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1995 BMW R1100 RS problems

The most common problem on the 1995 BMW R1100 RS is engine and cooling. Its complaint count is close to a typical R1100 RS model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
1
Worst area
Engine

The worst 1995 BMW R1100 RS problems

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

  • Engine
    1
  • Seats
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    1
  • Seats
    1

Recalls 2

Steering: steering wheel/handle barReported November 22, 1994 · 2,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The adjustable handlebars can crack.
Risk
Cracked handlebars can eventually break affecting control of the motorcycle. This condition can result in loss of control and an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right handlebars and related attachment parts.

Recall number 94V233001 · Recall details

Suspension: frontReported November 22, 1994 · 2,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The nut that secures the front fork lower bridge ball joint to the telelever suspension arm can loosen.
Risk
If the ball joint nut loosens, stability of the motorcycle can be impaired. This condition can result in loss of controland an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball joint nut and secure it with loctite.

Recall number 94V233002 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1995 BMW R1100 RS 1

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

What 1995 BMW R1100 RS owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 10, 2002 · Engine · CA

While driving, case that holds oil in vehicle busted and oil started to spill all over the place. Contacted dealer and the dealer was taking a look at it.*ak

Filed Aug 14, 1996 · Seats · VA

Motorcycle seat is loose, when braking or making quick stop the driver seat moves.

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Questions about the 1995 BMW R1100 RS

Is the 1995 BMW R1100 RS reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1995 BMW R1100 RS, close to a typical R1100 RS model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1995 BMW R1100 RS?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is seats (1).

How many recalls does the 1995 BMW R1100 RS have?

2 recalls, covering steering and suspension.

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