BMW BMW Motorcycle Problems by Year
BMW BMW Motorcycle years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical BMW Motorcycle year: 1999, 2000. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 BMW Motorcycle: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 BMW Motorcycle: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 BMW Motorcycle: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2001 BMW Motorcycle: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1997 BMW Motorcycle: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 BMW Motorcycle: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW BMW Motorcycle problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 23 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW BMW Motorcycle model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 BMW Motorcycle | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2000 BMW Motorcycle | 13 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1999 BMW Motorcycle | 13 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1998 BMW Motorcycle | 4 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1997 BMW Motorcycle | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1996 BMW Motorcycle | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1995 BMW Motorcycle | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW BMW Motorcycle years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1999 (13), 2000 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical BMW Motorcycle year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW BMW Motorcycle?
Power Train, with 23 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW BMW Motorcycle have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.