2000 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 PER YEAR
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| 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.
2 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES TOTALLY FAILED WHEN THE ABS WAS USED ON A DIRT ROAD. STANDING ON THE REAR BRAKE FOOT PEDDLE AND SQUEEZING THE FRONT BRAKE HAND LEVER AS HARD AS POSSIBLE HAD NO EFFECT WHATSOEVER. JUST AS IF THEY WERENT EVEN USED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070830
2 of 13 total reports mention: power train.
2 of 13 total reports mention: power train.
1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires.
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CENTER BELT ON TIRE SEPARATED FROM TIRE AND COMPLETE SIDE OF TIRE BLEW OUT. FOR ABOUT 5 TO 10 SECONDS BEFORE THE BLOWOUT IT SOUNDED LIKE I WAS HITTING SMALL ROAD REPAIR RIDGES AND THEN THE TIRE BLEW OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000822
1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MISHLER BMW OF BEAVER DAM, WI INSTALLED A NEW PAIR OF METZLER ME880 TIRES ON MY 2000 BMW K1200 LT MOTORCYCLE RIMS ON AUGUST,5 2005. I INSTALLED THESE RIMS ON AUGUST,6 2005 AND PROCEEDED TO DRIVE APPOX. FIVE MILES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050831
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
FUEL LINE LEAKAGE
MOTORCYCLE FRONT WHEEL SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 BMW BMW Motorcycle — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2000 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 2000 BMW BMW Motorcycle?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 BMW BMW Motorcycle have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.