Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to De Thomasi's East 5 Points Inn, Vineland, NJ on November 18, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the 4th motorcycle run of the 2018-2019 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to De Thomasi's East 5 Points Inn, Vineland, NJ, on November 18, 2018.

Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to The Eagles, Bridgewater, NJ, on November 11, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the third motorcycle run of the 2018-2019 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to The Eagles, Bridgewater, NJ, on November 11, 2018.

Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to Irish Eyes Pub, Lewes, DE, on November 4, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the second motorcycle run of the 2018-2019 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to Irish Eyes Pub, Lewes, DE, on November 4, 2018.

Harley-Davidson Recalls 2017-2018 Police Road King (FLHP), Road King (FLHR), Road King Special (FLHRXS), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Ultra Limited Shrine (FLHTK SHRINE), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Road Glide Ultra (FLTRU), Road Glide (FLTRX), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), Freewheeler (FLRT), Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG), CVO Limited (FLHTKSE) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE) motorcycles, 2017 Softail Slim S (FLSS), Fat Boy S (FLSTFBS) and CVO Pro Street Breakout (FXSE) motorcycles, 2018 115th Anniversary Ultra Limited (FLHTK ANV), 115th Anniversary Street Glide (FLHX ANV), 115th Anniversary Street Glide Special (FLHXS ANX), 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG ANV), 115th Anniversary CVO Limited (FLHTKSE ANV) and CVO Road Glide (FLTRXSE) motorcycles. The secondary clutch actuator cylinder may leak fluid internally and the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch.

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Police Road King (FLHP), Road King (FLHR), Road King Special (FLHRXS), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU), Ultra Limited (FLHTK), Ultra Limited Low (FLHTKL), Ultra Limited Shrine (FLHTK SHRINE), Police Electra Glide (FLHTP), Street Glide (FLHX), Street Glide Special (FLHXS), Road Glide Ultra (FLTRU), Road Glide (FLTRX), Road Glide Special (FLTRXS), Freewheeler (FLRT), Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG), CVO Limited (FLHTKSE) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE) motorcycles, 2017 Softail Slim S (FLSS), Fat Boy S (FLSTFBS) and CVO Pro Street Breakout (FXSE) motorcycles, 2018 115th Anniversary Ultra Limited (FLHTK ANV), 115th Anniversary Street Glide (FLHX ANV), 115th Anniversary Street Glide Special (FLHXS ANX), 115th Anniversary Tri Glide Ultra (FLHTCUTG ANV), 115th Anniversary CVO Limited (FLHTKSE ANV) and CVO Road Glide (FLTRXSE) motorcycles.

The secondary clutch actuator cylinder may leak fluid internally and the clutch master cylinder may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch.

If the clutch cannot be disengaged it can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

177,636 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run To Cape May V. F. W. in Cape May, N.J. on October 28, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the first motorcycle run of the 2018-2019 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to the Cape May V.F.W., Cape May, NJ, on October 28, 2018.

Suzuki Recalls 2017-2018 DL650A, DL650XA, GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000R, and 2018 GSX-S750 Motorcycles. During Installation, the Fuel Pump O-Ring May Have Been Twisted, Reducing the Sealing Performance and Possibly Resulting In a Fuel Leak.

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Suzuki DL650A, DL650XA, GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000R, and 2018 GSX-S750 motorcycles.

During installation, the fuel pump O-ring may have been twisted, reducing the sealing performance and possibly resulting in a fuel leak.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

6,928 units are affected.

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Yamaha Recalls 2015-2018 SR400 Motorcycles. The Engine Oil Line Flare Nut May Be Insufficiently Tightened, Allowing Oil To Leak Onto the Rear Tire That Can Cause a Loss Of Control.

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha SR400 motorcycles.

The engine oil line flare nut may be insufficiently tightened, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire.

An oil leak onto the rear tire can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

1,902 units are affected.

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Yamaha Recalls 2012-2013 XTZ12 Super Tenere Motorcycles. A Gap May Develop In the Protective Sealant Where the Lead Wires Of the Accelerator Position Sensor (APS) and Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) Connect To the Electronic Control Unit (ECU). This May Cause Corrosion On the Wires.

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Yamaha XTZ12 Super Tenere motorcycles.

Over time, a gap may develop in the protective sealant where the lead wires of the accelerator position sensor (APS) and throttle position sensor (TPS) connect to the electronic control unit (ECU). This may cause corrosion on the wires, preventing the engine from returning to idle after the throttle is released.

