1998 Bmw Bmw Motorcycle problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (1) · Power Train (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (11)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Fuel System, Other 2007-11-01 · SB-00-021-07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. bmw motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty restrictions. ethanol mixtures in proportions higher than 10% can have an adverse effect on performance and can result in
Power Train:clutch Assembly 1998-12-30 · #2861 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
problem concerning poor clutch disengagement; gearshift difficulties. *yc
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 1998-11-25 · #2855 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
subject on sj engine oil - not approved. *yc
Structure:body 1998-11-13 · #2851 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
subject on tampering / non-bmw approved modifications. *yc
Structure:body 1998-11-11 · #2850 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
information on modification to front brake and clutch systems. *yc
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 1998-10-01 · #2856 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
information regarding reusable valve cover gaskets. *yc
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.