2004 r1150r motorcycle with only 2400 miles on it. Throttle stuck going into a sharp turn. Handle moved but engine speed did not decrease. I sustained major injuries (back broken in two places and 5 broken ribs) and the bike was totalled. My full face helmet and 13 days in icu saved my life.
The worst 2004 BMW R1200 RT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
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- Acceleration1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 BMW R1200 RT 47
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...
- Since October 2023, a new maintenance schedule is valid for all K5x models
- Multiple factors may
- BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the...
- Multiple factors may
- Battery empty despite charger.
- BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly...
- When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle...
- The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button
- BMW Motorrad has ascertained that incorrect usage, such as overloading, can result in the threaded...
What 2004 BMW R1200 RT owners say
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Questions about the 2004 BMW R1200 RT
Is the 2004 BMW R1200 RT reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 BMW R1200 RT, fewer than a typical R1200 RT model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 BMW R1200 RT?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2004 BMW R1200 RT have?
No recalls on record.
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