Engine stalled in traffic. Happened when slowing to a stop. Happens when engine has warmed up.
The worst 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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- Engine20
- Fuel system10
- Electrical4
- Acceleration3
- Body2
- Transmission2
- Steering1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter
Recalls 3
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW C600 Sport and C650 Sport and 2013-2019 C650 GT scooters. Repeated turning of the handlebars to the left most position may cause the front brake hose to crack and leak over time.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake hose, adding an additional protective sleeve that will cover the hose connection fitting, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417. Note: This recall includes scooters previously recalled under 15V‑738.
Recall number 19V157000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 14V264000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
- Risk
- An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 14V065000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter 23
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models
- SVA! infotext is displayed in instrument cluster (see attachment)
- Butt connector for repairing a plug connection
- Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster
- Instrument cluster self check is slow
- Visual Inspection of Brake discs/Rotors for new car deliveries
- The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to...
- Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc
- Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
What 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW C650 GT Motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the chain started making an abnormally loud sound before the motorcycle lost motive power. There were no warning lights illuminated. The motorcycle was taken back to the residence. The motorcycle was not taken to a local mechanic or dealer. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacture was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,117.
Side stand slowly started to loosening then just broke bolt off Stand connected to under bike it snapped.
After completing a turn onto city street it just quit as if you hit the kill switch. I was 3 miles from home and it did this again twice before I reached home. It failed to start again at the gated entrance. At this point when I tried to restart it had lost all compression. Clear to me that the recall on that issue was the problem. I pushed it the rest of the way home.
Vehicle stalls at low speeds. Will surge at low speeds. Will stall out when doing less than 15 MPH or giving no throttle. Will stall when vehicle is stopped for traffic or parking it. Has been to the dealer twice for repairs with negative results. They claim it's a computer issue. They fail to repair it. See c650gt blog for others with the same problem: http://www.webbikeworld.com/bmw-c-650-gt/blog.htm#stalling
Bike stalling at low speed and without warning. Was in slow moving traffic and went to accelerate and bike stalled. In order to restart, need to apply brake and start. Truck behind almost rear ended me as I was restarting. The bike has stalled several times in the past 3 days, all at low speed and coasting.
Fuel gauge does not update after a fillup. If the gauge indicated 1/2 before fueling, it will continue to indicate 1/2 after filling up. Sometimes it will indicate some change, but seldom accurately. Example: the unit is filled up, but indicates 3/4. Just happened to me yesterday. Bmw denies this is happening.
Vehicle stall occasionally at low speed/low idle...
Has happen a number of times where the engine stalls while reducing rpms. Concerned if on highway and engine stops.
The scooter is stalling during low-throttle or idle situations such as stoplights and slow-speed maneuvers, slow speed turns etc. The issue is documented in a few online articles. Http://www.scooterfile.com/recalls/bmw-scooter-stalling-issues/ http://www.webbikeworld.com/bmw-c-650-gt/bmw-scooter-stalling-problem.htm.
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Questions about the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter
Is the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter reliable?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter, 5.0 times a typical C650 GT Maxi-Scooter model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter?
Engine and cooling, with 20 complaints, typically around 847 miles. Next is fuel system (10).
How many recalls does the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have?
3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling and electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V264000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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