If the engine does not return to idle when the throttle is released, it can lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

4,736 units are affected.

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Honda Recalls 2018 CRF250L Motorcycles. The Wiring Harness May Have Been Inappropriately Installed, Potentially Resulting In Damage To the Wiring Harness and Affecting the Operation Of Safety Components Such As the Exterior Lighting, Horn, and Instrument Panel.

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda CRF250L motorcycles.

The wiring harness may have been inappropriately installed, potentially resulting in damage to the wiring harness and affecting the operation of safety components such as the exterior lighting, horn, and instrument panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and 123, "Motorcycle Control Displays."

Lack of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to traffic. A non-functioning horn can cause the inability to alert traffic of an impending crash, and a non-functioning instrument panel will not display the speed or fuel level. A damaged wiring harness can also result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

505 units are affected.

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Fuel Helmets Recalls 2015-2017 Open Face Motorcycle Helmets. These Helmets May Not Adequately Protect the Wearer's Head In the Event Of an Impact.

Fuel Helmets (Fuel) is recalling certain Open Face helmets, part number SH-OF0016 in size Large and SH-OF0017 in size Extra Large manufactured June 2015-April 2017.

The affected helmets may not adequately protect the wearer's head in the event of an impact, and an object may penetrate the helmet.

As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

A helmet that fails to meet the safety requirements can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

20,009 units are affected.

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Kawasaki Recalls 2018 Ninja H2 SX SE (ZXT02BJ) Motorcycles. The Pin For the Center Stand Spring May Have Been Improperly Welded, and May Shift Or Fall Off Resulting In the Spring Detaching and the Center Stand Dropping To the Ground.

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE (ZXT02BJ) motorcycles.

The pin for the center stand spring may have been improperly welded, and, as a result, the pin may shift or fall off resulting in the spring detaching and the center stand dropping to the ground unexpectedly and dragging while riding.

The dragging center stand can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

390 units are affected.

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Akoury Recalls AK AK88S Motorcycle Helmets. These Helmets May Not Adequately Protect the Wearer In the Event Of a Head Impact During a Motorcycle Crash.

Akoury is recalling certain AK AK88S motorcycle helmets, sizes XS, S, M, L, and XL.

These helmets may not adequately protect the wearer in the event of a head impact during a motorcycle crash.

As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

A helmet that does not adequately protect the wearer from an impact can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

108 units are affected.

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Polaris Recalls 2017-2019 Slingshot S, SL, GT LE, and SLR Motorcycles. In the Event Of a Crash, the Seatbelt Retractor On the Side Opposite Of the Impact May Separate, Preventing the Seatbelt From Locking.

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Polaris Slingshot S, Slingshot SL, Slingshot GT LE, and Slingshot SLR motorcycles.

In the event of a crash, the seatbelt retractor on the side opposite of the impact may separate, preventing the seatbelt from locking.

In the event of a crash, if the seat belt does not lock, the occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.

10,658 units are affected.

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Honda Recalls Honda Genuine Accessory Centerstand Kit For 2016-2018 Africa Twin Motorcycles. The Circlip Can Break Allowing the Centerstand To Detach.

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain Honda Genuine Accessory Centerstand Kits, part number 08M70-MJP-G50, sold for possible installation on 2016-2018 Africa Twin motorcycles. The circlip can break allowing the centerstand to detach.

If the centerstand detaches while moving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. If the centerstand detaches while the motorcycle is parked on the centerstand, the motorcycle can fall over, increasing the risk of injury.

2,933 units are affected.

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H&H Sports Protection Recalls VCAN V531 Motorcycle Helmets Since They May Not Stay Secured To the Rider's Head In the Event Of a Crash

H&H Sports Protection (H&H Sports) is recalling certain VCAN V531 motorcycle helmets in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL.

The helmet straps may not be properly sewn and, as a result, the helmets may not stay secured to the rider's head in the event of a crash.

Additionally, the labels have an incorrect manufacturer's name. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

A helmet that does not remain secured to the rider's head will not adequately protect the wearer in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

4,314 units are affected.

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Alta Recalls 2018-2019 Redshift MXR and 2019 Redshift EXR Electric Motorcycles. The Software For the Throttle Control May Fault If the Throttle Is Rolled Forward Past the Closed Position, Possibly Resulting In a Motorcycle Stall.

Alta Motors (Alta) is recalling certain 2019 Alta Redshift EXR and 2018-2019 Alta Redshift MXR motorcycles.

The software for the throttle control may fault if the throttle is rolled forward past the closed position, possibly resulting in a motorcycle stall.

