1987 BMW R80RT
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1987 BMW R80RT. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1987 BMW R80RT. Newest first.
Front brake hydraulic line may contact and rub against fuel tank or speedometer cable resulting in scuffing and subsequent wearing on brake lines outer surface which could cause a hydraulic fluid leak. consequence of defect: hydraulic fluid leak due to the damaged lines impairs brake performance.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
A spiral hose to protect the brake line from contact will be installed, as well as a hose clamp and support, so brake line will not change.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10030825BMW motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. BMW motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty restrictions. Ethanol mixtures in proportions higher than 10% can have an adverse effect on performance and can result in damage to components that come into contract with fuel. No warranty claims whatsoever for damage caused in this way will be accepted. No model years listed.