2018 BMW K1600B
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
54% of complaints: power train — 20 distinct reports on file.
27% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file.
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ON (FIRST EVER) RIDE HOME IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE I DROVE ALL HIGHWAY AND WAS HORRIFIED WITH A "DEATH" WOBBLE, ESPECIALLY IN "DIRTY AIR". BIKE ALSO PULLS TO LEFT, ESPECIALLY OVER 40MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180712
PURCHASED THIS NEW BIKE AND WITHIN 600 MILES IT DEVELOPED A FRONT END WOBBLE. THIS IS THE 3RD WEEK IN THE SHOP AND BMW CORPORATE STATES THE ISSUE IS INHERENT TO THE BIKE. BMW CALLED TODAY AND SAID THEY ARE REVIEWING AND MAY GET BACK IN A WEEK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180530
16% of complaints: suspension — 6 distinct reports on file.
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ON (FIRST EVER) RIDE HOME IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE I DROVE ALL HIGHWAY AND WAS HORRIFIED WITH A "DEATH" WOBBLE, ESPECIALLY IN "DIRTY AIR". BIKE ALSO PULLS TO LEFT, ESPECIALLY OVER 40MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180712
11% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Steering Oscillation
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2020 K 1600 GT and 2018-2020 K 1600 GTL and K 1600 B motorcycles. Certain transmission parts may not have been produced to the appropriate hardness level.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift forks, the selector sleeve of 5th/6th gear and the gear wheel of 6th gear, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed November 1, 2019.
Campaign 19V692000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 BMW K1600B — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V692000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2018 BMW K1600B 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 2018 BMW K1600B?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 BMW K1600B have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.