BMW makes fantastic motorcycles and I am riding an RT for 20 years. But someone should assist Germans when it comes to choosing colors for their bikes.

I’ll keep my grom for highway bashing thanks

Just bought one a few days ago..best bike I’ve ever road..i love it!

Thanks a bunch Bob, I am picking up my 2021 option 719...this week. Can not wait and I am 73...

Loved the review. I own a 2019 R1250RT, have only about 8,000 miles on it but I absolutely love it! For me, the RT offers the best of comfort, nimble sporty ride & handling, reasonable weight, and technology. Obviously selecting a bike is a very personal decision, we all have our own tastes and preferences! I like the new technology on the 2021 RT but my 2019 suits me just fine and I've barely got her broken in so I won't be trading anytime soon.

Finally someone puts out non-blacked out rims again, looks great.

Just got mine .. nice 350 mile in one day ride the other day, very impressed. Tec worked fine, great bike for motorway and even managed some great lean angles on the back roads. Not missing the jarring ride on my GS!

I understand why some say this is a beast of a motorcycle. The huge front faring puts a lot off. I love it! I love all the technology and gadgetry. And, if I could afford one I would get one fully equipped. Thanks for the review, love your podcast to. Listen at work each week. Very much a fan.

I'm considering the features of 3 different bikes and plan to purchase one of them. One I'm considering is a 1250rt. Your vid is very informative and helps me lean toward the 1250. Thank u.

"...that leads you to concentrate on what's happening around you." or you know, you just fall asleep...

It's good to see the face behind all these awesome reviews. You actually exist, lol

Glad I watch this video I’m really excited tomorrow I pick up a one will be delivered for me a 2021RT so I’ll I’m really anxious had to compare what I experience and watch this video shows but I am quite sure that I’m not gonna be disappointed that that was a great video that I watched and thank you for all the update on that

Fabulous intuitive review as always m8!

Great video man! Love to see fellow Moto vlogger content!

Really really like my 2020 GSA but this is a game changer, I just couldn’t come at the old tech dash on the previous model, the ride was awesome but yeah . . . screeeeeeeen.

Great video I’ve got one being delivered on Tuesday come from a GSA 1250 same engine but just fits me so much better can’t wait too do some miles on it booked 4 tours this year already 🎉🎉

Beautiful bike, great review!

Darn. That is one beautiful bike. Nice review. 👌🏼👌🏼

Wow.... That's simply beautiful! End it keeps also something classic into it....

I enjoyed the review! Many thanks!

Haven’t ridden in years. Turning 58 this year. Really on the fence about getting back into the sport. These videos are killing me.

Adaptive Cruise Control is so nice on the freeway. I wish my Gold Wing had it.

I currently ride a Tiger 1200 XRT and am considering this as its replacement. I cant wait to get to my local dealer to organise a test ride.

Love that bike I so want one great vid quality too.

The R1200/50RS and the R1200/50RT are the most underrated bikes out there. I rode a 2018 R1200RS in a European Alpine tour for 7 days and the bike was unbelievable. The RT, being more comfortable (touring vs sport) is equally a machine to be ridden and appreciated. Exceptional engineering and rider comfort for both models in the 1200 and 1250 derivatives.

The screen's vacuum effect actually improves comfort by supporting the upper body. The ducting would deflect nuisance airflow created by the mechanisms gaps, rubber bellows would be more effective.

Awesome machine and perfect vídeo!!!

Bob ain't kiddin around . You can play "vroom vroom" on your Harley but if you're serious about munching miles on the highway, this is it boys.

Great review!

Upgrading my '06 R1200RT for a '22 R1250RT for all your stated reasons. Staying with a winner.

Very good and lovely commenting ! Good voice ! I owe a Goldwing SC 79 DCT and will test-ride the latest RT the day after tomorrow. Curious !!

I've not ridden the new RT yet, but as an owner of a 2020 K1600GT, I think I'd beg to differ with your 'Ultimate Motorway' title. I don't have the nifty TFT screen, but I do have an additional 350cc and 4 cylinders! A good trade on any day. Here in Salt Lake City Utah with 80 mph speed limits, we regularly ride to over 10,000 ft (3000 meters for the rest of the world) and as the saying goes, there really is no replacement for displacement. My channel deals with my K1600s (Yeah, I have two. Follow the channel to find out how THAT happened) and my 03 M3 6 spd convertible and a host of other likely suspects. Great review, clear explanation of the ACC and new baubles! You know I just subscribed, and I'm going to be binge watching your channel. Good thing it's Friday!

