2000 BMW K 1200 LT problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 51 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.1 times the median K 1200 LT year — the 2000 model ranks #2 of 10 K 1200 LT years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
The trouble concentrates in one system: transmission issues account for 78% of all reports (40 of 51), far ahead of brakes at 5.
51
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
2
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2000 compare to other K 1200 LT years?
What are the most common 2000 BMW K 1200 LT problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 40 | 78% | — flat |
| Brakes | 5 | 10% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 3 | 6% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 3 | 6% | ▲ up |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“2000 K1200LT BMW MOTORCYCLE. REAR END SEAL AND CROWN BEARING FAILED. THIS IS THE SECOND FAILURE OF THE EXACT SAME PARTS ON THIS MOTORCYLE. THE SECOND ONE OCCURRED AFTER ONLY 6,000 MILES ON THE FIRST REPLACEMENT. 1ST-29,000 MILES; 2ND-35,000 MILES. BIKE WOBBLES AND OIL GETS ON THE BRAKES - HAPPENS…”
“FIRST INDICATION OF FAILURE WAS MASSIVE LEAKING OF OIL ON REAR WHEEL AND TIRE, CAUSING INSTABILITY AND REDUCED BRAKING POWER. STOPPED AT GAS STATION AND TRAILERED BIKE TO NEAREST BMW DEALER. DEALER'S ANALYSIS: FINAL (REAR) DRIVE FAILURE. DEALER REPLACED FINAL (REAR) DRIVE AND OIL-SOAKED BRAKE PADS.…”
“FINAL DRIVE FAILURE ON 2000 MODEL BMW K1200LT MOTORCYCLE FAILED AT 27,000 MILES. APPARENT BEARING FAILURE. STOPPED RIDING WHEN FINAL DRIVE NOISE BECAME LOUD, PROBABLY FROM A BEARING FAILURE. *NLM”
2000 BMW K 1200 LT — common questions
Is the 2000 BMW K 1200 LT reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 51 complaints put the 2000 model at #2 of 10 K 1200 LT years. It is one of the K 1200 LT years to avoid.
What are the most common 2000 K 1200 LT problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (40 complaints), brakes (5 complaints), suspension (3 complaints).
Does the 2000 BMW K 1200 LT have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2000 BMW K 1200 LT.
Is the 2000 BMW K 1200 LT under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which BMW K 1200 LT years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the K 1200 LT years to avoid are 1999, 2000, 2002. The cleanest record among K 1200 LT years belongs to 2006.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.