The BMW R1150 RT is a beloved touring machine, trusted by long-distance riders and law enforcement alike for its comfort, reliability, and classic boxer power. But even this touring workhorse needs the right care to go the distance. In this episode of Motorbike 101, we get into the nuts and bolts of maintaining the R1150 RT — covering essential service tasks, common issues like final drive wear and servo-assisted brakes, and tips for keeping your boxer twin smooth and road-ready. Whethe...
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The BMW R1150 RT is a beloved touring machine, trusted by long-distance riders and law enforcement alike for its comfort, reliability, and classic boxer power. But even this touring workhorse needs the right care to go the distance. In this episode of Motorbike 101, we get into the nuts and bolts of maintaining the R1150 RT — covering essential service tasks, common issues like final drive wear and servo-assisted brakes, and tips for keeping your boxer twin smooth and road-ready. Whethe...
Touring Reliability: Repair & Maintenance for the BMW R1150 RT
Motorbike 101: The Podcast
11 minutes
5 months ago
Touring Reliability: Repair & Maintenance for the BMW R1150 RT
The BMW R1150 RT is a beloved touring machine, trusted by long-distance riders and law enforcement alike for its comfort, reliability, and classic boxer power. But even this touring workhorse needs the right care to go the distance. In this episode of Motorbike 101, we get into the nuts and bolts of maintaining the R1150 RT — covering essential service tasks, common issues like final drive wear and servo-assisted brakes, and tips for keeping your boxer twin smooth and road-ready. Whethe...
Motorbike 101: The Podcast
The BMW R1150 RT is a beloved touring machine, trusted by long-distance riders and law enforcement alike for its comfort, reliability, and classic boxer power. But even this touring workhorse needs the right care to go the distance. In this episode of Motorbike 101, we get into the nuts and bolts of maintaining the R1150 RT — covering essential service tasks, common issues like final drive wear and servo-assisted brakes, and tips for keeping your boxer twin smooth and road-ready. Whethe...
