Colorado Jeff Posted March 7, 2018 Share Posted March 7, 2018 Hi All, there's an article on motorcycle.com with pictures of what may be a new R12RT for 2019. The pictures show what might be new variable valve timing system (cam covers are different), new headlights, possible bump of 50 cc and what appears to be a much larger TFT display. http://www.motorcycle.com/features/2019-bmw-r1200rt-spy-photos-new-boxer-engine.html Jeff Link to comment
TEWKS Posted March 7, 2018 Share Posted March 7, 2018 Good find! I'm kind of looking forward to a freshen up of the GSA, for 19. What I'd actually do if that happens... Pat Link to comment
Mike Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 All (theoretically);impressive. But, I'd be happy if they just made it easier to change the low beam bulb. Link to comment
lkraus Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 All (theoretically);impressive. But, I'd be happy if they just made it easier to change the low beam bulb. If the headlight change is the result of a switch to an LED headlamp (finally), you won't need to worry about changing bulbs at all. Link to comment
NoelCP Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 (edited) Cool--looks like there is no need to upgrade my lovely '16 yet again Have you heard about the 2020 BMW T1000GT? This is what I'm waiting for--BMW's new 978cc triple, belt drive, 109HP, ABS Pro, ASC, Dynamic ESA, TPM, cruise control, LED w/ adaptive headlight, Dynamic Brake Light, 5.1g US fuel tank, heated seats/grips, electric windscreen, large TFT display w/ GPS and blue tooth connectivity, wet weight fully fueled 522lbs w/ MSRP $15,450 inc side cases, height-adjustable seat. No audio package, no central locking, no keyless ignition. Edited March 8, 2018 by NoelCP Link to comment
Paul De Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 Looks as expected with TFT infotainment dash, but intake and exhaust location are different. Is a fully water cooled boxer motor coming? Link to comment
AndyS Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 (edited) Is a fully water cooled boxer motor coming? Can't think why there would be. This new engine meets all the relevant noise standards and that's the only reason they'd want to add weight. Edited March 8, 2018 by AndyS Link to comment
TJRL Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 (edited) Have you heard about the 2020 BMW T1000GT? This is what I'm waiting for--BMW's new 978cc triple, belt drive, 109HP, ABS Pro, ASC, Dynamic ESA, TPM, cruise control, LED w/ adaptive headlight, Dynamic Brake Light, 5.1g US fuel tank, heated seats/grips, electric windscreen, large TFT display w/ GPS and blue tooth connectivity, wet weight fully fueled 522lbs w/ MSRP $15,450 inc side cases, height-adjustable seat. No audio package, no central locking, no keyless ignition. I have now, putting a deposit down as soon as I finish posting this post!! Edited March 11, 2018 by TJRL Link to comment
Ralphie Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Will be interesting to see what comes of this. The past several boxer updates started with the GS and the following year the updated RT came to light. We shall see. Link to comment
JamesW Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 Now I could REALLY get interested in this. Link to comment
Bill_Walker Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Are you guys seeing a new TFT dash in that photo? It looks the same as my dash, unless you're counting the GPS as a "dash". Link to comment
lkraus Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 (edited) It's confusing because there is a picture of the current dash for comparison. The possibly new version: I'm a little skeptical, it appears to be taped up and the screen looks pretty dark. Could be just for testing. Edited March 15, 2018 by lkraus Link to comment
dba Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Have you heard about the 2020 BMW T1000GT? This is what I'm waiting for--BMW's new 978cc triple, belt drive, 109HP, ABS Pro, ASC, Dynamic ESA, TPM, cruise control, LED w/ adaptive headlight, Dynamic Brake Light, 5.1g US fuel tank, heated seats/grips, electric windscreen, large TFT display w/ GPS and blue tooth connectivity, wet weight fully fueled 522lbs w/ MSRP $15,450 inc side cases, height-adjustable seat. No audio package, no central locking, no keyless ignition. Is this for real, or are you pulling our collective leg? Link to comment
AndyS Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Yes Noel is joking. He has aired this 'wish list' of his for some considerable time now..I huess hoping that BMW will pick up on it and build him one. Link to comment
JamesW Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 So it's just wishful thinking? Had me all fired up and ready to sell the FJR. I was even hoping for telelever suspension. Link to comment
Bill_Walker Posted March 18, 2018 Share Posted March 18, 2018 It's confusing because there is a picture of the current dash for comparison. Oh, yeah. I see it now on second look. I'd agree that the "new" dash shown does not look production-ready. Link to comment
Colorado Jeff Posted September 19, 2018 Author Share Posted September 19, 2018 Now for an update; (in case you hadn't seen it yet) BMW rolls out 2019 R 1250 GS and RT with variable valve lift https://newatlas.com/bmw-motorrad-2019-r1250-gs-rt/56374/ The fifth generation of BMW's four-valve boxer engine will make its debut in the new R 1250 GS and RT. The latest evolution of its liquid-cooled boxer features increased capacity, more power and introduces a new ShiftCam variable valve lift and timing system for the first time in a BMW motorcycle. See the article for more. Link to comment
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