BMW R 18 Classic Service Bulletins
14 manufacturer communications on file.
- June 11, 2025•Document ID: 11019584Warranty Program/ExtensionELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC040125
- Date Added:
- June 17, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW Motorrad has become aware of a potential corrosion issue with the reverser control unit for R 18 motorcycles with the reverser option from the factory.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - April 26, 2025•Document ID: 11017294Service CampaignPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC330322
- Date Added:
- April 29, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe taper spline between the driveshaft and the rear drive assembly were assembled dry on certain vehicles. This could result in rust to form.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - January 11, 2024•Document ID: 10249027Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611305
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdischarged batteryâ complaints.
Associated Products (194)Associated Documents - September 29, 2023•Document ID: 10242967Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MCAS4023
- Date Added:
- October 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing.
Associated Products (56)Associated Documents - October 1, 2022•Document ID: 10227578Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M410122
- Date Added:
- December 12, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - September 7, 2022•Document ID: 10225135Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC330322
- Date Added:
- October 31, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe taper spline between the driveshaft and the rear drive assembly were assembled dry on certain vehicles. This could result in rust to form.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - June 14, 2022•Document ID: 10218394Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB710222
- Date Added:
- August 22, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: REPLACE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - May 26, 2022•Document ID: 10214998Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB710222
- Date Added:
- July 5, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryREPLACE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - December 13, 2021•Document ID: 10206760Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC060321
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOn K34 and K35 motorcycles, the battery must be removed to access and test the wiring at the DME (engine control unit).
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - September 14, 2021•Document ID: 10204671Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC130721
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomer may complain of a noisy fuel pump. The drive frequency of the fuel pump may cause a resonance.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - July 13, 2021•Document ID: 10201170Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC610821
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - June 30, 2021•Document ID: 10200266Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC630221
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBrackets holding the front LED turn signals are susceptible to rust with exposure to moisture.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - June 30, 2021•Document ID: 10200265Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC630121
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIn very rare instances, only the dipped beams (low beams) may be functional; during that time, other ligght functions are no longer available
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - June 23, 2021•Document ID: 10200254Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC000621
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and newer BMW Motorcycles from the time of retail up to the first scheduled ?break in? service are eligible.
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