Nice vid Rob, a niche bike and maybe hard to justify as an 'only bike' unless all you did was huge motorway mile commutes? Would love the big screen on my F series. BMW are struggling though with the software connectivity when pairing phones, helmets and satnavs on the older screens. I think they're getting it sorted but the phone app is a little flaky unless your bikes firmware is fully up to date. Hopefully the tech on these '21 bikes is all sorted. Whilst I still love the Triumph brand, the BMW's are really making some good bikes at the moment and I'm happy to be part of that family. You really need a BMW in your garage sometime soon.....an R9T to replace the Street Twin!

Excellent job!!

Just a thought - That TFT screen should have been made to be pushed down, out of sight when not in use (similar to some car screens that disappear into the dash). Even if the screen had to be a fraction smaller, it would have been a bonus. As a few have commented, that TFT is a theft magnet.

Thats a great bike, 👍 Nice review 👌

Great review

Best heavyweight tourer ever. Really surprised to see the old Nokia buildings owned by BMW now. I expect the HD buildings will be repurposed soon too 😀

Great review 😊👍

Thanks for the video. This will be my first bike in 7-8 years after a family sacrifice of my old one. I tried the GSA and loved it, as did the Chief Finance Officer (my wife) who has sanctioned the purchase. I wasn’t interested in the old RT, because the tech was behind the GSA, but now I’m swayed by all the shiny, new buttons and tech of the new RT. My main worry is the state of UK roads and when we rode the GSA, it soaked them all up. Fully loaded, there’s very little price difference between them and the RT comes with panniers as standard, the LE with central locking too. I can’t wait to test ride the RT.

I believe BMW have a bestseller in the making here!

Great review! Really like the large TFT, brilliant!

Looks like an awesome machine,and great if you have the financial back up when the warranty runs out. If all you do is motorway bash great but wheres the fun.

great review

I've been away from bikes for 20 years now; but thinking about getting back into the saddle. This would be my no 1. choice, as most of my bikes were BMWs in the past.

Another big plus for me; This has a clutch! I love the new Gold Wing, but doubt I'll ever warm up to Automatic DCT.

The only bike that is really tempting me to go and test ride from the BMWmotorad family is an R1250R cause I think it is a proper sleeper. Same engine like the GS/RT but the lightest bike. A proper roadster!

Soon the software will have a upgrade for fake sound trough the speaker (like some cars). Maybe the sound of an old Ducati when you in the mood.

Looks very handsome, the bike too!

Great bike for sure

Another superb, thorough review. BMW really does tick every box for the modern world. My concern is regarding seat, as always. I'm keen to at least sit on one to get a feel and see how I manage.

Love it!!!!!!!!

A seat belt and ashtray would be nice as options

Good looking bike tech amazing

Excellent review. I am convinced that i have to buy this one instead of Honda Gold wing which is heavier.

Just bought the 2020 R1250 RT, still learning it. My bike needs an adapter cable to charge the phone unfortunately. Just learned how to adjust the DSA suspension setting, having to get used to the seating ergonomics as it slides the rider forward also.

Consdered the RT but just bought the 1250GS instead. Is the RT really that much better on motorways than the GS? I do a lot of city commuting so, all in all, I think it was the right choice for me and I don't really like the look of the RT. So far, I'm very impressed with the GS, coming from the Tiger 900 GT Pro. It"s a joy to ride and soooo stable all the time. The buying experience at BMW Paris was underwhelming to say the least for a machine of that price. And just one key!! But loving the bike. Take care and ride safe

Thought I recognised the M3. Plus you have the same Nexx helmet I do!

Great review! Thanks! But I think I will wait until the BMW K1600 comes out with the adaoptive cruise control and huge naviation display. That K1600 will have a reverse gear what is important to me.

What a beautiful bike

I'm due to upgrade next summer, so it will be evolution for me. But I do hope that we see a better range of colours, because none of the current crop inspires me.

Ultimate tourer.

Hm I had the 2020 RT for a few days, while waiting forty 1250 GSA. It's fun to ride, but for the taller ones amongst us, it's just cramped. There is not enough legroom because of the fairing on the tank. I never have back pain riding a GSA, but I was so glad to give this machine back to the dealer and ride a GSA again. I owned a K1600 in the past for riding to work and that one was way bigger in the seating area.

Not sure why comments are calling this heavy, 615 lbs curb, really? I see that as light an nimble for a touring bike, or even touring/sport.

Those computer dashes scare me...especially once the warranty runs out. Besides that, the RT is a phenomenal bikes.

