MYRModel Year Report

2015 BMW R 1200 RT

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2015 BMW R 1200 RT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:38.796Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 21 complaints 2008: 9 complaints 2008 2009: 23 complaints 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2012: 11 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2 2016: 1 complaint
2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2005 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 21 complaints 2007 2008: 9 complaints 2008 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 11 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2 2016: 1 complaint 2016
2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2005 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 21 complaints 2007 2008: 9 complaints 2008 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 10 complaints 2011 2012: 11 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2 2016: 1 complaint 2016

2015: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20041
200510
200617
200721
20089
200923
20105
201110
201211
20136
20146
20152
20161

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Show complaint excerpts

When starting my BMW motorcycle it normally can be started in two modes: (1) in neutral or (2) In gear with the clutch handle pulled back to the handlebar and the clutch disengaged.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-08-18

Also filed under Electrical system

Suspension

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

Show complaint excerpts

After first 200 miles oil was observed leaking from the rear shock dynamic esa system. Confirmed by dealership and approved for replacement.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-17

Electrical system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2015 BMW R 1200 RT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2015 BMW R 1200 RT 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 2015 BMW R 1200 RT?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 BMW R 1200 RT have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.