AMA: May is Motorcycle Awareness Month – End Driver Distraction
The American Motorcyclist Association is issuing a special appeal to motorists to be especially aware of motorcycles during May, which is Motorcycle Awareness Month and marks the seasonal return of motorcyclists to the roadways in much of the country.
Indian Recalls 3,341 of its 2018 Motorcycles for ‘Unintended Starting’ Issues
Indian Motorcycle is recalling 3,341 of its 2018 models due to unintended starting issues. Indian says that corrosion may develop within the right combination switch, potentially resulting in the motorcycle starting without the user's intent if the key fob is near the motorcycle.
2012 Zero Motorcycles Recall: 218 Models Recalled for Potential Short & Fire
2012 Zero Motorcycles Recall: Zero has recalled all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles due to possible electrical issues that may cause a fire. The recall affects 218 units.
2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot Recall Due to Seat Problems
Polaris Industries, Inc. is recalling all 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot "autocycles" due to seat issues. Polaris says that 24,235 units are affected.
New University Study Debunks Motorcycle Helmet Neck Injury Risks
A University of Wisconsin School study has debunked the myth of neck injury due to motorcycle helmets.
Riders in crashes who were not wearing helmets suffered cervical spine injuries at a rate twice that of riders who were wearing a helmet.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and ZX-10RR Recalls 3,964 Due to Transmission Issues
Kawasaki has recalled 3,964 of its 2016-2018 ZX-10R and ZX-10RR (ZX1000R, ZX1000S, and ZX1000Z) motorcycles due to possible transmission issues.
Triumph Thruxton Recalls: 2,824 Base and R Models Due to Stalling Problems
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD, has recalled 2,824 of certain 2016-2018 Thruxton and Thruxton R motorcycles due stalling problems.
Harley-Davidson Recalls 174,636 Motorcycles: Possible Brake Failure
Harley-Davidson has recalled 174,636 of its 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC (V-Rod) motorcycles equipped with ABS due to possible brake failure.
KTM Super Duke Now Part of Huge Brembo Front Brake Recall
KTM is yet another manufacturer involved in the huge Brembo front brake recall, and the Austrian company has recalled 2,361 of its Super Duke motorcycles.
Indian Recalls 7,392 Roadmaster Motorcycles due to Wiring issue
Indian Motorcycle Company is recalling 7,392 of its 2015-2017 Roadmaster motorcycles due to wiring issues that cause the brake lights to stay on.
Brembo Brake Recalls Expand to MV Agusta F4 RC and RR Motorcycles
Another motorcycle manufacturer, MV Agusta, has been forced to issue a recall due to Brembo front brake master cylinder pistons that may fail.
Ducati Recalls 8,000 Motorcycles: Brembo Front Brake Defect
Ducati has recalled 8,000 of various 2015-2018 models, including the 1299, Monster 1200, Multistrada, Panigale R, XDaviel S and Scrambler motorcycles.
2016-2017 Aprilia RSV4 & 2017 Tuono Recall | Brake Issues
Piaggio Group Americas has recalled 1,856 of 2016-2017 Aprilia RSV4 motorcycles and 2017 Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 motorcycles due to possible brake failure.
2017 Honda VT1300CX Fury Motorcycle Recall | Fuel Tank Problems
Honda is recalling certain-model 2017 Honda VT1300CX Fury and 2010 and 2016 Honda VT1300CX Fury motorcycles due to fuel-tank issues.
Kawasaki Z125 Pro & Pro KRT Recall Due to Stalling Issues
Kawasaki has recalled 9,914 of its 2017-2018 Z125 PRO & PRO KRT Edition motorcycles due to possible engine stalling.