If you’re a rider with your eye on a fresh set of wheels—or just want Uncle Sam to finally throw you a bone—then there’s a new piece of legislation that might just fire up your interest.
Nicknamed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” this proposed law is revving its way through Washington and could have a huge impact on American-made motorcycles and the folks who ride them. Here’s what you need to know.
What’s in the Bill?
At the heart of the bill is a tax break for people who buy U.S.-assembled motorcycles for personal use. Here are the key takeaways:
Interest Deduction on Motorcycle Loans Riders can deduct interest on motorcycle loans—up to $10,000 per year—from their taxes between 2025 and 2028. That’s money back in your pocket just for financing your bike.
Above-the-Line Deduction You don’t even need to itemize your taxes to claim it. This opens the door for a lot more everyday riders to benefit.
Income Limits Apply This isn’t for the high rollers—deductions start to phase out at $100K for individuals and $200K for joint filers.
In short: this bill is designed to support middle-class riders—the bread and butter of the American motorcycling scene.
Why It Matters
Over half of new bike buyers finance their rides. Whether it’s your first cruiser or your fifth sport tourer, this bill could shave serious dollars off your cost of ownership. That’s good news for:
American manufacturing: More demand for U.S.-assembled bikes.
Local dealerships and service shops: Increased business and stability.
DIYers and gearheads: You’ve got more to invest in mods and gear.
The Catch?
It’s not 100% clear if this deduction will apply strictly to American brands like Harley-Davidson and Indian, or also to foreign brands that assemble bikes here in the States (think Honda or BMW in Ohio). Either way, assembly location matters—so keep your eyes on that factory tag.
My Thoughts
At IJustWant2Ride.com, we’re all about making the riding life better—safer, smarter, and just a little more rebellious. The Big, Beautiful Bill isn’t perfect, but it’s a rare bit of legislation that benefits the riding community.
We’ll be keeping an eye on how this bill evolves. In the meantime, if you’ve been dreaming about a new ride in your garage, 2025 might be your year.
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. So, safety first.
Also, (DISCLAIMER) 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: 25V376000
Manufacturer Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Ninja ZX-6R 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 #5 metal crankshaft bushing must be inspected on all eligible units already in operation. If there is no abnormality with or damage to the bushing, the bolts holding the crankshaft together in the crank case must be re-tightened with proper torque. If there is any abnormality with or damage to the bushing, the parts must be replaced and the crankshaft properly tightened, or the engine must be otherwise repaired or replaced. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V375000
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Components SUSPENSION
Summary Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
Remedy Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson’s number for this recall is 0188. Some of the vehicles included in this recall were previously repaired under recall 23V591, and will need to have the new remedy completed.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25E041000
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Components SUSPENSION
Summary Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain Tail Rear Shock Absorbers (part number 54000294) and Low Rear Suspension Shock Absorbers (part number 54000134) designed to fit certain 2018-2024 Softail motorcycles. The mounting tab on the rear shock pre-load adjuster may break, allowing the rear shock absorber adjuster to damage the rear tire, causing a loss of tire pressure.
Remedy Dealers will install a new bracket, free of charge. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson’s number for this recall is 0189.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25E040000
Manufacturer Micro DOT Helmet Co.
Components EQUIPMENT
Summary Micro DOT Helmet Co. (Micro DOT) is recalling certain Blister and Twister original helmets, sizes XXS – XXL. The helmets may lack proper penetration protection. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 218, “Motorcycle Helmets.”
Remedy Micro DOT will replace the helmets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact Micro DOT customer service at 1-817-478-0497.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V363000
Manufacturer Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Components ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2025 BJ230A (W230 ABS) motorcycles. The electrical ground connection between the battery and frame may become unstable and result in an engine stall.
Remedy KMC will replace the battery harness and secure the ground connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 12, 2025. KMC’s number for this recall is MC25-06.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V358000
Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 XL750, 2025 CMX1100, and CRF1100 motorcycles. The crankcase sealing bolt may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the engine to leak oil onto the rear tire.
Remedy Dealers will replace the crankcase sealing bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Honda’s customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda’s number for this recall is KS2.
