Sailorlite Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 I'm considering replacing my 60K mi. 2008 RT with a low milage hexhead RT. Apart from paint choices, I can't think of any differences between the '10, '11 and '12 models. For example, given equal milage, maintenance, and equipment, wouldn't a 2010 be the same bike as a 2012 - except for price? Link to comment
kltk165 Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 Just curious, what would you expect to gain from going to a newer model RT as opposed to the '08 you have? Link to comment
tsp Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 Sometime between the 2010 and 2012 they switched from the fuel strip to a float type system for measuring the gas in the tank. You have to check by built date. tsp Blog: www.swriding.blogspot.com Link to comment
Stephen H Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 I have just taken delivery of my sixth R1200RT ,,, that makes ne quilified to comment. The new hex head is like chalk and cheese compared with the old oil head / hex head .... on paper they look the same ... on the road they are worlds apart I ride around 25k miles each year and to keep the value up and to avoid any problems, I change every 18 to 24 months Don't delay (if you can afford it) .... go for it, lifes short !! Link to comment
w2ge Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 I have a 2010RT.. other than the changeover to a float in the tank, (as mentioned) the only other change that I know of is that sometime in the later 2010 production year they changed the final drive a bit. It now has a vent.. I have an fairly early production 2010 (2/10 date) and mine has the non-vented final drive. Other than that, I have never heard of any other differences... Link to comment
scott r1200rt Posted April 20, 2012 Share Posted April 20, 2012 I think the forks and or the shocks changed as well. scott Link to comment
w2ge Posted April 20, 2012 Share Posted April 20, 2012 Shocks are the same through 2010+ (Checked RealOEM parts fiche) In 2010, ESA II(?), Camhead, bodywork changes came out. Link to comment
Dave_in_TX Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Sometime between the 2010 and 2012 they switched from the fuel strip to a float type system for measuring the gas in the tank. You have to check by built date. tsp Blog: www.swriding.blogspot.com Do you know what date they did the switch to a float? Link to comment
Limecreek Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Dave - the float started with build date of 9/10, so you have the float in the bike you are looking at. Cheers! Link to comment
Dave_in_TX Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Dave - the float started with build date of 9/10, so you have the float in the bike you are looking at. Cheers! Greg, I'm not so sure of that. The bike I'm looking at has a warranty until 9/25/2013 so I'm assuming it was purchased around 9/25/10 which makes me think it must have been built prior to 9/10. Link to comment
Mudman Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Another change from 2010 to 2012 was a change in the front forks. The new forks resemble the design of the 1200GS and have machined sliders rather than cast as in the older design. The fork tubes appear to be larger as well. The new design appears beefier and possibly more resistant to flex. This change was made early into the 2011 model run. RT's made before 10/2010 have the older forks, triple trees, and brake caliper mounts. The difference is quite apparent when looking at a 2010 and later 2011 models onward. Link to comment
bikebits Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Dave - the float started with build date of 9/10, so you have the float in the bike you are looking at. Cheers! Greg, I'm not so sure of that. The bike I'm looking at has a warranty until 9/25/2013 so I'm assuming it was purchased around 9/25/10 which makes me think it must have been built prior to 9/10. Read the data plate on the upper fork leg. It has the build month/year on it. Link to comment
Dub Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Another change from 2010 to 2012 was a change in the front forks. The fork tubes appear to be larger as well. enlarged diameter of the standpipe from 35mm up to 41 mm ? Link to comment
KenK Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 The engine itself is a good enough reason to switch. I had an '09 prior to getting my '12 a couple of weeks ago. What a difference. Not just the power curve, but smoother. Ken Link to comment
Chip Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Does anyone know for certain that the fuel strip was replaced with a float system (e.g., late 2010 models)? When I say, know for certain, I mean has anyone actually seen a float system on a late 2010, or 2011, or 2012? I know the microfiches show a different part. However, I spoke with my technician when I brought my 2010 in for it's 18K checkup. He indicated that, yes, the parts manuals indicate a picture of a float system but fuel strips are used on the hexheads (2010 through 2012). I live in Houston. My technician works on a lot of BMWs and is considered one of the best. He said, "...I know what the pictures show but I also know what I've seen." Link to comment
Chip Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Does anyone know for certain that the fuel strip was replaced with a float system (e.g., late 2010 models)? When I say, know for certain, I mean has anyone actually seen a float system on a late 2010, or 2011, or 2012? I know the microfiches show a different part. However, I spoke with my technician when I brought my 2010 in for it's 18K checkup. He indicated that, yes, the parts manuals indicate a picture of a float system but fuel strips are used on the hexheads (2010 through 2012). I live in Houston. My technician works on a lot of BMWs and is considered one of the best. He said, "...I know what the pictures show but I also know what I've seen." My mistake...I meant to say camheads... Link to comment
w2ge Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I rode my neighbors 2011 and his handlebars were a bit different than my 2010... It seems the cast fancy BMW bars (whatever you call them) are narrower, allowing a longer (I think) 7/8" bar to come out of each end to the grips.. thus allowing room to mount more things using standard round type bar mounts. (Ala cruiser type bars.) Link to comment
smooth cruise Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 Hi I bought my bike in october 2010 but the bike is a 2011 so does anyone know if that bike would have the float in gas tank and if the forks would be old style or new ?? thanks Link to comment
terryofperry Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 You can go to real oem, put in your VIN # and it will tell you. Terry Link to comment
mneblett Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Hi I bought my bike in october 2010 but the bike is a 2011 so does anyone know if that bike would have the float in gas tank and if the forks would be old style or new ?? thanks On the fuel level sensor, look at the month/year on the manufacturer's info sticker (on the upper rear side of the right fork leg, IIRC). If it is 08/10 or later, it should be the float. Link to comment
David R Posted September 18, 2012 Share Posted September 18, 2012 I have a 2012 R1200R. I can see the strip in the tank when I open the filler. David Link to comment
Martyn Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 I have a 2012 R1200R. I can see the strip in the tank when I open the filler. David The float is only been "re-fitted" to the RT & GS range. not the 1200R. Link to comment
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