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Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others.

Also, this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have any questions.

If you are US based, use the NHTSA website http://www.safercar.gov. Enter your VIN number to see if your motorcycle is affected by the recall.

If you are based outside the USA, use the appropriate website to locate recalls that may impact you.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V798000

Manufacturer Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Summary Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ninja ZX-6R, ZX-6R KRT Edition, ZX-6R KRT 40th Anniversary Edition ABS, ZX-6R ABS, and ZX-6R KRT Edition ABS motorcycles. The motorcycles may lose engine power during operation due to seizure of a metal crankshaft bushing.

Remedy Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Motorcycles in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 25V376 will need to have the new remedy performed, once available. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at (855) 878-4217.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V778000

Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Summary Yamaha Motor Company, Ltd. (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2022 XMAX scooters. The camshaft retainer bolt may loosen and not properly secure the camshaft, resulting in an engine stall.

Remedy Owners are advised not to ride their scooter until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will install a new camshaft plate kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2025. Owners may contact Yamaha’s customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha’s number for this recall is 990184. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 24, 2025.

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RIDE ON, RIDE SAFE

A vintage Honda Trail 90 motorcycle from the 1970s.
Teenagers riding motorcycles in the 1970s.
A family enjoying a motorcycle adventure in the 70s.
Motorcycle enthusiasts exploring new places in the 1970s.
A nostalgic scene of 1970s motorcycle culture.

The 1970s was a fantastic era for motorcycle enthusiasts! Kids, parents, grandparents, and hippies—everyone either rode or knew someone who did.

As a teenager during the ’70s, I rode almost every day, as long as the weather was even slightly cooperative. My dad had a Honda Trail 90 and would take my friends and me to explore new and exciting places. 

I am glad I grew up in that time when motorcycles and motorcycling were in their ascendancy.

Do you have any special motorcycle memories from the 1970’s?

RIDE ON, RIDE SAFE

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Yes, chrome does not get you home. But it does look good! Check out my latest purchase of a chrome part for my motorcycle.

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What you need to Know: Motorcycle Racing is Nearly Here

The first races of the motorcycle racing seasons are fast approaching. Here is a list of the first race of each of the major promotions.

MotoGP – March 2nd Grand Prix of Thailand

World Superbike – February 22nd Australian Round

MotoAmerica – March 29th Circuit of the Americas

American Flat Track – March 6th Daytona

Daytona 200 – March 7th

My Take: Winter may not be over yet, but sun rays of hope are flickering.  The start of Supercross racing just stoked my motorcycle racing appetite. BSB and Isle of Mann start in May.

I have plans, don’t we all, to attend at least one MotoAmerica race this year after missing out in 2024.

What you need to know: 50 Years of Honda Gold Wing at Daytona Bike Week

From a Honda Press Release:

  • Pop-up museum to document legendary touring model’s rich history
  • Schedule includes a host of customer-focused activities
  • Also planned: demo rides with Gold Wings and other Honda on-road bikes

American Honda announced today an expanded activation area at the upcoming Bike Week event in Daytona Beach, Florida, celebrating 50 Years of Flight with the Gold Wing touring bike. Situated outside Daytona Speedway from February 28 to March 9, the space will cover a total of nearly 32,000 square feet and will include a massive display tent and a demo-ride staging area.

Earlier this month, Honda unveiled the 2025 Gold Wing platform, which features special colors and logos commemorating the iconic model’s half-century milestone.

My Take: 50 Years of the Gold Wing!  I think it is great that Honda is doing something like this, taking a page from the Harley Davidson playbook.  If I have to buy another touring bike, I am going to take a hard look at the new Wing. 

How about the weird and strange from 2024. Now I will admit they are not as weird or strange as motorcycles from years past but still weird and strange.

My favorite is the stainless-steel bike, which one do you like best?

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Every year I like to make a post on what I think are the best motorcycle related posters. Most are for events, but some can be works of art. This year I started with 17 very neat posters and worked it down to the 9 best motorcycle posters for 2024.

Which one is your favorite? Do you have one that I missed?

Like the motorcycle tank art post, it was a slim year for new, crazy motorcycle helmets.  Just not a lot out there, a few of the ones I collected during the year I had already used, not good.

But in the end, I did find 9 that fit the bill.   Not sure I would use many of these helmets, but they are definitely crazy.

Doesn’t everyone love motorcycle memes? OF COURSE! Here are the best 9 of 2024 IMHO!

Why 9? Because everyone does 10 and 11 is too much work!

Short video that shows how simple it is to install a new, brighter taillight on my Harley Davidson Road Glide.

If you have never ridden a long throw chopper, you should add it to your motorcycle bucket list. I have and it was an experience I never will forget!!

I put about 100 miles on one, back in the day, and I fully/totally respect those guys that ride them as daily rides or tour on them. Chopper riding is an acquired taste, it was not for me, but I can truly understand why some people love choppers.