BMW R850 years to avoid
No model year of the BMW R850 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best BMW R850 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
BMW R850 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
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Most common BMW R850 problems
All model years combined.
- Engine1
BMW R850 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | - | 1 | Engine | 1 | 0 |
Recalls 1
Questions about the BMW R850
What years of the BMW R850 should you avoid?
No single model year of the BMW R850 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used BMW R850?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the BMW R850?
Engine, with 1 complaints.
How many recalls does the BMW R850 have?
1 recall between 1997 and 1997. The 1997 model year has the most, with 1.
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