I just bought a 2007 K1200GT last month and I love it! 16K miles and it was just serviced. I also have the color matched top case. Very smooth and fast bike. Thanks for the review.
GSXR1300X I’ll do what I feel comfortable with - plugs and such. The manual does not seem to include information on maintaining the liquid cooling system. Have you discovered the same? What tires are you running? Do you like them? Best of luck.
@@joewalworth8586 Currently the bike has Dunlop RoadSmart III's. I don't have much experience with them yet. However, in the past I've preferred the Michelin PilotRoad series. Unfortunately i don't have a manual for it yet. Seems that you have to get a CD/DVD directly from BMW. I wonder why BMW doesn't allow for digital download; get with the times BMW. geeezzzzz. Based on all the CZcams vid's ive seen you can get a vacuum setup from harbor freight to pull the coolant into the system. One tool that i recently bought was the GS-911 reader. I think its a must have for doing your own maintenance.
Nice review, Nomad. Earlier this year I bought my first BMW, a 2004 k1200rs (with only 19000 miles) which is very similar to the GT but with less electrical gadgets to go wrong. If I ever upgrade, that will probably be a BMW too 'cos I'm definitely hooked on that smooth, powerful motor. But it does seem to me that every new BMW model is heavier than the last, so I might just keep this one ( I did manage to pick it back up after it rolled off the sidestand) and with the newest K1600's being much heavier, my 66 year old bod might not be up to the task. Good luck, and keep it in one piece!
Have Just Bought a K1200 GT and Thoroughly enjoyed your Excellent Video .Lovely spin along the Slane Road and Oldbridge.Well done keep up the great work..
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Fuel strips are a BMW corporate weakness. Replaced mine, new one failed within about 3 or 4 months. So I gave up and just fill-up on the basis of miles covered (every 200). No other problems.
Yup got the exact same bike 2008 K1200GT/SE bought it new in March of 08 had 3 fuel strip replaced by dealer & numerous other recalls in bikes early life & it’s packed in again 🤷♂️ bike has approximately 27k on clock !! But I love her 😍 in my 60’s now so we’ll grow old together
Nice review, what make wind deflectors do you have on the sides? And btw, you switched off the ASC with the button. It's on by default and the yellow light indicates it's off, or malfunctioning!
Hi John, apart from the obvious 100cc and an extra claimed 8bhp,from what I understand not that much . The bodywork has had minimal revisions also. On the downside there have been plenty of reports of switchgear failing and needing replacement. At least the fuel tank strip sensor issue appears to have been fixed with reports of better fueling also. Overall though the GT1200 or 1300 is an excellent long distance mile munching touring motorcycle with some serious get up and go when the mood takes you.
Esta é uma ótima bicicleta de turismo para uma ou duas pessoas. é importante manter o cronograma de manutenção em bmws. procure o histórico de serviço antes de comprar. mas como um muncher rápido e confortável, com boa economia de combustível, é muito bom
I LOVE MINE. UPGRADED BMW TUNE. VERY FAST PULLS LIKE A FREIGHT TRAIN.
I just bought a 2007 K1200GT last month and I love it! 16K miles and it was just serviced. I also have the color matched top case. Very smooth and fast bike. Thanks for the review.
Still got mine almost 12 years now.
Great review! Keep it up. I just purchased a 2007 K1200GT. This review made me pull the trigger on buying it.
I just got a 2008 k1200GT. so far so good. just did my first oil change on it. Are you doing your own maintenance?
GSXR1300X
I’ll do what I feel comfortable with - plugs and such. The manual does not seem to include information on maintaining the liquid cooling system. Have you discovered the same? What tires are you running? Do you like them? Best of luck.
