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2005 BMW K1200 S — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

crash1 injured · 2144679 · 2025-10-31

Vehicle

Make
BMW
Model
K1200 S
Year
2005
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Speed
40 mph

Severity

Deaths
0
Injured
1
Fire
No
Crash
Yes
Police report
Yes
Medical attention
Yes
Vehicle towed
Yes

Narrative

*2005 BMW K1200s ABS Power Brake system became and is Intermittent. Is available for inspection. Dealer owner and mechanic stated they were unaware of any said BMW ABS problems * On my birthday , Riding my motorcycle approximately 40mph, no indicator light on, no prier symptoms existed and unaware that the ABS Power Brake system was (off) not operating and as I needed to slow down, the system allowed me to over press/squeeze front power brake lever. Front Power BRAKE turned on and I eminently became a member of The over the Handle Bar's Club. * Woke up in the Hospital with broken Collar Bone, 3 damaged Ribs and a heavy Head Concussion * HPD Officers Report was inadequate

Source

Authoritative
NHTSA ODI Flat-File Downloads
ODI Number
11696711
Machine
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