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2008 BMW R 1200 RT Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2008 BMW R 1200 RT: Quick Overview

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2008 BMW R 1200 RT Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 2008
Make BMW
Model R 1200 RT
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Type Motorcycle
Category Motorcycle
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Made In Germany
Manufacturing City BERLIN
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Engine 1170CC
Engine Size 1170L
Engine Cylinders 2
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2008 BMW R 1200 RT Prices and Market Value

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2008 BMW R 1200 RT Fuel Efficiency

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2008 BMW R 1200 RT Recalls & Defects

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Recall date 2010-06-18
Recall no. 10v276000
Source NHTSA
Summary BMW IS Recalling Certain Model Year 2007 Through 2009 R 1200 and K 1200 Series Motorcycles Manufactured From August 2006 Through MAY 2009. DUE TO THE Current Routing OF THE Front Brake Lines, IT IS Possible That During Riding, and Therefore Associated Vibration. THE Brake Lines Could BE Under Strain. IF THE Vibration/Strain IS Significant, THE Brake Line Could Split and Start TO Develop A Leak.
Consequence IF This Goes Unnoticed, and THE Brake Fluid Reservoir Runs Empty, THE Front Brakes Could Fail, Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy BMW Will Notify Owners and Dealers Will Install NEW Brake Lines, Containing A "sleeve" Along A Portion OF THE Lines Free OF Charge. THE Safety Recall Began ON September 20, 2010. Owners MAY Contact BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
Notes Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
Recall date 2013-12-12
Recall no. 13v617000
Source NHTSA
Summary BMW OF North America, LLC (Bmw) IS Recalling Certain Model Year 2005-2011 Model Year R-Model Motorcycles, Model Year 2005-2012 K-model Motorcycles, Model Year 2010-2011 S 1000 Model Motorcycles, and Model Year 2006-2010 HP2 Motorcycles. IN THE Affected Motorcycles, THE Fuel Pump Flange (And THE Auxiliary Fuel Pump Flange IF Equipped) Could Develop Cracks and Leak Fuel.
Consequence A Fuel Leak IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source MAY Result IN A Fire.
Remedy BMW Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Either Reinforce THE Fuel Pump Flange or Replace THE Pump, AS Necessary, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON April 16, 2014. Owners MAY Contact BMW Customer Relations AT 1-800-525-7417 or Email BMW AT [email protected].
Notes Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Wheels:lugs/Nuts/Bolts/studs
Recall date 2015-03-11
Recall no. 15v141000
Source NHTSA
Summary BMW OF North America, LLC (Bmw) IS Recalling Certain Model Year 2005-2010 R1200gs and R1200rt, 2006-2010 R1200gs Adventure, 2007-2010 R1200r, 2007 R1200s and K1200r Sport, 2005-2007 R1200st, 2008-2009 HP2 Megamoto, 2006 HP2 Enduro, 2008-2010 HP2 Sport, 2005-2008 K1200s, 2006-2008 K1200r, K1200gt, 2009-2011 K1300s, 2010-2011 K1300r, and 2009-2010 K1300gt Motorcycles. IN THE Affected Motorcycles, THE Rear Wheel Mounting Flange MAY Crack IF THE Rear Wheel Mounting Bolts ARE Over Tightened.
Consequence IF THE Rear Wheel Mounting Flange Cracks, THE Mounting Bolts MAY Loosen and THE Rear Wheel MAY NOT Remain Secured TO THE Motorcycle, Causing A Loss OF Stability and Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy BMW Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Replace THE Existing Aluminum Rear Wheel Flange With A Steel One, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON MAY 7, 2015. Owners MAY Contact BMW Customer Service AT 1-800-525-7417.
Notes Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.

2008 BMW R 1200 RT Warranty

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2008 BMW R 1200 RT Insurance

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Drew is a seasoned automotive expert and contributor to VinCheck.info. With nearly 15 years of experience as a former Porsche technician, he brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge to his writing. Born in North Carolina, a region renowned for its deep-rooted NASCAR culture, Drew developed a passion for cars early in life, often building and working on vehicles from a young age. At VINCheck, Drew leverages his extensive technical background to provide in-depth analyses of various vehicles. His articles often focus on engine performance, reliability, and maintenance insights, offering readers practical information grounded in real-world experience. Some of his notable contributions include reviews on the Mazda CX-5's longevity and detailed examinations of engine options for models like the 2011 Toyota Camry and Tacoma