As BMW has rolled out new products, many traditionalists have been perplexed by the revolutionary nature of new models. The debut of the R1200 RT will undoubtedly have the same effect on many who have grown to appreciate the lauded RT models up to the 2005 model year. First impressions raise questions about whether the R1200 RT will be more biased towards luxury touring than today’s sport-touring-oriented RT model. If this proves to be true, BMW will also offer the all-new R1200 ST, which may explain how the lineup is being modified.