BMW R Nine T: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the BMW R Nine T across 9 model years: 0 owner complaints and 26 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Inspection and Return - Set of Gaskets
- Inspect Vest Heatup EVO Black
- Inspect Base Support
- After quality inspection it has been found that some fuel tanks have metal chips from the…
- After close inspection of the manufacturing process, there is a weld seam at the hollow shaft and crown…
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few…
- BMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to…
- BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the…
- The options in the Reversing Assist Camera menu are greyed out and cannot be adjusted
- The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak
- TEC26 Turbo Charger Return
- Tec25 Wishbone Return
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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 2026-11-04.