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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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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The rear side reflex reflectors on these vehicles may not be properly visible in certain traffic conditions. 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."
1,478 units are affected.
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The bolts that connect the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen.
If the right-side pivot pin loosens, the handling and stability of the motorcycle may be affected, increase the risk of a crash.
3,368 units are affected.
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While being used in a special operating mode, the brake lights on these motorcycles may not illuminate when the brakes are applied. 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."
If the brake light does not illuminate, other drivers may not know that the motorcycle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
911 units are affected.
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When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. 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."
If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
29,281 units are affected.
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One of the bolts on the rear suspension deflection lever may loosen and adversely affect the handling of the motorcycle.
If the bolt loosens and affects the motorcycle's handling, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
21 units are affected.
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The affected motorcycles may stall during operation due to an engine control unit (ECU) software issue.
If the engine stalls during operation, it increases the risk of a crash.
1,398 units are affected.
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In the affected motorcycles, the rear wheel mounting flange may crack if the rear wheel mounting bolts are overtightened.
If the rear wheel mounting flange cracks, the mounting bolts may loosen and the rear wheel may not remain secured to the motorcycle, causing a loss of stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
43,426 units are affected.
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In the affected vehicles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
1360 units are affected.
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The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
950 units are affected.
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Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
4453 units are affected.
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In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed.
2475 units are affected.
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The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down.
The rider may start riding with the side-stand down, increasing the risk of a crash.
870 units are affected.
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If the attachment bolts loosen, the luggage rack could separate from the scooter and become a road hazard for drivers of other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
195 units are affected.
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If the fork loosens it may hinder the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
15 units are affected.
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Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Website. These pictures are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See Bert on his 2012 BMW R1200R GS Adventure under Men on Motorcycles. There are no Trikes Only, Women on Motorcycles, or Bikes Only this week. Bert is also a member of the Polar Bear Grand Tour. We need more pictures of men and women with their motorcycles. Get your picture in. For details, see Motorcycle Pictures of the Week.
The updated list of motorcycle seat heights now contains seat heights for 2013 Harley-Davidson, Victory, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki, and Yamaha models. In addition, I have added seat heights for some popular electric motorcycles: Brammo, Vectrix, and Zero. At this writing, I have added seat heights for 2012 BMW and 2013 Indian motorcycles. The data are arranged in a table from lowest to highest seat height. All motorcycle seat heights are given in inches. There is a listing containing all models taken together as well as individual lists for each make.
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"BMW and KTM each sold around 100,000 motorcycles in 2012, while Husqvarna moved almost 11,000 units. That 15.7-percent growth for Husky apparently was not good enough for BMW. From BMW’s press release: 'In the context of changing motorcycle markets, demographic trends and increasing environmental demands, BMW Motorrad will expand its product offering to exploit future growth potential. The focus of the realignment will be on urban mobility and e-mobility.' Translation: Maybe the company was wrong to think it could get yuppies to like dirtbikes?" -- John Burns, CycleWorld.comRead more.
Due to a manufacturing fault, the side-stand attachment bolts could start to loosen. The loosening of the side-stand bolts could cause the stand to separate from the frame of the motorcycle.
2,385 units are affected.
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My book, 50 MORE Wild Motorcycle Tales, has been released on Amazon.com in both paperback and Kindle editions. Many readers have indicated that they wanted more motorcycle stories similar to those contained in my previous book, 50 Wild Motorcycle Tales. This new book gives 50 MORE Wild Motorcycle Tales for your reading enjoyment. Audiobook and CD editions are in the works.
My book, Normal Secrets, has been released on Amazon.com in both paperback and Kindle editions. This memoir is a departure from the motorcycle themes of my first four books. I grew up in Normal, Illinois but didn't find out there were family secrets that had been kept from me until after my dad died. I tell you how I uncovered all the secrets. Perhaps your family might be keeping secrets from you, too. This memoir will soon also be available in an Audible edition. If you like secrets, I know you'll enjoy reading Normal Secrets.
My book, Motorcycle Kick-Starts, has been released on Amazon.com in both paperback and Kindle editions. This book gives a condensed view of motorcycling for new and returning riders. It contains an introduction to motorcycling followed by motorcycle stories interleaved with important How-Tos and Tips. This book will soon also be available in an Audible edition. I know you'll enjoy Motorcycle Kick-Starts.
My book, 50 Wild Motorcycle Tales, has been released on Amazon.com in both paperback and Kindle editions. These 50 motorcycle stories were written by actual motorcyclists relating their adventures as they traveled. I wrote five of the stories. This book will soon also be available in an Audible edition. I know you'll enjoy 50 Wild Motorcycle Tales.
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