia so when the opportunity arose to explore the area again I jumped at the chance. I was certainly going to be accommodated with more comfort this time around as the last time I was in these parts was onboard a DRSEV Suzuki. A great bike for sure, but far from the perfect mount for covering huge distances. I flew into Broome on a pleasant but slightly brisk Wednesday morning at around am. After donning my leathers and exchanging pleasantries I was keen to take the bike off his hands, fill the tank and hit the highway. With that in mind I thumbed the start button and experienced the traditional boxer lurch sideways as the two big slugs sparked in to life. With a bit of a clunk into first gear followed by a good slip of the dry clutch to prevent a stall, I was off and running. Quickly I was in my element. Riding long deserted stretches of highway is a liberating experience, and I quickly realised that I really have to try and find the time to get out for some more long distance touring once again. Nothing is more relaxing than getting out in the middle of nowhere astride a modern motorcycle. Broome has just experienced one of its coldest winters so I quickly came to appreciate the heated handgrips on the BMW as I got up to a comfortable cruising speed and started to familiarise myself with my cockpit. The layout is traditional BMW with a large easy to read speedo and tacho combined with a vertical LCD to display oil pressure and fuel level.

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Proof that a motorcycle can take you a pillion and plenty of luggage to those Alpine passes can be fun once you get there. The RRT is lighter than most full tourers of the time and superbly built too — but it's no rocket in a straight line. Dry weight is just kg — light for a full tourer. Many sources quote wet weight which makes the motorcycle sound heavy. Servo-assisted, linked, anti-lock brakes are excellent. Some surging on a steady throttle. Gearbox is pretty poor.

Max torque was Claimed horsepower was A Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams sohc. The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated. Stopping was achieved via double disc in the front and a double disc in the rear. The front suspension was a bmw motorrad telelever while the rear was equipped with a die-cast aluminum single-sided swinging arm with bmw motorrad paralever.

R1150rt 2001

Proof that a motorcycle can take you a pillion and plenty of luggage to those Alpine passes can be fun once you get there. The RRT is lighter than most full tourers of the time and superbly built too — but it's no rocket in a straight line. Dry weight is just kg — light for a full tourer. Many sources quote wet weight which makes the motorcycle sound heavy. Servo-assisted, linked, anti-lock brakes are excellent. Some surging on a steady throttle. Gearbox is pretty poor. Brakes in particular resist weather better than most rivals.

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Strengths: Bags of grunt, even with 2 up, build quality is good, fuel compsumption is good street cred' is great! Equipment 4 out of 5 Heated grips are excellent. An RT buyer has likely considered both rivals but opted for the BMW as they are a lot easier to maintain. I am very happy with the bike thus far, having covered 16k miles over the year. Would sometimes love the speed of the FJR though. I'm 74 years old and will likely have to quit riding in the near future. Some surging on a steady throttle. A solid and reliable machine that is extremely comfortable, it is the kind of bike that will effortlessly ease someone new to pillion riding into the joys of two-up touring. Fork paint not much better. If you are happy to do a bit of DIY, the RT is an easy bike to maintain once you have worked out how to remove the fairing and also cheap to run — provided nothing major breaks, which to be fair it seldom does. Overall though a great bike for going places on, great on petrol usually average mpg knocking around on a run I get around A great bike for sure, but far from the perfect mount for covering huge distances. Read the riders' comments at the bike's discussion group.

Launched in to replace the popular RRT, the RRT RT stands for Reise-Tourer, or travel tourer is a perfect demonstration of why over the years BMW has forged such a formidable reputation for engineering excellence and crafting superb mile-munchers. Designed with comfort and ease as a priority if you want sporty there is always the RRS, if you crave adventure there is the RGS this boxer-powered full-dress tourer makes churning out the miles simply effortless. With sensible features such as panniers, a shaft drive, electronically-adjustable screen and wonderfully supportive seats for both the rider and pillion, i f you are after a great-value way to explore Europe, or even further afield, there are very few better options.

Now only available on the used market and becoming more affordable. Model year. Best motorcycle I've ever owned. They also deflect the airflow away from the bars and make a neat housing for the front indicators. Needed a bike that could take me and Mrs to far off places in comfort without costing a fortune in fuel. Rear brakes. Quality fit and finish, but the stock windshield was too short and the seat was too hard. The gear selection is clunky by Japanese standards but positive, and I never found any false neutrals, although I had problems occasionally getting out of neutral once or twice on the first start of the day. Kerb weight. Proof that a motorcycle can take you a pillion and plenty of luggage to those Alpine passes can be fun once you get there. Low The bike comes a full 2 year unlimited mileage warranty which includes Europe-wide breakdown cover with transportation, hotel accommodation, replacement vehicle and taxi services. Plenty of bikes rack up huge mileages — , plus without major problems. Discuss this bike Rate this motorbike This bike's rating Write a review Sell this motorcycle Such bikes for sale Insurance quotes Tip a friend List related bikes.