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Ride to Eat #1: Free Folk Brewery and Ample Pizza

Posted: August 2, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, Motorcycle Rides, motorcycle touring, motorcycle tourism, ride to eat eat to ride
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Welcome to the first installment of our ‘Ride to Eat, Eat to Ride’ series, where we explore the best food destinations for motorcycle enthusiasts. Grab the throttle and get ready for a delicious adventure!

Free Folk and Ample Pizza are literally within 10 yards of each other and share the same grounds, outdoor space and parking lot. And, why not, beer and pizza go well together!

Prime Location: Free Folk Brewery and Ample Pizza on US Route 60

The location for these establishments is on US Route 60 in Hico WV. US 60 is also known as The American Byway “Midland Trail” near the New River Gorge National Park.  This spot used to be the New River Harley Davidson dealership, a beloved landmark before it closed its doors.

The parking lot is ample and paved but does have a moderate downhill slant.

We have ridden by this spot so many times as Route 60 is one of the best motorcycling roads in West Virginia.  The section of 60 between Hico and Gauley Bridge is also known as “The Talon” and rivals many of the best motorcycling roads in the United States.

The Food

As you might have guessed, beer and pizza take center stage here. Free Folk Brewery offers a selection of craft beers with quirky names that are sure to catch your eye. Where else will you be able to drink FAYETTEVILLE FOG, ALLEGHANY ALLIGATOR or FLYING SQUIRREL beer.  I had the pleasure of trying the ORANGE OSWALD beer, and it was outstanding.

By the way, the artwork on their labels and cans is nothing short of spectacular.

Ample Pizza is a wood fired pizzeria.  Hand tossed dough is the base for all their pizza pies.  While you can get all the normal types of pizza like pepperoni they do make some “special” pies as well.  A few examples of those special pies would be a “West Virginia Ramp” pizza or a “Spring Harvest” pizza with Swiss chard, komatsuna mustard greens, herbed white sauce, red onion, and crushed toasted almond. 

Not feeling very adventurous this day we went with a standard pepperoni pie.  It was quite good!

Overall Thoughts

Turns out that Free Folks has quite a bit of a motorcycle theme going.  Multiple old motorcycles, including an Ariel, are hanging from the ceilings intermixed with large posters of the beer artwork. 

We enjoyed our meal and plan to return, especially since my mother lives just 5 miles away.

Have you been to here? Do you think you might try it out during a motorcycle ride?

1970 Penton Berkshire
1953 Ariel Huntmaster
The wife and artwork
1973 Hodaka Dirt Squrit

Motorcycle Recalls July 2025: BMW, Zero, Can Am, Honda

Posted: July 29, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, motorcycle recall, motorcycle safety
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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. 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: 25V480000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components COMMUNICATION

Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.

Remedy: The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V459000

Manufacturer Zero Motorcycles Inc.

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Summary Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2024 DSR/X, DS, DSR, and DSRP motorcycles. The front brake hose may be twisted and become damaged, which can cause a brake fluid leak and a loss of brake pressure.

Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the hose as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero’s number for this recall is SV-RCL-025-017

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V448000

Manufacturer Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.

Components POWER TRAIN

Summary Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain 2025 Can-Am Canyon motorcycles. On these motorcycles, the drive belt lower idler support will fail and possibly cause a belt failure.

Remedy Dealers will install a new drive belt lower Idler support, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact BRP customer service at 1-888-272-9222. The manufacturer number for this recall is Bulletin 2025-4.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V435000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components TIRES

Summary Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 Honda NC750X motorcycles. Due to an improper manufacturing process, the inner structure of the front tire may loosen and unravel, which can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control. As such, these vehicles 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 front tire, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 25, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda’s number for this recall is KS4.

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Ride On, Ride Safe

Big, Beautiful Bill—What It Means for American Motorcycles (and You)

Posted: July 2, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, Motorcycle news, Motorcycle Rides
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If it passes as is, as of this date, of course.

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.

Motorcycle Recalls June 2025: Kawasaki “Do Not Ride”, 82K Harley Davidsons, 19K Helmets, Honda

Posted: June 28, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, Motorcycle news, motorcycle recall, motorcycle safety
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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. 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.