215 units are affected.

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Ducati Recalls 2018 Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard Motorcycles Since the Friction Material On the Rear Brake Pads May Detach From the Backing Plate.

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard motorcycles.

The friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.

If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

72 units are affected.

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Yamaha Recalls 2018 MT-07J, MT-07JC, XSR700J, and XSR700JC Motorcycles For Loose Chain Guard

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018 Yamaha MT-07J, MT-07JC, XSR700J, and XSR700JC motorcycles.

The bolts that connect the drive chain guard to the swingarm may loosen, possibly causing the chain guard to contact the drive chain and break.

If the chain guard breaks, it may fall onto the road, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

3,493 units are affected.

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Badass Helmet Company Recalls Trooper TR001.6 Motorcycle Helmets Since These Helmets May Not Adequately Protect the Wearer In the Event Of a Head Impact During a Motorcycle Crash

Badass Helmet Company (Badass) is recalling certain Trooper motorcycle helmets, model TR001.6, in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, and 2XL.

These helmets may not adequately protect the wearer in the event of a head impact during a motorcycle crash and they may not stay secured to the rider's head. Additionally, the label inside the helmet may be incorrect in that it does not list the actual helmet manufacturer and does not list the model of the helmet. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

762 units are affected.

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MV Agusta Recalls 2018 Brutale 800 Dragster RC, F3 800RC, and F3 800 Motorcycles For a Fork Axle Carrier That May Have Damaged Threads

MV Agusta USA, LLC (MV Agusta) is recalling certain 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC, F3 800RC, and F3 800 motorcycles.

These vehicles are equipped with a fork axle carrier that may have damaged threads which can cause excessive play of the wheel clamping screw.

Wheel clamping screws that experience excessive play can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

22 units are affected.

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Suzuki Recalls 2018 DR-Z400S and DR-Z400SM Motorcycles For Brake Lights That May Not Illuminate.

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2018 Suzuki DR-Z400S and DR-Z400SM motorcycles.

During assembly the resin that fills the rear brake stop lamp switch may have adhered to the internal contacts, which can prevent the brake lamp from illuminating.

If the brake lights do not illuminate, it can increase the risk of a crash.

191 units are affected.

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BMW Recalls 2017-2018 G310R and 2018 G310GS Motorcycles For a Damaged Side Stand.

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2018 BMW G310R and 2018 BMW G310GS motorcycles.

Over time, repeated use and loading of the side stand could cause damage to the side stand and the motorcycle's frame.

Damage to the side stand and/or frame may result in the motorcycle unexpectedly falling over while it is stationary, increasing the risk of injury.

2,376 units are affected.

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Indian Recalls 2017-2018 Scout, Scout 60, and Scout Bobber Motorcycles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) May Have Air Left In the System After the Assembly Process..

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, and Scout Bobber motorcycles.

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may have air left in the system after the assembly process.

Air in the brake system can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

4,185 units are affected.

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Ducata Recalls 2017-2018 Supersport and Supersport S Motorcycles. The Airbox Blow-by and Fuel Tank Overfill Hoses May Be Routed Too Close To the Exhaust Manifold, Which May Cause the Hoses To Melt.

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ducati Supersport, and Supersport S motorcycles.

The Airbox blow-by and fuel tank overfill hoses may be routed too close to the exhaust manifold, which may cause the hoses to melt.

If the hoses melt, it can cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

1,462 units are affected.

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Polaris Recalls 2017-2018 Slingshot, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, Slingshot SL Icon, and Slingshot GT LE Motorcycles. The Brake Pedals May Have Been Incorrectly Installed, Allowing the Brake Pedal To Separate From the Brake Master Cylinder

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Polaris Slingshot, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, Slingshot SL Icon, and Slingshot GT LE motorcycles.

The brake pedals may have been incorrectly installed, allowing the brake pedal to separate from the brake master cylinder.

If the brake pedal separates from the brake master cylinder, it would cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

4,342 units are affected.

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Triumph Recalls 2018 Street Triple R, Street Triple R - Low Seat, and Street Triple RS Motorcycles Since Water May Get Into the Left-hand Combination Switch On the Handlebar and Cause the Turn Signal Switch and the Headlight Switch To Malfunction

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2018 Street Triple R, Street Triple R - Low Seat and Street Triple RS motorcycles.

Water may get into the left-hand combination switch on the handlebar and cause the turn signal switch and the headlight switch to malfunction.