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. So, safety first.
Also, (DISCLAIMER) 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: 25E031000
Manufacturer Dainese S.p.A.
Components EQUIPMENT
Summary Dainese S.p.A. (Dainese) is recalling certain AGV DOT Tour modular helmets with model number E2206. The chin guard plate may break, allowing the helmet to loosen or detach during a crash.
Remedy Dainese will repair the chin guard plates, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2025. Owners may contact Dainese customer service at 1-855-327-5639.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V275000
Manufacturer Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain 2025 Can-Am Origin and Pulse electric motorcycles. The breather valve may not seal properly and allow moisture or water to enter the high voltage battery.
Remedy Dealers will install a new protection plate or replace the breather valve if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222.
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. So, safety first.
Also, (DISCLAIMER) 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: 25V248000
Manufacturer Pure Sports Distributing Inc.
Components VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: Pure Sports Distributing Inc. (Yamaha of Hawaii) is recalling certain 2022 MT-09 Tracer GT, 2021-2025 MT-09 SP, 2021-2025 MT-09, 2022-2023 and 2025 MT-10 SP, 2022-2024 MT-10 and 2022-2024 XSR900 motorcycles. The brushes inside the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) may slide excessively due to improper ECU programming, possibly causing unstable idling or an engine stall.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control unit (ECU) software and replace the TPS, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Yamaha of Hawaii customer service at 1-808-498-8248.
Summary: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain Fairing Lowers installed on 2023-2025 Touring and CVO Touring, Inverted Forks installed on 2025 FLHXU, and Fairing Lowers and Inverted Forks kits installed on 2024-2025 FLHX and FLTRX motorcycles. These accessories may obstruct the visibility of the front and side reflectors. As such, motorcycles equipped with these accessories fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
Remedy: Dealers will install new reflectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 17, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson’s number for this recall is 0638.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V210000
Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2025 CB300R motorcycles. The headlights may flicker or shut off while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlight assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Honda’s customer service at 866-784-1870. Honda’s number for this recall is KS0.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V195000
Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2025 ADV160 scooters. The oil pump driven gear may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil pump driven gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2025. Owners may contact Honda’s customer service at 866-784-1870. Honda’s number for this recall is KR9.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V194000
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Components STEERING
Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 M 1000 XR, and M 1000 R motorcycles. The steering damper may have a loose valve pin within the housing, which can cause an unexpected increase in steering effort.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering damper, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 19, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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. So, safety first.
Also, (DISCLAIMER) 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.
LASTLY – you need to make sure you get recalls on your motorcycles resolved. It is your butt on the line!
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V118000 DO NOT RIDE
Manufacturer Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Z e-1 ABS and Ninja e-1 ABS motorcycles. The connection between the battery pack assembly and motorcycle may fail due to a missing battery terminal anchor.
Remedy Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the battery terminals and replace the battery if the anchor is missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC’s number for this recall is MC25-03.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V146000
Manufacturer Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Components POWER TRAIN
Summary Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Ninja 500 (ABS, KRT Edition, KRT Edition SE ABS, SE ABS, SE 40th Anniversary Edition ABS), Z500 ABS, and Z500 SE ABS motorcycles. The clutch release shaft was not properly welded, which can cause the clutch lever to break apart.
Remedy Dealers will replace the clutch release shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC’s number for this recall is MC25-04.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25T002000
Manufacturer Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd.
Components TIRES
Summary Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (Sumitomo) is recalling certain Dunlop GPR-300F tires, size 110/70R17M/C 54H. The tires may have a defect that causes inner liner bulging and looseness at the tire breaker edge. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 119, “New Pneumatic Tires- Other than Passenger Cars.”
Remedy Dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on March 31, 2025. Owners may contact Sumitomo customer service at 1-800-845-8378.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V141000
Manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd.
Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Summary Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2025 Speed Twin 1200, Speed Twin 1200 RS, and Speed Twin 900 motorcycles. The red rear turn signals were installed too close to the rear tail light. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, “Lamps, reflective devices, and associated Equipment.”
