Motorcycle Road Tests Index

I have just added 10 new motorcycle road tests to my Motorcycle Road Tests Index. This feature lists the various motorcycle makes and models alphabetically on an index page. Clicking on the model of interest takes you to a separate page of information about that bike. This information includes the motorcycle magazine containing the test and the month and year of publication. Information is given so you can order back copies of the magazine. If any electronic magazine articles have been found for the same model, they are also listed.

53 tests are in the index at this writing.

BMW Recalls F650 GS and F650 GS Dakar for Sidestand Problem

BMW has issued a recall of certain 2006-2007 F650 GS and F650 GS Dakar motorcycles.

On certain motorcycles, the weld between the side stand and the frame bottom section was not positioned properly. The load-bearing capability of the side stand is affected. As a result, the side stand could fail.

If this occurred when the motorcycle was parked, the motorcycle could fall to the ground and injure a person sitting on the motorcycle or a person nearby.

305 units are affected.

Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

Yamaha Recalls XV19 for Throttle Cable Problem

Yamaha has issued a recall of certain 2006 XV19 motorcycles.

On certain motorcycles, when equipped with a windshield, the throttle cables can kink at the guide bracket located at the steering head when the handlebar is turned all the way to the left. In this position, a kinked cable can cause either a stickly throttle feeling or prevent the throttle from returning to the closed position.

If the rider turns the handlebar to the full left lock during a slow-speed maneuver, this sticky/binding throttle feeling could result in reduced vehicle control, which could cause a crash resulting in injury or death.

8,500 units are affected.

Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

Motorcycle Views A-Z List

I have just created an A-Z list for Motorcycle Views. It puts all my original motorcycle content into an alphabetical list.

Check out the Motorcycle Views A-Z List.

Suzuki Recalls VZR1800 for Fuel Leakage Problem

Suzuki has issued a recall of certain 2006-2007 VZR1800 motorcycles.

On certain motorcycles, the fuel hose that connects the two metal fuel delivery pipes mounted on the throttle body may have been clamped at a location on the pipes that is not completely round, which could allow fuel leakage to occur. In the presence of an ignition source, leaked fuel can cause a fire, presenting the risk of injury or death.

12,331 units are affected.

Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

Paint a Triumph: 15 Year-Olds Get Creative

One of my forum members is an art teacher. She recently had her students go outside and paint various parts of her Triumph motorcycle. I think you'll find the results interesting and quite creative. MotArtCycle Student Work