If the turn signal and headlight switches do not function properly, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

1,242 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Best Pictures and Videos of the 2017-2018 Riding Season

Check out pictures and videos of the Polar Bear Grand Tour Best Pictures of the 2017-2018 riding season.

Polar Bear Grand Tour To the End of the Season Get-Together at the Pic-A-Lilli Inn on May 5, 2018

Check out pictures of the End of the Season Get-Together of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour at the Pic-A-Lilli Inn on May 5, 2018.

Ducati Recalls 2018 Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale Motorcycles For Fuel That May Spray Out Of the Gas Tank When the Tank Cap Is Opened

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles.

Fuel may spray out of the gas tank when the tank cap is opened.

If fuel spills out of the tank when it is opened, it can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

692 units are affected.

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Ducati Recalls 2018 Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale Motorcycles Since Fuel May Leak From the Gas Tank's Internal Breathing System Valve Plug

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles.

Fuel may leak from the gas tank's internal breathing system valve plug.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

692 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to the Cape May V.F.W., Cape May, NJ, on April 29, 2018

Check out pictures of the 24th and last motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to the Cape May V.F.W., Cape May, NJ, on April 29, 2018.

Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run To The Plumsted Grill, Cream Ridge, NJ, on April 22, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the 23rd motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to The Plumsted Grill, Cream Ridge, NJ, on April 22, 2018.

Badass Helmet Company Recalls Metalhead 2.5 Motorcycle Helmets Since These Helmets May Not Adequately Protect the Wearer In the Event Of a Head Impact During a Motorcycle Crash

Badass Helmet Company (Badass Helmet) is recalling certain Metalhead 2.5 helmets. These helmets may not adequately protect the wearer in the event of a head impact during a motorcycle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

A helmet that fails to meet the safety requirements can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

64 units are affected.

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Indian Recalls 2018 Indian Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Chieftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited, Springfield, and Springfield Dark Horse Motorcycles For Corrosion That May Develop Within the Right Combination Switch

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2018 Indian Chief, Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Chieftain Classic, Chieftain Dark Horse, Chieftain Elite, Chieftain Limited, Springfield, and Springfield Dark Horse motorcycles.

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 and the required safety interlock conditions are met.

If the motorcycle starts unintentionally and is parked in an enclosed space, exposure to carbon monoxide may increase the risk of injury.

3,341 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour To The Hickory BBQ Smokehouse, Kingston, NY On April 15, 2018

Check out pictures of the 22nd motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to The Hickory BBQ Smokehouse, Kingston, NY, on April 15, 2018.

Badass Helmet Company Recalls Rogue Motorcycle Helmets Since These Helmets May Not Adequately Protect the Wearer In the Event Of a Head Impact During a Motorcycle Crash

Badass Helmet Company (Badass Helmet) is recalling certain Rogue helmets.

These helmets may not adequately protect the wearer in the event of a head impact during a motorcycle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

A helmet that fails to meet the safety requirements can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

134 units are affected.

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Brembo Recalls Motorcycle Front Brake Master Cylinders For Cracks

Brembo S.p.A. (Brembo) is recalling certain motorcycle front brake master cylinders, part numbers 10.4623.62 and 10.4623.63. The piston within the front brake master cylinder may crack and fail.

If the front brake master cylinder piston fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.

80,081 units are affected.

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Zero Recalls 2012 S, DS, and DSP Motorcycles. Cell Pouches In the Battery Packs May Wear From Contact With the Holders, Allowing Humidity To Enter the Pouch and Cause an Electrical Short Within the Battery

Zero Motorcycles (Zero) is recalling all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles.

Cell pouches in the battery packs may wear from contact with the holders, allowing humidity to enter the pouch and cause an electrical short within the battery.

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

218 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to Brian's Harley-Davidson, Langhorne, PA, on April 8, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the 21st motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to Brian's Harley-Davidson, Langhorne, PA, on April 8, 2018.

Polaris Recalls 2015-2018 Slingshot Motorcycles. The Driver-Seat and Passenger-Seat Seat Belt and Seat Back Anchoring Bracket May Have Been Improperly Welded

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling all 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles.

The driver-seat and passenger-seat seat belt and seat back anchoring bracket may have been improperly welded. Additionally, differences in the seat assembly may prevent proper latching of the seat slider, allowing the driver's seat to move unexpectedly.

If the seat belt buckle or seat back detach from the seat base, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. If the driver's seat unexpectedly moves, it can cause the driver to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

24,235 units are affected.