Remedy Dealers will replace the red rear turn signals with amber colored turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2025. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph’s number for this recall is SRAN 630.
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. So, safety first.
Also, (DISCLAIMER) 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.
LASTLY – you need to make sure you get recalls on your motorcycles resolved. It is your butt on the line!
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V118000 DO NOT RIDE
Manufacturer Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Z e-1 ABS and Ninja e-1 ABS motorcycles. The connection between the battery pack assembly and motorcycle may fail due to a missing battery terminal anchor.
Remedy Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the battery terminals and replace the battery if the anchor is missing, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC’s number for this recall is MC25-03.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V970000
Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Components POWER TRAIN
Summary Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 CB650R and CBR650R motorcycles. The fasteners of the gear shift arm may loosen and detach, resulting in the inability to shift gears.
Remedy Dealers will replace the gear shift arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 21, 2025. Owners may contact Honda’s customer service at 866-784-1870. Honda’s number for this recall is KR7.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V108000
Manufacturer Indian Motorcycle Company
Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Summary Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2025 Challenger Dark Horse, Pursuit Limited, Roadmaster Elite and Springfield Dark Horse motorcycles. Due to an incorrectly crimped wire, the fuel pump may fail and result in an engine stall during operation.
Remedy Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in February 2025. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 877-204-3697. Indian’s number for this recall is I-25-01.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V074000
Manufacturer KTM North America, Inc. (Husqvarna and Gas Gas)
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 350s, FE 501s, and 2024-2025 GASGAS ES 350 and ES 500 motorcycles. The front brake caliper may crack in the area around the upper guide pin.
Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
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.
What you need to Know: Minnesota Bans Kids Motorcycles
Effective January 1st, 2025, Minnesota has banned the sale of items made with the chemical PFAS. The ban covers 11 areas including things made for children which include motorcycles and ATVs.
Minnesota has banned any juvenile products, except electronics, that intentionally contain PFAS. PFAS is linked to an increased risk for cancer and other health troubles.
PFAS is used in motorcycles for heat-resistance and water-proofing.
The state is concerned about when motorcycles end up in landfills. With 98 of 101 landfills leaking into the ground water they want to protect the environment.
My Take: This is very similar to the attempt to, nationwide, ban kids’ motorcycles that contain lead. Motorcycle advocates and lobby groups were able to reverse that law, but I think it will be a lot harder to reverse this new state law.
Minnesota is a very liberal and a bit of a draconian state. During COVID the police would shoot people with paint guns for sitting on their own porches. Because of how this state works, the manufacturers will need to change what they use to make their products or not sell them.
I expect there to be a sales boom for dealerships that are close the state boarder.
Lastly, the ban excludes electronics. Really, I am sure that there are lot more electronics making it to landfills than motorcycles.
What you need to know: KTM struggles are greater than first thought.
As noted in a previous post KTM has over $3 billion in debt and has filed to undergo “self-restructuring” to get thing righted. Self-restructuring is a 90-day process that expires at the end of February 2025. If they are unable to get to an acceptable solution, they may go into formal bankruptcy. CitiBank has been brought in to help with bankruptcy if needed, not a good sign.
Since that last news drop things have not improved. For example:
KTM has not made payroll for 2+ months, after promising to pay at least 90% of what was due.
Employees are looking for new jobs
European production has been greatly reduced.
* Mid-range motorcycle production has moved to China (home of KTM partner CF Moto) and India, with Bajaj Auto. By the way, Bajaj owns 49% of KTM.
* Bajai owns the Pierer Mobility which, in turn, owns KTM AG. Bajaj builds many of KTM and Husqvarna’s small-displacement street motorcycles like the 390 Adventure and Duke, and Vitpilen and Svartpilen 401s.
* CF Moto builds the 790 and 890 engines under contract for KTM. KTM is CFMoto’s exclusive motorcycle distributor in Europe.
KTM is selling its majority stake of 50.1% in MV Agusta, effectively dropping it from their portfolio.
The Financial Market Authority (FMA) in Austria has launched an investigation into KTM’s workings. They are probing whether the parent company, Pierer Mobility, has complied with disclosure regulations.
