BMW have finally announced the new 2026 R1300RT, following on from their usual release process of R1300GS, then R1300GSA, then R1300RT.

They announced it this afternoon and released a video on YouTube:

At first glance it’s very angular, and I’m in two minds as to whether I like it.  It also comes with Automated Shift Assistant, i.e. automatic control of the clutch and gears, with a ‘manual’ or ‘dynamic’ mode, which will no doubt be an option as it is on the R1300GS/GSA.

I’m also certain that Alison will love the option of the heated backrest and grips…

I’ve just spent a few minutes on the configurator to spec one up to similar spec to my R1250RT and it comes in at £24,461.