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BMW Motorcycles Recalls Accessory Windscreens That Have Extra Tinting That May Reduce the Rider's Visibility

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 831917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8551929, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 S1000XR motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8554726, sold for use on model year 2013-2018 R1200GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8556927, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200RS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8559548, sold for use on model year 2017-2018 R1200GS motorcycles and Windscreen model number 8561755, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F800GS motorcycles.

These windscreens have extra tinting on them that may reduce the rider's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."

The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

1,571 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run To Chatterbox, Augusta, NJ, on March 25, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the 20th motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to Chatterbox, Augusta, NJ, on March 25, 2018.

Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to Long Valley Pub & Brewery, Long Valley, NJ, on March 18, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the 19th motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to Long Valley Pub & Brewery, Long Valley, NJ, on March 18, 2018.

Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run To Lighthouse Tavern, Waretown, NJ, on March 11, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the 18th motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to Lighthouse Tavern, Waretown, NJ, on March 11, 2018.

Harley-Davidson Recalls Detachable Saddlebags For a Saddlebag Latching Arm That May Disengage

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain Detachable Saddlebags, part numbers 90201561, 90201645, 90501552, 90201644, 90201555, and 90201513.

The saddlebag latching arm, part number 90200481, may disengage, allowing the saddlebag to separate from the motorcycle while riding.

If the saddlebag separates from the motorcycle while riding, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

895 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run To Bahr's Landing, Highlands, NJ, on March 4, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the 17th motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to Bahr's Landing, Highlands, NJ, on March 4, 2018.

Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run To Hooters, Wayne, NJ, on February 25, 2018

Check out pictures of the 16th motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to Hooters, Wayne, NJ, on February 25, 2018.

Fuel Helmets Recalls SH-HHGL1 Small Motorcycle Helmets For a Strap That May Fail In Low Or High Temperatures

Fuel Helmets (Fuel) is recalling certain SH-HHGL1 helmets, size small.

The strap that secures the helmet to the rider's head may fail in low or high temperatures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

If the helmet strap fails to keep the helmet secured in the event of a crash, the rider has an increased risk of injury.

0 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run To The Exchange, Rockaway, NJ, on February 18, 2018

Check out pictures of the 15th motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to The Exchange, Rockaway, NJ, on February 18, 2018.

Kawasaki Recalls 2016-2018 ZX-10R and ZX-10RR (ZX1000R, ZX1000S, and ZX1000Z) Motorcycles. A High Impact Force May Cause the Transmission Gears To Break During Shifting.

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2016-2018 ZX-10R and ZX-10RR (ZX1000R, ZX1000S, and ZX1000Z) motorcycles.

A high impact force may cause the transmission gears to break during shifting.

If the transmission gears break it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

3,964 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to O'Connor's American Bar & Grill, Eastampton TWP, NJ on February 11, 2018

Check out pictures of the fourteenth motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to O'Connor's American Bar & Grill, Eastampton TWP, NJ on February 11, 2018.

Triumph Recalls 2016-2018 Thruxton and Thruxton R Motorcycles Since the Engine May Stall If the Throttle Is Open Or Closed Quickly While the Clutch Lever Is Pulled In

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton and Thruxton R motorcycles.

The engine may stall if the throttle is open or closed quickly while the clutch lever is pulled in.

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

2,824 units are affected.

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Harley-Davidson Recalls All 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC Motorcycles Equipped With Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) For a Valve Within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit That May Stick Due To Delayed Maintenance

Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all 2008-2011 Touring, CVO Touring and VSRC motorcycles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), including Road King (FLHR), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHP), Road King Police (EFI) (FLHPE), Electra Glide Standard Police (EFI) (FLHTP), Electra Glide Classic (EFI) (FLHTC), Electra Glide Ultra Classic (EFI) (FLHTCU) and Street Glide (EFI) (FLHX), 2008 VROD (VRSCAWA), CVO Road King 4 (FLHRSE4), Night Rod (VRSCDA), CVO Ultra Classic 3 (FLHTCUSE3), Night Rod Special (VRSCDXA), 2008-2010 Road King Classic (EFI) (FLHRC), 2008-2009 Road Glide (EFI) (FLTR) and Electra Glide Standard (EFI) (FLHT), 2009-2010 V-Rod (VRSCAW), 2009 CVO Ultra Classic (FLHTCUSE4) and CVO Road Glide 3 (FLTRSE3), 2009-2011 Night Rod Special (VRSCDX) and V-Rod Muscle (VRSCF), 2010 CVO Ultra Classic 5 (FLHTCUSE5) and CVO Street Glide (FLHXSE), 2010-2011 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (FLHTK) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX), 2011 Road Glide Ultra 103 (FLTRU103), Street Glide 103 (FLHX103), Road King Classic 103 (FLHRC103), CVO Ultra Classic 6 (FLHTCUSE6), CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE), Road Glide Custom 103 (FLTRX103), and CVO Street Glide 2 (FLHXSE2) motorcycles.

