My local dealer had an open day at Bury hill near Arundel W.Sussex last weekend. Good weather attracted a steady turnover , although it is always popular with bikes of all types and makes.
My point is that whilst there I saw a few RT's with out venture shield, neither were that old, both under three years, but both had signs of paint damage from various chips. Also saw a man who had bought the set, and applied it himself. Now on his own admission, he said that it wasn't a very good job, one pannier, looked like a sandwich wrapped in Clingfilm, so he was resigned to having it done properly.
The same man said that I would be wise to have it applied to my bike. I then pointed out that I had, and on most of the bike as well, all the front ,including the headlight, all the panniers and top box, the complete fairing and side flanks, and nearly all the petrol tank. The sculptured dimple bits remain uncovered, as does the small piece forward of the petrol tank. The same man then said that it was the best application that he had seen to date, this view was also shared by the dealer.
Now at the time I did say that I thought it a bit dear, having been quoted £290, and then the final bill coming in at £410. Having just typed the figures, it still seems dear, but the bike is 95% covered, with a five year guarantee, and a first class job. I don't know what it would cost to have the paint touched up, but the bike would be gone for a week maybe longer, especially if BMW had to touch it up.
Also saw a new RT with extra mirrors, not exactly aesthetically pleasing to the eye, but they do take care of the blind spot. I have now realised that this is coursed by the mirrors being set lower than the handle bars, which is not that common on bikes. You therefore look under your arms, as opposed to over the top. As a result you have to adapt your riding style when pulling out.
Still enjoying the bike and experimenting with the different riding modes, which make some big changes.
Would recommend the RT and ventureshield.
My point is that whilst there I saw a few RT's with out venture shield, neither were that old, both under three years, but both had signs of paint damage from various chips. Also saw a man who had bought the set, and applied it himself. Now on his own admission, he said that it wasn't a very good job, one pannier, looked like a sandwich wrapped in Clingfilm, so he was resigned to having it done properly.
The same man said that I would be wise to have it applied to my bike. I then pointed out that I had, and on most of the bike as well, all the front ,including the headlight, all the panniers and top box, the complete fairing and side flanks, and nearly all the petrol tank. The sculptured dimple bits remain uncovered, as does the small piece forward of the petrol tank. The same man then said that it was the best application that he had seen to date, this view was also shared by the dealer.
Now at the time I did say that I thought it a bit dear, having been quoted £290, and then the final bill coming in at £410. Having just typed the figures, it still seems dear, but the bike is 95% covered, with a five year guarantee, and a first class job. I don't know what it would cost to have the paint touched up, but the bike would be gone for a week maybe longer, especially if BMW had to touch it up.
Also saw a new RT with extra mirrors, not exactly aesthetically pleasing to the eye, but they do take care of the blind spot. I have now realised that this is coursed by the mirrors being set lower than the handle bars, which is not that common on bikes. You therefore look under your arms, as opposed to over the top. As a result you have to adapt your riding style when pulling out.
Still enjoying the bike and experimenting with the different riding modes, which make some big changes.
Would recommend the RT and ventureshield.