New LC RT?

[Yellow Peril]

So anyone know when the new version will arrive?

 

[Capt Over-reaction]

Normally gets launched at one of the German or Italian Bike shows in Sept/October, then in the dealers next March.

 

[Nutty]

There are some spy shots over on MCN

 

[Yellow Peril]

I know its the paint job but by Christ that is ugly, makes the GS's look positively pretty

 

[Bluesticky1]

My dealer reckons next March, as previously stated. Got a test ride on the new GS soon, will report on how it feels. Think I'll stick with RT though - simply the best bike I've ever owned!

 

[stanley]

Saw two of them in Northern Spain last week. The riders weren't keen to hang around!

 

[loftyboy]

New RT

Found this image on Facebook looks good to me not to radical a departure from the current model, which in my opinion is a great bike.

 

[loftyboy]

Here's another view....not sure how genuine these are, but I hope new version looks something like it.

It looks like Wunderlich have got a heads up for new accessories.

 

[Norfolk Tiger]

If that is what appears the I like it

 

[Bluesticky1]

 

[Riktus]

Looks genuine - exhaust and swing arm changed sides like the GS....

Like the look of it and the subtle changes keep the RT image.

Was considering a 90 year anniversary model but have decided to wait for new bike, only thing is they will be pricey to start with.....

Rik

 

[Nutty]

I'm not a fan of the RT, but that looks nice

 

[(RIP) Mark H]

I spy .....

 

[Big Derek]

Found this image on Facebook looks good to me not to radical a departure from the current model, which in my opinion is a great bike.

Mmm Just done 400 miles on a RT i always find the front steering heavy and dislike the inset mirrors. If the new LC engine is in it I hope they've tuned/geared it down


Cant wait to see the new GSA version....

 

[Deleted account Cooperman]

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[ebbo]

That's one hell of a leaked video!

Looks like it may have a proper satnav mount, big satnav, wonder what it is?

Cheers Cooperman

 

[Myke Rocks]

Sorry, I don't understand

Mmm Just done 400 miles on a RT i always find the front steering heavy and dislike the inset mirrors. If the new LC engine is in it I hope they've tuned/geared it down


Cant wait to see the new GSA version....

I hope they've tuned/geared it down. Don't really understand what you are suggesting.

Would you prefer it in a higher or lower state of tune, and why?
Would you prefer it geared to rev it's nuts off even worse than the existing models, or prefer it to have a higher top gear to make long distance cruising more relaxed and economical?
Myke

 

[Mav]

That's one hell of a leaked video!

Looks like it may have a proper satnav mount, big satnav, wonder what it is?

Cheers Cooperman

What's more interesting is that it's called R1200GT

 

[sven]

Mmm Just done 400 miles on a RT i always find the front steering heavy and dislike the inset mirrors. If the new LC engine is in it I hope they've tuned/geared it down


Cant wait to see the new GSA version....

My RT is much quicker than my GS MU was thanks to the superior aerodynamics, both overtaking and at high speeds. It also handles much better (especially now I've replaced the crappy BT-021 tyres) thanks to the stiffer suspension and lower centre of gravity.

The only thing I like better about the GS is the styling, which is why I'll probably buy the LC GS next as it should be much quicker than my current RT whilst making me look 10 years younger

Can't possibly see why you'd want it tuned/geared down as it feels much more comfortable cruising at speed

 

[ebbo]

What's more interesting is that it's called R1200GT

I didn't miss that, and If BMW want to call it a GT I'm not that bothered. I'm just not that convinced BMW would drop RT for GT, especially as I didn't notice it say GT on the bike, did anyone?