AI Damage2007 BMW F800 ST: common problems
Owners of the 2007 BMW F800 ST filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about wheels and suspension. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 11
What fails most often
- 1 Wheels 36% of all complaints
- 2 Suspension 27% of all complaints
- 3 Electrical system 18% of all complaints
- 4 Fuel system 18% of all complaints
- 5 Powertrain 18% of all complaints
- 6 Fuel/propulsion system 9% of all complaints
- 7 Service brakes 9% of all complaints
- 8 Structure 9% of all complaints
- Wheels: 4 complaints (36% of all).
- Suspension: 3 complaints (27% of all).
- Electrical system: 2 complaints (18% of all).
- Fuel system: 2 complaints (18% of all).
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (18% of all).
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 11 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The contact stated that an abnormal sound was coming from the rear wheel bearing with the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact took the motorcycle to Max BMW Motorcycles ([address], Troy, [ZIP]) where he was informed that the wheel bearing might need to be replaced in the near future.
While operating the motorcycle at various speeds, the rear wheel would wobble and vibrate, which made the rear end very unstable. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer (max bmw motorcycles, 845 hoosick st, troy ny) were notified of the failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw f800 st. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, he noticed a chirping sound coming from the rear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis.
The plastic mounting plate holding the fuel pump and fuel gauge sending unit developed a hairline crack. This crack allowed fuel to escape from the tank uncontrolled, which could cause a fire. The motorcycle was parked in the garage, where a gas water heater nearby could have ignited the fumes.
During commuting all lights off, no turn, no stop lights, the bmw canbus switch off computer, speedometr, tachometr and abs stop working. Battery supply/feed only engine, after few minutes engine stops. Burnt smoke and odor come from alternator.
During use last weekend I noticed the drive belt riding abnormally on the rear drive pulley. I disassembled the rear drive on the motorcycle today and found the bearings and rear wheel support shaft in need of complete replacement.
I was told by bmw motorcycles of escondido, ca that the insides appeared to have "welded together" with the bearing and shaft "rusting together." I was told that this had never been an issue with other bikes that they have seen. However, numerous online forums indicate that this is a widely known issue.
Bmw f800st coming off road speed limit 65 mph down ramp slow down to 30 mph bike stalls restart 3 time stall each time park bike ok after 10 min. Happens again next day going around turn stall repeatedly unit bike is park this problem has been reported on by others yet no recall does someone have to get killed first…
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 10,521 of 36,659 model years in the NHTSA data (top 29% most complained about).
On average one model year of the F800 ST has 8 complaints (4 years in the data). This year has 11, above average.
What to check before buying
- Wheels. Wheel runout, cracks, signs of a wheel strike.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW F800 ST?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: wheels, suspension, electrical system. Total complaints: 11. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: smoke, burning smell, fire (18%), stalls while driving (18%), brake failure (9%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2007 BMW F800 ST?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2007 BMW F800 ST from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2007 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-06.