IN RACING: KTM still claims it will provide race teams this year. Nonetheless there are some major developments in this area:
KTM is not renewing their MotoGP contract when it expires at the end of this season. Which means there will be no KTM in MotoGP for 2026.
They have already stopped development and testing of their MotoGP bikes. Jeremy McWilliams, KTM’s long-term test rider, has been let go.
No Gas Gas motorcycles for MotoGP 2025. The “former” Gas Gas team has been rebranded as factory KTM.
Looks like Husqvarna has been removed from the MotoGP grid as well.
KTM has cut its global racing program by 12 riders. I was not able to identify which teams were cut. Each rider typically requires support from two to four employees, as well as trucks and other equipment, so some savings.
KTM is no longer the title sponsor for the Hard Enduro World Championship.
My Take: KTM may start the MotoGP racing season, but they may not finish the season.
American Supercross is first up and starts in January. I will not be surprised if Gas Gas and Husky factory teams do not make it to the start line and if they do, they may not make it to the end.
MotoGP racing is hiding behind KTM Switzerland, a separate company, so there is a chance they might start the season, but I doubt they make it to the end of the season. Also, I do not see Moto3 or Moto2 teams making the start line.
I expect that Husqvarna will be sold, as they make a lot more then motorcycles. I doubt that Gas Gas will survive as a brand when all is said and done unless it sold to Bajaj or the Chinese parent of CF Moto.
I think that there is a good chance that KTM will sell their majority stake to Bajaj to save the company. At which point I would expect European production to be greatly reduced and then phased out and replaced with Bajaj production efforts.
CitiBank is not there to save the company, they are there to make the best deal for the debt holders. If KTM does not come up with a valid plan to fix this miss, CitiBank, I expect, will sell off KTM part by part, until $3 Billion in debts are serviced. Some things to consider:
This is going to impact other manufacturers if/when a flood of KTM motorcycle backlog is sold off cheap.
If KTM closes racing it is possible that we will never see some of their riders race again.
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. So, safety first.
Also, (DISCLAIMER) 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: 24V923000
Manufacturer Suzuki Motor USA, LLC
Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Summary: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Burgman 400 (AN400AM3-M5) scooters. The fuel supply hose assembly may contact the fuel vapor hose assembly, causing the fuel supply hose to become damaged and leak fuel.
Remedy: Owners are advised that if they must ride the scooter before the safety recall repair has been completed, they should check the scooter for fuel leakage and proper operation as outlined in the “Inspection before riding” checklist in the owner’s manual. Dealers will replace the fuel supply hose assembly and fuel vapor hose assembly with new parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki’s number for this recall is 3A05.
What you need to know: Senator John Thune new Majority Leader
You may not know this, but John Thune is a proud motorcyclist. He has been recognized by the MRF and AMA as a “champion” of motorcyclists’ rights.
My Take: This is a good thing for those of us that ride. Senator Thune has been a friend of motorcyclists, and he should continue supporting us from this more powerful position.
KTM in Grave Danger
KTM is in debt 2.5 billion Euros (2.65B US) and has filed for insolvency and self-restructuring. Of course, this also pertains to KTM other products; Husqvarna, MV Agusta and Gas-Gas.
As a result of their self-restructuring they are making changes, some of which include:
Layoff of European employees, with 500 more by the end of the year.
Board of Directors cuts the number from 6 to 2 people.
Production halted planned
Halt of MotoGP development (it claims it will be on the grid in 2025)
My Take: WOW!!! We all know that the world of motorcycling is declining as the boomer and generation X grow older. However, I do not think that many were aware that KTM was in this much debt!
KTM and its other brands are in danger. I could see a sell off of Husky and MV Agusta as their names alone are very valuable, but Gas-Gas might not make it. With the cost of running racing teams, I would not be surprised to see KTM withdrawing from everything racing but MotoGP.
We will have answers about the future of KTM sooner rather than later. KTM has until the end of February 2025 to get healthy or file bankruptcy.
I JUST WANT 2 RIDE!! 