This page covers 1 recall and 37 owner complaints for the 2018 BMW K1600b.
The dominant pattern in 2018 BMW K1600B complaints centers on the powertrain, which draws the most reports by a wide margin. Owners frequently describe sudden power loss and throttle response dropping out, sometimes accompanied by a check engine light, with several noting this happens at highway speeds or in traffic. Transmission-related behavior also comes up across multiple reports. The second most-reported area is steering and handling stability: owners consistently describe a side-to-side oscillation or lateral instability that worsens at higher speeds and becomes more pronounced when riding near large vehicles like semi-trucks, with wind turbulence appearing to trigger or amplify the movement. Some owners report the bike drifts from its intended lane during these episodes. A handful of suspension complaints round out the picture, though at lower volume. Several owners also mention difficulty getting repairs completed, citing parts unavailability as an ongoing obstacle to resolving the powertrain issue.
37
Total Complaints
By System
At a glance
What can fail
Certain transmission parts may not have been hardened properly, which can cause two gears to engage at once or damage transmission components.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the shift forks, 5th/6th gear selector sleeve, and 6th gear wheel at no cost.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