Hey Motobob, Great review! What is the name of the color of the bike you ride in this review?

I had a 1978 RT and always wanted another…

After about 30 bike's now I ride the r1150rt, from 2002 , and it's great , perfect winterbike! Great review sir! Okay it is ugly but I dont care.

I own a K1600B GA and Ive heard people complaining about the lack of ACC. ID rather the phone compartment like the RT!

No mention of the incredible new headlights?? Check out Long Way Home for review of these.

좋은 영상 고맙습니다~^^

This the best touring bikes 2021

If i were to get a new BMW motorcycle, i think this is what i woukd end up wih.

I ride a 2009 K1300GT and have looked at the 1250RT as my next bike. The K1600 is just too big. Thanks for the review. I just wish the damned thing wasn't so expensive.

Still the best motorcycle engine ever produced.

With all the technology from bmw. Im really surprised they haven't come up with The windscreen is the satnav as well!!!!! You'll still be able to see though as normal but it will highlight the map where you want to go. So you'll never need to take your eyes off the road I bet this is going to be the future. You heard it here first dan waller

I wished I could afford this when I bought my Ducati Sports Tourer, except for the price!! This new model is lovely but I’ll have to wait for a used (or should I say pre-loved) one in 202*?

Please explain your microphone setup. How are you getting the audio on the GoPro.

No doubt this is the distance tourer of choice. I had a 2013 / 90 Jahre edition for 3 years, doing a lot of motorway mileage to visit a relative in hospital 240 mile / 386 km round journeys. I found i was flattening the very expensive tyres quickly. Also, even though it was probably the best tourer, I still found it tiring, I was in my early my sixties, so I decided to get a car for motorway journeys and different type of motorcycles for two up light touring. I agree these are great bikes, but I can’t imagine going up and down motorways / highways is much fun on any bike. Motorways are best for cars. A & B roads best for bikes. I miss that 2013 air cooled boxer engine though. Tigers and Bonnevilles for me now.

Are all the UK bikes coming with Michelin PRs? Bike looks much more modern with new dash and fairing

Smooth looking bike but I might want to go with the K 1600 B.

I’m curious as to how tall you are? I currently ride a GS but am looking for a little more comfort / less wind.

hey Bob.....whilst it may be great for one up touring, what if your wife wants to come along??? And dont think you will get away with a basic top box rear seat... she will want a full back seat lke the K1600 GT LE has mate

Good mile / kilometer muncher I suppose..I prefer the 1250RS personally. Too much "stuff". Adaptive cruise is very cool, but is it needed? We have a lot to pay attention to as a motorcyclist and following distance is close to number one, so I can see a benefit if distracted momentarily.

Thx Kate

I can go 20k, but not 24/25 as these bikes are selling for currently..plus...I'm still considering a GS.....might be able to poach one when the model years change...but, this adaptive cruise control kind of gives me the creeps. I like the ability of it to keep you off a certain distance to what's in front of you, but beyond that, it's ingrained in me, and maybe it is with other riders that I have to control the bike, faster, slower, left or right. I don't know. If I'm on the fence about it, I'm leaning toward the side not using it more than the side using it. At least for now.

I hope Triumph are looking at how BMW are producing TFT dashboards.

Love the screen and hope they implement it to the next generation GS. However, now you need a cell phone connection to operate the Navi, so you will be using a lot of data from your data plan and you need to always have a cell connection. Having a separate NAV unit or a built in Gamin/TomTom software (say link the Goldwing) eliminates these issues.

Just recently bought an r1250rs. Would love to see a video on that.

waoww .. this is a amazing motorcycle

Man what doesn't this bike have? maybe a directional EMP cannon(I wish) to clear traffic. Beautiful machine, another feather to BMW.

Better title -> “MotoBoob reviews small car”

Awesome bike!! Would you prefer a four or six cylinder engine when riding long distance...??

KTM 1290 Adventure has adaptive cruise control too...

How 'bout a rear-view camera ? 😃

if your phone doesnt have wireless charging, it has a usb plug in in the fairing pocket too

Ow that the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT plus is here, which one would you keep if cost of purchase wasn’t a factor ????

It would be lovely to have a bike like that....for 5% of the time. Maybe if I can have several bikes when I win the lottery. I'd be interested to know if adaptive cruise control can cope with emergency braking situations. I don't like the idea. I hope that the economy gage isn't like my brothers old 5 series. It only ever came out of the red when coasting downhill!

I am hearing a lot about people stealing the tft screens, has bmw done anything to prevent it on this bike?

Sweet neeed display on k1600