BMW Motorrad : Front Suspension Linkage/possible Handlebar Cracking
BMW Motorrad is recalling approximately 1,700 motorcycles in the United Kingdom because a nut on the front suspension may loosen under extreme conditions on RS and GS models, and handlebars may crack on high-mileage R1100RS SE models. The company will replace the suspension nut with an improved self-locking version and replace handlebars on affected R1100RS SE motorcycles. This recall affects BMW Motorrad R Series bikes distributed in the UK.
- Recalling firm
- BMW MOTORRAD UK
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD, BMW MOTORRAD R SERIES. Units affected: 1,700
- Reason
- A. The nut securing the front suspension telelever joint may under extreme circumstances become loose for RS and GS models B. Handlebar cracking may occur on high mileage R1100RS SE (Ergonomic) version machines. Remedy: A. Replace the telelever joint nut with an improved version incorporating a self locking adhesive. B. On affected R1100RS SE machines replace the original handlebars with an improved version.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 1994-08-18
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/6c2c911e-8200-4a4b-8513-505da0f5ef05