Deposits may form on components within the brake system if the DOT 4 brake fluid is not replaced for a prolonged period of time beyond the 2-year maintenance schedule specified in the Owner's Manual.

These deposits may cause a valve within the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit to stick, reducing braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

174,636 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to the Franklin House Tavern, Schaefferstown, PA on February 4, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the thirteenth motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to the Franklin House Tavern, Schaefferstown, PA on February 4, 2018.

Dainese Recalls Model AGV 580 Motorcycle Helmets Since Glue Applied to Screws Securing Chin Base Components May Have Contacted Chin Base and Caused It To Deteriorate Prematurely

Dainese S.p.A (Dainese) is recalling certain AGV Carbon Modular motorcycle full-face, flip-up helmets, model AGV 580.

The glue applied to the screws that secure the chin bar components together may have contacted the chin base polycarbonate material causing it to deteriorate prematurely.

The deteriorated polycarbonate material may result in the chin base detaching during an impact, increasing the risk of injury.

325 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to the Cabin, Freehold, NJ on January 28, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the twelfth motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to the Cabin, Freehold, NJ on January 28, 2018.

Indian Recalls 2015-2017 Roadmaster Motorcycles For Water That May Enter the Trunk Wiring Harness, Potentially Causing the Brake Light To Remain Illuminated

Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Roadmaster motorcycles.

Water may enter the trunk wiring harness, potentially causing the brake light to remain illuminated even when the brakes are not applied.

If the brake light remains illuminated when the brakes are not applied, a vehicle behind the motorcycle may not know when the motorcycle is actually slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

7,392 units are affected.

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KTM Recalls 2015-2016 1290 Super Duke R ABS, 2016 1290 Super Duke R SE ABS and 1290 Super Duke GT ABS and 2017-2018 Super Duke R and 1290 Super Duke GT Motorcycles For the Piston Within the Brembo Front Brake Master Cylinder That May Fail

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 1290 Super Duke R ABS, 2016 1290 Super Duke R SE ABS and 1290 Super Duke GT ABS and 2017-2018 Super Duke R and1290 Super Duke GT motorcycles.

The piston within the Brembo front brake master cylinder may fail.

If the front brake master cylinder piston fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.

2,361 units are affected.

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Suzuki Recalls 2017-2018 GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000A, GSX-R1000RA, and GSX-R1000RZA Motorcycles For a Bad Engine Control Module (ECM) That May Cause High RPM In Neutral If Second Gear Is Not Reached Correctly and Rider Then Tries To Shift Into Second Without First Disengaging the Clutch Thereby Causing the Motorcycle's Chain To Stretch Or Break

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000A, GSX-R1000RA, and GSX-R1000RZA motorcycles.

When upshifting between first and second gear, if the rider fails to engage second gear, a neutral condition will exist and may cause very high engine RPM. If the rider then shifts into second gear without disengaging the clutch, the motorcycle's chain may stretch or break.

If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.

3,097 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to PIC-A-LILLI INN in Shamong, NJ on January 21, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the eleventh motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to PIC-A-LILLI INN in Shamong, NJ on January 21, 2018.

Honda Recalls 2009-2010, 2012-2016 GL1800 Gold Wing Motorcycles That Have Air Bag Inflators Assembled As Part Of the Air Bag Module That May Explode Due To Propellant Degradation

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2010 and 2012-2016 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles.

These motorcycles have air bag inflators assembled as part of the air bag module that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to lower absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the rider resulting in serious injury or death.

960 units are affected.

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Polar Bear Grand Tour to Rhodes North Tavern, Sloatsburg, NY on January 14, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the tenth motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to Rhodes North Tavern, Sloatsburg, NY on January 14, 2018.

Polar Bear Grand Tour Motorcycle Run to The Tilted Kilt, Brunswick Square Mall, East Brunswick, NJ on January 7, 2018

Check out pictures and videos of the ninth motorcycle run of the 2017-2018 Polar Bear Grand Tour season to The Tilted Kilt, Brunswick Square Mall, East Brunswick, NJ on January 7, 2018.