The engine got noisy when I was stopped at a light. There were a couple of clanks. The engine quit never to return. Bmw says the timing chain tensioner failed. The chain slipped. 4 valves are bent and the head is damaged. No word on the pistons yet.
The worst 2015 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter problems
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Recalls 1
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
Technical service bulletins for the 2015 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter 18
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)
- Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster
- Instrument cluster self check is slow
- Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
- During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001
- When an alarm system ( DWA Basic for C650sport and C650 GT) is activated, only the alarm tone sounds
- The airduct on the lower triple clamp is missing
- Adjustment of the windscreen is not possible
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Is the 2015 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2015 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter, fewer than a typical C650 GT Maxi-Scooter model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2015 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
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