Motorcycle Recalls for May 2009
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Big Dog is recalling 1,257 MY 2005 Ridgeback motorcycles. The rear wheel may have weak spots in the design, which may cause the wheel to crack under certain operating conditions. If undetected, this condition may lead to a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels free of charge. The recall began on June 1, 2009. Owners may contact Big Dog motorcycles customer service department at 1-316-267-9121.
Ducati is recalling 396 MY 2008 Desmosedici RR motorcycles. The main wiring harness may be routed incorrectly which could possibly result in damage. Any damage to the harness may lead to loss of functionality of motorcycle systems or an unexpected loss of engine performance, and thereby increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will check, reposition and fasten the main wiring harness to the frame free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during June 2009. To locate your nearest authorized Ducati dealer, you may go to www.ducatiusa.com and select the "dealer locator" or you may call toll free at 1-800-231-6696.
Bombardier Recreational is recalling 9,932 MY 2008-2009 Can-Am Spyder Roadsters. A condition may exist where the operator of an involved vehicle may need to exert a force greater than expected to initiate the turning of the steering handlebar off center in order to correct vehicle drift from a straight line path. This higher than expected steering control input torque may cause a steering angle overshoot and an unexpected deviation of the vehicle from the operator's intended path. If this occurs, it can lead to a temporary out of lane excursion of the vehicle which increases the possibility of a crash with other traffic and or a drive off the road. Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the appropriate components free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact Bombardier Recreational at 1-866-767-0707.
Ducati is recalling 1,549 MY 2009 1198, 1198 S, 1098 R, 848 and MY 2010 F1098 Streetfighter and Streetfighter S motorcycles. These motorcycles may experience fuel leakage from the fuel line at the fuel injector connection. The plastic fitting between fuel injector and hose can warp or break which could possibly result in a potential hazard to the rider and possible damage to the motorcycle. Any damage to the fuel line may lead to an increased risk of fire or an unexpected loss of engine performance, the thereby increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the affected injector components free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during June 2009. To locate your nearest authorized Ducati dealer, you may go to www.ducatiusa.com and select the "dealer locator" or you may call toll free at 1-800-231-6696.
John Davis is a rider and writer. His current ride is Victoria, a candy red Honda VTX1800 Retro. John writes for several web sites and blogs in addition to his own site, NorthwestCycleReport.