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Ride On, Ride Safe

Motorcycle Touring Aid? Unboxing the Anker Charging Station.

Posted: June 24, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle Rides, motorcycle touring, motorcycle tourism, Product Reviews
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When we tour, on the motorcycle, we carry a lot of cords, cables and power supplies to keep everything charged and working. Because of that, I am always looking for new ideas when it comes to charging electronic devices.

I saw this device on Amazon and thought… let’s try it out. With 2 AC plugs, 4 USB-C and 2 USB-B charging ports.

Stay tuned for a long-term review.

Motorcycle Recalls May 2025: Dainese Helmets, Can-Am

Posted: May 28, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, Motorcycle news, motorcycle recall, motorcycle safety
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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. 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.

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Ride On, Ride Safe

Motorcycle Recalls April 2025: Yamaha, Harley Davidson, BMW, Honda X2

Posted: April 29, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, Motorcycle news, motorcycle recall
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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. 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.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25E023000

Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Components SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING

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.

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Major Life Events… Impacting our Motorcycling (sigh)!

Posted: April 16, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, Motorcycle Rides
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I have not been blogging a lot lately and what I have been posting has not been about our motorcycle rides.

Life and work have been getting in the way of riding! LOL

My wife had knee surgery and cannot yet get on the motorcycle.  She has tried a few times but can’t quite make onto the bike. Maybe in a few more weeks.

And, I am retiring this year, which is taking a lot more time than I expected.  Once I retire, I would expect that I will have a lot more time to just get out and ride!

For now, I will continue to post irregularly on random things!

Maintain Your Motorcycle Helmet: A Step-by-Step Guide

Posted: April 9, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, motorcycle safety
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Your motorcycle helmet is your most important piece of equipment so keeping it clean is important.  Not just from an appearance perspective but as a method to ensure it is still in good working condition.

Also, April is Motorcycle Helmet Awareness month so now is a good time to do the work!

While you are cleaning your helmet look for cracks in the shell, that the hard foam is intact and in good condition (this is the part that does most of the work to protect your head) and all the other parts are in good order.  

Before you start… read your owner’s manual on cleaning your specific motorcycle helmet.

1 – Take either a microfiber or paper towels, soaked in warm water and lay across the helmet and visor.  This will moisten any hard dried bugs or grime that might scratch the finish if you first went to scrubbing or rubbing.  Leave the towels on for about 10 minutes and then gently remove the now softer bugs/grime. Remove the visor before step 2.

2 – After the bugs/grime are soft use warm soapy water to clean the shell fully. Rinse, dry and admire your clean exterior.

3 – The visor needs additional attention. The warm towels may have helped get rid of the road grime, but your visor needs special attention. DO NOT use any products that have acid or ammonia! Even products with citric acid can damage the visor (personal experience). Most glass cleaners have some form of acid or ammonia so avoid them as well. Warm soapy water and microfiber cloth is the best way to safely clean your visor.

4 – Make sure you clean out the visor mechanism. Keeping the mechanism clean will help make sure it works as designed.

5 – Clean the sun visor in the same manner you cleaned the visor. No ammonia or acid-based cleaners!

6 – Now that the outside of your helmet is clean how about the inside? MOST helmets allow you to remove the interior padding. Look at your instructions and pull the lining out. Some motorcycle helmet manufacturers allow you to put the padding in a washing machine, others recommend hand cleaning in warm soapy water. If you use the by hand method, I recommend a baby shampoo.

7 – If your helmet’s padding is not removable follow the instructions your helmet manufacturer provided.  BUT, in my opinion, dunking the entire helmet into soapy water is not the way to go. It takes forever to dry; it can mildew, and I am always unsure if it may have damaged the underlying foam. My suggestion is to use a motorcycle helmet sanitizing spray.

8 –Check the vents to make sure they are clean and open.  A shot of compressed air, from the inside, might dislodge dried road grimes and bugs.

9 – Put it back together, following the instructions if you still have them. 😊

Ride On, Ride Safe

Motorcycle recalls March 2025: Kawasaki DO NOT RIDE, Dunlop Tires, Triumph

Posted: March 28, 2025 in Motorcycle, Motorcycle advocacy, Motorcycle news, motorcycle recall
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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. 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.

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