2003 BMW K1200LT power train problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2003 BMW K1200LT — 62% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The final drive differential failed, locked up the rear tire, cause catastrophic loss of control, ejection from the motorcycle at highway speed, and total loss of the machine. The rider suffered moderate injuries, mostly abrasions and bruises, and broken bones. The tire pressures and final drive…”
filed Jun 23, 2013
“Felt a strange vibration. Exited the road at the next exit about a mile down the road. Upon slowing below 20 mph, the vibration increased. Braking was diminished and used down shifting. Pulled over into a parking lot and inspected the motorcycle. Found oil running from the final drive down the…”
filed Jul 5, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other K1200LT years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 K1200LT | 23 | 62% |
| 2001 K1200LT | 12 | 48% |
| 2000 K1200LT | 40 | 78% |
| 1999 K1200LT | 37 | 74% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2003 BMW K1200LT
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.