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Motorcycle Safety

Turn Signal Jackets with Sewn in Turn Signals

by Paul Crowe - "The Kneeslider" on 2/16/2010

in Motorcycle Safety

Here’s a project just waiting for someone to develop a motorcycle jacket version, shown here as a turn signal jacket for bicyclists, there isn’t any reason why this couldn’t be adapted to either a leather or textile jacket by some enterprising person or small company looking for an opportunity.
The jacket has sewn in directional indicators [...]

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2010 Can Am Spyder RT Wiring Harness Recall

by Paul Crowe - "The Kneeslider" on 12/16/2009

in Motorcycle Recalls, Motorcycle Safety

Bombardier has issued a recall for a some 2010 Can Am Spyder Roadsters for a problem related to a wiring connector improperly fastened. Please read the details below.
Manufacturer: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.
Models affected:
2010 CAN-AM / Roadster Spyder RT SE5
2010 CAN-AM / Roadster Spyder RT SM5
NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V473000
Potential Units Affected: 108
Problem: Bombardier Recreational [...]

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Harley Davidson has issued a recall for over 111,000 touring models for a problem with front fuel tank mounts. This is probably not the best time for Harley Davidson to have a recall of this size. Please read below for further details.
Manufacturer: Harley Davidson Motor Company
Models and model years affected:

H-D / [...]

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A recent study indicates 30 percent of the population has a genetic variant that may contribute to bad driving. Bummer, I guess if you have it, you’re doomed to accidents and tickets for the rest of your life. Don’t become a rider or racer, you can’t possibly hit the big time so learn the bus [...]

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Ducati has issued a recall for 2009 1098R and 1198S and 2010 F1098 Streetfighter motorcycles for a problem with a fuel hose connection. Please read the details below.
Manufacturer: Ducati North America
Models affected:
2009 1098R
2009 1198S
2010 F1098 Streetfighter
NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V381000
Potential Units Affected: 753
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 motorcycles. The fuel hose may become [...]

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BMW has issued a recall for 2009 BMW K1300 GT and K1300 S motorcycles for a problem with handlebar switches. Please read the details below.
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Model Year: 2009
Models affected: K1300 GT, K1300 S
NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V384000
Problem: BMW is recalling certain model year 2009 motorcycles. The switches on the handlebars for both [...]

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You can buy a Ducati 1098R with traction control and it’s the kind of bike where you might expect it to appear, hit the hammer hard exiting a corner and the computer keeps you hooked up. Very nice, race oriented tech available on the street. So along comes Kawasaki, with their 2010 Concours 14, offering [...]

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Triumph Sprint ST 1050 Rear Suspension Recall

by Paul Crowe - "The Kneeslider" on 10/6/2009

in Motorcycle Recalls, Motorcycle Safety

Triumph is recalling Sprint ST 1050 motorcycles for a problem with corrosion of the rear drag link assembly. Please read the details below.
Manufacturer: Triumph Motorcycles America Ltd
Models affected: Sprint ST 1050
Model Years: 2005-2009
NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V378000
Potential Units Affected: 2849
Problem: Triumph is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2009 Sprint ST 1050 motorcycles manufactured [...]

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