When applyng the brakes at 60mph thebrakes failed to perform, and the motorcycle crashed into a wall. The dealer did not find anything wrong.
The worst 1991 BMW K100 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
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- Brakes1
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: pads
- What is wrong
- The bonding technique used between the pad and the backing plate can result in a porous joint layer which water and salt can penetrate, resulting in corrosion of the backing plate.
- Risk
- The front brake pads can separate partially or completelyfrom the corroded backing plate, resulting in decreased stopping ability and apossible vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the front brake pads with new pads utilizing a different bonding method which ensures a non-porous joint layer to prevent water and salt penetration of the backing plate.
Recall number 92V081000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 BMW K100 3
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What 1991 BMW K100 owners say
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Questions about the 1991 BMW K100
Is the 1991 BMW K100 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1991 BMW K100, close to a typical K100 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 BMW K100?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1991 BMW K100 have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1991 BMW K100 brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 92V081000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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