BMW R 1200 RT
Service intervals, oil, spark plugs and filters from BMW's manual, for every version of the model.
2015– · type 0A03 · K52
- Engine oil
- 4.0 l · SAE 5W-40, API SL, JASO MA2
- Spark plugs
- NGK LMAR8D-JE × 2
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF160
- Air filter
- Hiflofiltro HFA7915, K&N BM-1113
- Battery
- AGM · 16 Ah
- Tyres
- 120/70 R17 / 180/55 R17
| Operation | When |
|---|---|
| Running-in serviceBetween 500 and 1,200 km, with the first oil change. | once at 1 000 km |
| Annual check to BMW's schedule | every 12 months |
| Oil and oil filter change | every 10 000 km or 12 months |
| Final drive oil | every 20 000 km or 24 months |
| Valve clearance check | every 20 000 km |
| Spark plugs | every 20 000 km |
| Air filter | every 20 000 km |
| Brake fluidFirst after 12 months, then every 24 months. | every 24 months |
Tyres approved by BMW
| Brand | Front | Rear | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metzeler | Roadtec Z8 Interact M120/70 ZR17 58W | Roadtec Z8 Interact C180/55 ZR17 73W | |
| Michelin | Pilot Road 4GT120/70 ZR17 58W | Pilot Road 4GT180/55 ZR17 73W |
From BMW's tyre approval lists: R models (2019), K 6-cylinder models (2021).
All years · type 0368 · K26
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF164
- Tyres
- 120/70 R17 / 180/55 R17
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Tyres approved by BMW
| Brand | Front | Rear | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone | Battlax BT 020 F Radial CC120/70 ZR17 58W | Battlax BT 020 R Radial AA180/55 ZR17 73W | 18 |
| Bridgestone | Battlax BT 021 F Radial120/70 ZR17 58W | Battlax BT 021 R Radial180/55 ZR17 73W | 18 |
| Continental | Road Attack Z120/70 ZR17 58W | Road Attack C180/55 ZR17 73W | 18 |
| Dunlop | D 220 F ST P120/70 ZR17 58W | D 220 ST P180/55 ZR17 73W | 18 |
| Dunlop | Road Smart120/70 ZR17 58W | Road Smart180/55 ZR17 73W | 18 |
| Metzeler | Roadtec Z6 Front120/70 ZR17 58W | Roadtec Z6 C180/55 ZR17 73W | 18 |
| Metzeler | Roadtec Z6 Interact120/70 ZR17 58W | Roadtec Z6 C Interact180/55 ZR17 73W | 18 |
| Metzeler | Roadtec Z8 Interact120/70 ZR17 58W | Roadtec Z8 Interact C180/55 ZR17 73W | |
| Michelin | Pilot Road 2 TL120/70 ZR17 58W | Pilot Road 2 A TL180/55 ZR17 73W | 18 |
- 18 Clearance certificate must be obtained from the tyre manufacturer.
From BMW's tyre approval lists: R models (2019), K 6-cylinder models (2021).
All years · type 0430 · K26 11
- Engine oil
- 4.0 l · SAE 15W-50, API SJ, JASO MA2
- Spark plugs
- NGK MAR8B-JDSE × 2
- Oil filter
- Hiflofiltro HF164
- Battery
- gel · 19 Ah
- Tyres
- 120/70 R17 / 180/55 R17
The plan for this model is on its way. Write to us and we'll tell you what it needs.
Tyres approved by BMW
| Brand | Front | Rear | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone | Battlax BT 021 F120/70 ZR17 58W | Battlax BT 021 R180/55 ZR17 73W | |
| Continental | Road Attack Z120/70 ZR17 58W | Road Attack C180/55 ZR17 73W | |
| Dunlop | Sportmax Roadsmart120/70 ZR17 58W | Sportmax Roadsmart180/55 ZR17 73W | |
| Metzeler | Roadtec Z6 Interact120/70 ZR17 58W | Roadtec Z6 C Interact180/55 ZR17 73W |
From BMW's tyre approval lists: R models (2019), K 6-cylinder models (2021).
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Questions and answers
How much oil does the BMW R 1200 RT take?
4.0 l of SAE 5W-40, API SL, JASO MA2 with an oil filter change, from BMW's manual.
How often is the oil changed on the BMW R 1200 RT?
Every 10 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Which spark plugs fit the BMW R 1200 RT?
NGK LMAR8D-JE, 2 of them.
Which oil filter fits the BMW R 1200 RT?
Hiflofiltro HF160.
Which air filter fits the BMW R 1200 RT?
Hiflofiltro HFA7915, K&N BM-1113.
Which battery does the BMW R 1200 RT use?
AGM, 16 Ah.
Which tyres has BMW approved for the R 1200 RT?
From BMW's list: Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Interact M / Roadtec Z8 Interact C, Michelin Pilot Road 4GT.
What tyre sizes does the BMW R 1200 RT use?
Front 120/70 R17, rear 180/55 R17.