What to do if your BMW G650 wont start?
Remove all fuses except for the big one if not. If the bike starts, slowly put back fuses one by one and see which one kills the bike again. Have you got lights on on your cluster?
What’s the best mileage for a G650 Xcountry?
The best was 79mpg (27.5 kpl) with a few others in the high 70s, so probably not an error.
When did the BMW 650x range come out?
The BMW 650X range came and went between 2007-08. They were light and powerful but early reliability issues as well as a high price saw the models sell poorly and then get dropped.
Why is the BMW key not recognizing the key?
A BMW may show the key symbol on the instrument cluster, PARK light stays on and the engine won’t start if the key is not being recognized. The key may have a slash, line, or exclamation line on top. This problem is because BMW is not recognizing the key which could be due to several reasons as outlined below.
Where is the start button on a BMW?
If your BMW has Start/Stop button, you will need to hold the key next to the steering column where you see a small key symbol. Some BMW models have a slot where you can insert the key for a manual start or press the key against the Stop/Start button.
What to do if your car key wont turn in the ignition?
As long as you can get your key out when your car key won’t turn in the ignition, you should be able to investigate the car key. Try a spare car key, and see if a different key will work. Compare the car key that won’t turn in the ignition. Look at the bitting on the blade of the key for any wear. Examine for any twists, bends, or breaks.
How much does it cost to fix BMW F650 ignition switch?
BMW dealer said they have had 3 F650s towed in during the past month for the same problem (mine is a 1999). Dealer said lock can’t be disassembled, cleaned, and put back in. Have to get a whole new lock for $80 plus about $90 to install, PLUS I get to wait for 2 weeks for the lock to be shipped!