@@joewalworth8586 Currently the bike has Dunlop RoadSmart III's. I don't have much experience with them yet. However, in the past I've preferred the Michelin PilotRoad series. Unfortunately i don't have a manual for it yet. Seems that you have to get a CD/DVD directly from BMW. I wonder why BMW doesn't allow for digital download; get with the times BMW. geeezzzzz. Based on all the CZcams vid's ive seen you can get a vacuum setup from harbor freight to pull the coolant into the system. One tool that i recently bought was the GS-911 reader. I think its a must have for doing your own maintenance.
Very helpful tips on what to look for when buying. Ty!
Nice review, Nomad. Earlier this year I bought my first BMW, a 2004 k1200rs (with only 19000 miles) which is very similar to the GT but with less electrical gadgets to go wrong. If I ever upgrade, that will probably be a BMW too 'cos I'm definitely hooked on that smooth, powerful motor. But it does seem to me that every new BMW model is heavier than the last, so I might just keep this one ( I did manage to pick it back up after it rolled off the sidestand) and with the newest K1600's being much heavier, my 66 year old bod might not be up to the task. Good luck, and keep it in one piece!
Have Just Bought a K1200 GT and Thoroughly enjoyed your Excellent Video .Lovely spin along the Slane Road and Oldbridge.Well done keep up the great work..
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Now this guy knows how to do a CZcams review. Excellent job. Thank you. Subscribed.
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I somehow lost the password. I would love any help you can offer me!
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@Rocky Judson I really appreciate your reply. I found the site through google and I'm in the hacking process now.
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I have an 06. Best motorbike I have ever owned
What a beauty and that looong wheelbase is impressive. Interesting they got rid of the brake assist servo by 2008. I need like 10 bikes lol.
Nice, detailed review. Nice one
Thanks
Fuel strips are a BMW corporate weakness. Replaced mine, new one failed within about 3 or 4 months. So I gave up and just fill-up on the basis of miles covered (every 200). No other problems.
Yup got the exact same bike 2008 K1200GT/SE bought it new in March of 08 had 3 fuel strip replaced by dealer & numerous other recalls in bikes early life & it’s packed in again 🤷♂️ bike has approximately 27k on clock !! But I love her 😍 in my 60’s now so we’ll grow old together
Thinking about doing more reviews how's about you guys subscribing , let's get it moving . Thanks for all your interest .
There is one posted for $5300, 33k miles. Had all the recalls taken care of. I'm thinking about buying it
Nice review, what make wind deflectors do you have on the sides? And btw, you switched off the ASC with the button. It's on by default and the yellow light indicates it's off, or malfunctioning!
Every day a school day , thanks for that. Im not sure of what make the deflectors were, as they were on the
bike when i got it.
Wind deflectors can be found at www.motorcycleparts-hornig.com
Thanks🤘
Whats the amber lught on the display.?
Lovely bike. Looking at buying one.
Hi the amber light is when i turned off the traction control .
A really great review.....thanks for sharing your opinions and making a very enjoyable and informative video!!
Regards from Australia
Thank you I have one too it’s great
Good review, just wondering if there might be much difference between the K1200GT and the K1300GT?
Hi John, apart from the obvious 100cc and an extra claimed 8bhp,from what I understand not that much . The bodywork has had minimal revisions also. On the downside there have been plenty of reports of switchgear failing and needing replacement. At least the fuel tank strip sensor issue appears to have been fixed with reports of better fueling also. Overall though the GT1200 or 1300 is an excellent long distance mile munching touring motorcycle with some serious get up and go when the mood takes you.
Its a superb bike
great review! thanks man!
Your welcome 👍
These bikes are great for collecting tickets.
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Vibration through the bars?
Good bike?
If you can find a well maintained example. Yes . A good two up all day tourer with plenty of power and gadgets to keep it interesting. Good mpg too
Gostaria de saber se a moto e boa 🇧🇷
Esta é uma ótima bicicleta de turismo para uma ou duas pessoas. é importante manter o cronograma de manutenção em bmws. procure o histórico de serviço antes de comprar. mas como um muncher rápido e confortável, com boa economia de combustível, é muito bom
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