1200RT accessories

[dan_forker]

 

 

Well, here goes. I'm new to this board because I am in the process of ordering a new RT. Have ridden a GoldWing for the last 10 years and before that Yamaha Ventures.

 

When the 1200RT came out the Wing was the same as history. Just a question of time.

 

So two questions:

 

1. I ride with a group that all have CB communication and aren't about to switch to something else. Does anyone have any experience with the J&M Bar mount CB & intercom unit that came out a year or two ago? Any problem getting it to intergrate with the BMW factory radio? Any other problems?

 

2. I think I prefer a GIVI Top Case. How difficult is it to get the available tail, stop and turn signal lites on the GIVI to operate since BMW went to the single wire system?

 

I guess last but not least, are any of you former Wing riders and do you regret the switch.

[mqo233]

Let me know if anyone gives you information on the tail trunk, as far as the cb, I talked to Sierra Electronics and they said they can hook me up.

[sjn7708]

1. I just switched from a wing and have no regrets. Just as comfrtable as a wing but much funner once u get to your destination and a lot lighter. Wing has a better stereo but RT hs adjustable windscreen, and ESA.

2. I recommend autocom for an audio system. U can plug anything into it. Dont recommend the BMW am/Fm/cd. CD skips over bumps. Radio hard to get stations unless really strong. I get better results from satellite radio and a walkman. Get an autocom and plug a communicator into that unless u really need CB. I really like satellite radio.

3. I have the BMW topcase and like it just fine. It could be a little tricky hooking something into the single wire can-bus system