Faults:

I can't find any flaws in this bike; it's one of the most reliable motorcycles BMW has ever made.

I'd only say its heavy weight, which makes maneuvering at low speeds and while stopped difficult.

Service and maintenance are expensive, with service intervals every 6,000 miles and valve clearance checks at 12,000 miles.

The amount of plastic can make maintenance tasks, such as changing the air filter, frustrating and time-consuming, requiring care to avoid breaking panels.

General Comments:

The BMW K 1200 LT is a very comfortable and reliable touring motorcycle, although it requires some maintenance, such as ABS and brake system maintenance, which can be costly if the modulator fails.

It stands out for its excellent ride comfort, powerful engine, and low center of gravity, making it easy to handle despite its weight. However, it requires experience to operate it properly when stationary, or due to the difficulty of removing plastic parts for maintenance.

Mine is one of the latest models. In my opinion, it's a BMW masterpiece in terms of robust mechanics, refinement, and luxurious finishes unlike anything you've ever seen... and, above all, build quality.

Nothing is perfect, but I wouldn't say it's a particularly problematic model in any way.

Its strong point is certainly its sublime comfort, especially for the passenger, and it lacks a bit in terms of cargo capacity. If you're a little nervous, you'll miss a bit more power, but in return, you get unparalleled finesse...

On the other hand, it's a big bike, and as such, it weighs a lot, but both its electric kickstand and reverse gear will make you smile... and once you get the hang of it, it's surprising.

The luxury details are still remarkable today: central locking from the remote, ground lighting, courtesy lights on the dashboard and top case (plus mirror), and also upholstered inside; super comfortable genuine leather seats, stereo with rear speakers, Xenon, etc... then there are the "usual" cruise control, heated grips and seats, BC, electric screen and navigator.

I think it's the perfect motorcycle for touring, that's what it was designed for. It has everything. The worst thing is the weight when stopped, but if you get the hang of it, you'll master it perfectly.

It has never given me any mechanical problems and I have only had to pay for the corresponding periodic inspections every 6000 miles.

Faults:

Fuel gauge malfunction. If the charcoal filter (canister) becomes clogged, the fuel tank cannot breath. As the fuel pump draws the fuel from the tank, it collapses. The plastic fuel tank makes contact with the cylinder that the float travels in and dents it. If the dent occurs above the float, you are relatively safe. If the opposite occurs, you will most likely run out of fuel and not know why. It is a minor repair, not necessarily requiring new parts. If you do not live in California, it is recommended that the canister be removed or by passed.

The antenna contacts can be lost resulting in poor reception. Again, this is an easy fix, but rather annoying.

General Comments:

Although some owners have complained about moving the bike around parking areas, I have found the bike to feel light and very agile (I should mention that I am younger and taller than the usual owner).

For a touring bike, it is very quick and handles like a dream. It takes turns like a sport bike, and stops on a dime with linked ABS front and rear.

The bike has every feature you can imagine. Heated seats and hand grips. Cruise control. Trip computer. An amazing sound system with optional 6 CD changer. Loads of cargo space. Even reverse. But the greatest feature of all is the adjustable wind screen. With the touch of a button you can adjust the screen up to block the wind and rain, down to give you a blast of fresh air, or anywhere in between to send the wind over you and your passenger.

The bike gets great gas mileage. I average 45 MPG. Maintenance is simple and figure about $35 if you change the oil yourself. BMW does recommend dealer service every 6,000 miles to the tune of $200-$300.

One minor complaint is the speedometer. It is off by an average 5 mph. Research indicated that it can be corrected, but it is a major operation that in this rider's opinion isn't that crucial.