2011 Bmw K1300 S
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2011 Bmw K1300 S has 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 5. The most common issue is electrical problems (40% of all complaints), specifically: coming to red stop light motorcycle stalled when pulling the clutch lever in. 4 times in less than 200 miles. no dash lights illuminated indicating malfunction or bulb checks. headlight went out. tachometer is analog and does not read below 1,000 rpm making it difficult to tell that way that e. There is 1 recall issued for this model year.
5
Total Complaints
1
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
1.0x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 4 of 4)
ELECTRICAL
2 complaints- • COMING TO RED STOP LIGHT MOTORCYCLE STALLED WHEN PULLING THE CLUTCH LEVER IN. 4 TIMES IN LESS THAN 200 MILES. NO DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INDICATING MALFUNCTION OR BULB CHECKS. HEADLIGHT WENT OUT. TACHOMETER IS ANALOG AND DOES NOT READ BELOW 1,000 RPM MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO TELL THAT WAY THAT E
- • WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE IS FULLY WARMED UP AND TURNED OFF BRIEFLY IT FREQUENTLY WILL NOT RESTART. THE STARTER MOTOR STRUGGLES TO CRANK A LITTLE BUT THE ENGINE DOES NOT TURN OVER. AN HOUR OF COOLING DOWN AND IT WILL START. HAS OCCURRED MANY TIMES OVER OWNERSHIP SINCE NEW.
“COMING TO RED STOP LIGHT MOTORCYCLE STALLED WHEN PULLING THE CLUTCH LEVER IN. 4 TIMES IN LESS THAN 200 MILES. NO DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INDICATING MALFUNCTION OR BULB CHECKS. HEADLIGHT WENT OUT. TACHOMETER IS ANALOG AND DOES NOT READ BELOW 1,000 RPM MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO TELL THAT WAY THAT E”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Recalls (1)
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 MOTORCYCLES. THE BEARINGS COULD BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION. THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED MOVEMENT OF THE LINK LEVER.
Risk: THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Fix: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2011 Bmw K1300 S
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Bmw K1300 S Service Intervals
Condition-Based Service (CBS) tells you exactly when service is due. Transmission fluid was labeled 'lifetime' but many owners service at 60K-100K.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Bmw New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
Corrosion is unlimited miles for 12 years
These are the terms for a new Bmw. If you're buying a used 2011 K1300 S, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Bmw dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 5 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ELECTRICAL: COMING TO RED STOP LIGHT MOTORCYCLE STALLED WHEN PULLING THE CLUTCH LEVER IN. 4 TIMES IN LESS THAN 200 MILES. NO DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INDICATING MALFUNCTION OR BULB CHECKS. HEADLIGHT WENT OUT. TACHOMETER IS ANALOG AND DOES NOT READ BELOW 1,000 RPM MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO TELL THAT WAY THAT E
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: COMING TO RED STOP LIGHT MOTORCYCLE STALLED WHEN PULLING THE CLUTCH LEVER IN. 4 TIMES IN LESS THAN 200 MILES. NO DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INDICATING MALFUNCTION OR BULB CHECKS. HEADLIGHT WENT OUT. TACHOMETER IS ANALOG AND DOES NOT READ BELOW 1,000 RPM MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO TELL THAT WAY THAT E
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐TRANSMISSION: COMING TO RED STOP LIGHT MOTORCYCLE STALLED WHEN PULLING THE CLUTCH LEVER IN. 4 TIMES IN LESS THAN 200 MILES. NO DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INDICATING MALFUNCTION OR BULB CHECKS. HEADLIGHT WENT OUT. TACHOMETER IS ANALOG AND DOES NOT READ BELOW 1,000 RPM MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO TELL THAT WAY THAT E
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: WHEN APPROACHING A RED STOP LIGHT AND PULLING IN THE CLUTCH, THE ENGINE OCCASIONALLY STALLS. HAS OCCURRED MANY TIMES OVER OWNERSHIP SINCE NEW.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Bmw dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Bmw K1300 S — Year Comparison
How does 2011 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 5
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