1st of many videos I will watch on your channel for all things related on Beamers. Thank you....

I’m not new to bike maintenance but just bought my first BMW the R1200RT so just like do a review for the minor differences doing an oil change on Japanese bike, basically just a couple of different tool but this was a very clear and precise how to video for people who are reluctant to start doing their own servicing.

New R1200RT owner here (2006 in Dark Graphite) - thank you for all of this info! Super helpful! The synthetic info is spot on - with one small caveat. The only time to NOT use synthetic is during run-in on a new or freshly rebuilt engine. The long-chain molecules (the little doo-dads that give the synthetic oil its spectacular long-life properties and excellent lubricity) do a poor job of suspending metal particulates. Use dinosaur juice or, ideally, break-in oil for that first 500-600 miles. Beyond that, synthetic is the way go! Getting ready to do my first oil change as soon as my funky little fill cap tool arrives from Max BMW. Mahle is actually an OEM supplier to BMW, the one you get at the dealer in a BMW box with BMW logo on the filter was most likely made by Mahle, Mann is another brand that supplies BMW. Looking forward to putting your wisdom and experience to good use. Long live the hex-head!

I enjoyed your video. You communicate the information very well. Thanks and take care.

I believe Mahle is the supplier for BMW OEM oil filters

Good Job... I M French... But your English was understanding...very well.. thanks

I just bought a 2009 R1200rt, thank you for this great video!

John,

Thank you so much. This my first bike. Great video.

Great information and video....thank you

this is great, thank you , im gonna do this on my 2011 BMW R1200RT

thank you! by far the best instruction on an oil change!

FYI, Mahle makes the oil filters for BMW.

Great job! Thanks for this.

Good video! I go by the manual and use a torque wrench on everything.

VERY helpful information, many thanks. Regards.

Awesome video, thank you so much for making it 👌

Nice thorough tutorial. I’d recommend removing the oil fill plug & covering with a clean rag. Also, use a new crush washer every time. They are extremely inexpensive (10 for $5 online) compared to an engine overhaul if leaks happen.

great video, THANKS

Brilliant video, shows how easy it is to do basic servicing on our mighty steeds. Only thing I'd suggest is wearing nitrile gloves, they're cheap and make your life a lot more pleasant when dealing with oil.