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2007 BMW G650x Challenge problems

The most common problem on the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge is brakes. Its complaint count is close to a typical G650x Challenge model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
4
Service bulletins
10
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2007 BMW G650x Challenge problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Recalls 4

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported March 11, 2008 · 1,391 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Bmw is recalling 1,391 my 2007 g650x challenge, country, and moto motorcycles. The fuel lines may have been damaged during production, and could develop a leak. The leak could occur either through the fabric inlay at the end of the line, or, through a crack in the actual line.
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel lines free of charge. The recall began during april 2008. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

Recall number 08V106000 · Recall details

Suspension: rearReported March 11, 2008 · 744 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Bmw is recalling 744 my 2007 g650x challenger and country motorcycles. The motorcycles may have had the wrong circular clip installed on the left hand side of the rear wheel bearing guide. This circlip can rub against a spacer bushing, creating metal shavings which may enter the wheel bearing, causing it to fail and the antilock brake system (ABS) may malfunction. This would be indicated by illumination of the ABS warning lamp.
Risk
If this happened, the brakes would remain fully available to slow and stop the motorcycle. Depending on traffic and road conditions as well as a rider's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check and install a correct circlip, along with a new spacer bushing, wheel bearings, and shaft sealing rings free of charge. The recall began during april 2008. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

Recall number 08V111000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported August 22, 2007 · 764 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump wiring set has not been manufactured according to specification. The contacts in the plug for the fuel pump can break.
Risk
The fuel pump will fail and fuel delivery to the engine would cease causing the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump unit wiring set free of charge. The recall began on october 1, 2007. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

Recall number 07V376000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engineReported August 15, 2007 · 173 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, a left-side chain tensioner has been incorrectly installed on the right side. As a result, a hex nut, which is used to secure the chain tensioner, is improperly seated against the tensioner.
Risk
Loosening of the chain tensioner and the rear wheel axle may occur. This could lead to a condition in which the motorcycle is unstable, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new right side chain tensioner free of charge. The recall began on november 13, 2007. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

Recall number 07V367000 · Recall details

See all 4 recalls for the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge

Technical service bulletins for the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge 10

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2007 BMW G650x Challenge owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 2, 2010 · Brakes, Fuel system · 500 miles · 00

Problem in the fuel system for the 3rd time. Problem with the brakes too.

Filed Oct 28, 2008 · Electrical · 700 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 bmw g650x challenge. While riding at any speed the motorcycle randomly shuts off and loses all power, including the brake lights. The failure has occurred twice. The contact considers this to be a safety issue because it could cause a rear end crash while traveling at high speeds. The motorcycle has been towed twice to the bmw dealer and they continue to replace the fuse that has shorted out at the time. They stated that this was the only remedy that could be performed at that moment since the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. The failure mileage was 700 and current mileage was 830. Updated 11-19-08 *bf updated 11/19/08.

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Is the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge, close to a typical G650x Challenge model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge?

Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).

How many recalls does the 2007 BMW G650x Challenge have?

4 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, suspension and engine and engine cooling.

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