1999 BMW BMW Motorcycle
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1999: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
11 of 13 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit and driveline.
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Transmission shift linkage failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-16
Rear drive failure ona a BMW Motorcycle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-07
Possible design flaw of motorcycle experinced failure on two occasions to gear lever which was caused by a small stone that bounced up on top of a flat portion of the exhaust system located under the engine clutch lever arm and wedged between the...
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-09-30
Wheels
1 of 13 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 BMW K1200LTI. The rear wheel separated from the motorcycle while driving between 20-25 MPH. Consequently he and the passenger were ejected from the motorcycle . Both occupants sustained injuries.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-11-12
Service brakes
1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 BMW BMW Motorcycle — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 BMW BMW Motorcycle reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1999 BMW BMW Motorcycle?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 85% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 BMW BMW Motorcycle have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.