Brembo, a global leader in braking systems, has begun construction of its first production facility in Thailand, marking a significant expansion of its industrial footprint. With an investment of around 40 million euros, this move is set to bolster Brembo’s…
Indian Motorcycle Company has announced a significant recall affecting 11,648 motorcycles across various models due to unexpected brake light illumination, posing a potential safety risk. This recall spans models from 2019 to 2022, including the Challenger series, FTR 1200 models,…
Frenkit, renowned for 25 years of excellence in car brake caliper repair kits, is now hitting the open road with Frenkit Moto, bringing their uncompromising precision to the world of motorcycles. Born from a legacy of trusted quality and innovation,…
Front crash prevention systems, integral in reducing vehicular accidents, currently show less efficacy in preventing crashes with large trucks and motorcycles compared to their performance with standard passenger vehicles, according to recent studies by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety…
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) have submitted a second petition to federal regulators, advocating for the mandatory installation of antilock braking systems (ABS) on all new motorcycles in the United States. Despite…
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain motorcycle models due to a rear brake issue. The rear brake master cylinder may fail to function correctly, leading to extended stopping distances. This poses a potential safety risk, increasing the chance of…
Suzuki Motor Corporation secured a resounding defense verdict in a high-stakes product liability lawsuit stemming from a 2014 motorcycle accident involving one of its motorcycles. A Fullerton jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of Suzuki, putting an end to…
MILAN, ITALY — At this year’s EICMA, taking place in Milan, Bosch is set to unveil a series of groundbreaking safety solutions aimed at redefining motorcycling. Prioritizing the safety of riders on the road, Bosch is presenting advanced technologies developed…
ARLINGTON, Va. — Antilock brake (ABS) systems are a cornerstone of motorcycle safety, according to Eric Teoh, Director of Statistical Services, Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), in an opinion post on the organization’s website. Here is the post: Simple…
CYPRESS, Calif. – The Yamaha Motor Corporation USA is recalling certain model-year 2022 Yamaha Tenere 700 motorcycles which, due to potentially being assembled with incorrect front-caliper bolts, might result in the loss of front braking. According to the National Highway…
FRIEDERICHSHAFEN, Germany — The brake is the most important safety system on a motorcycle on older vehicles. If new brake parts are required, ZF’s TRW has the answer with a range which extends from adjustable levers to steel braided brake…
ATLANTA – Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd., has agreed to recall certain model-year 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 motorcycles which might have a front brake disc that could detach from the wheel. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Part 573…
BREA, Calif. — Suzuki Motor USA, LLC has agreed to recall certain model-year 2022 Suzuki GSX1300RRQ/ZM2 (Hayabusa) motorcycles to correct a potential front brake master cylinder issue. The 2,552 Suzuki motorcycles within the recall population were equipped with a front…
Continental has developed a new, more highly integrated 2-channel ABS generation that saves costs and installation space and simplifies production at the OEM Frankfurt, Germany – Technology company Continental has developed a new generation of its compact 2-channel ABS for…
Source: onsemi announcement PHOENIX — onsemi (Nasdaq: ON), a leader in intelligent power and sensing technologies, announced its collaboration with Israel-based Ride Vision on the development of advanced safety solutions for motorcyclists. Ride Vision’s industry-leading Collision Aversion Technology™ (CAT) for…
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. – Zero Motorcycles Inc. will recall certain model-year 2022 hybrid-electric motorcycles to correct incorrect front-caliper bolts used in their manufacture. The 23 Zero SR and Zero SR/F motorcycles, manufactured between April 22 and April 27, 2022, may…
SANTA ANA, Calif. – Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. has agreed to recall certain model-year 2020-2022 Kawasaki motorcycles which might have been built with an incorrect brake disc on the front wheel. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)…
PASO ROBLES, Calif. – Beta USA is recalling certain model-year 2022 Beta 350RR-S, Beta 390 RR-S, Beta 430 RR-S and Beta 500-RR-S motorcycles to replace an incorrectly installed front brake hoses. The recall population of 97 RR-S motorcycles were produced…
PETALING JAYA, Malaysia – The Malaysian government is contemplating mandatory anti-lock braking systems (ABS) for motorcycles above 1500cc sold in that country, according to numerous international media reports. Malaysian Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong said on Tuesday…
Source: Honda announcement TORRANCE, Calif. — Honda’s popular range of practical-but-fun, mid-displacement parallel-twin “CB/R” motorcycles – the CB500X ABS adventure bike, the CB500F ABS naked bike and the CBR500R ABS sport bike – have all benefited from focused improvements to…
AMHERST, Ohio – KTM North America, Inc. is again recalling nearly 400 model-year 2022 Husqvarna Motorcycle 350 and 501 models to address potentially incorrectly installed front brake pad retaining clips. Last Aug. 31st the company recalled 342 of these motorcycles…
SYDNEY — The KTM Group is recalling certain models of model-year 2021 Husqvarna motorcycles which might have incorrectly assembled front and rear brake calipers. The recall population covers 1,512 2021 Husqvarna FE (250, 350, 450, 501) and TE (150i, 250i,…
CHENNAI, India – Numerous press notices are reporting the recall of certain model year 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 motorcycles to rectify an issue with the brake reaction bracket. The reports indicated Classic 350 motorcycles with the brake-reaction bracket issue…
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. – Zero Motorcycles Inc. will recall 45 model year 2022 Zero SR, Zero SR/F and Zero SR/S hybrid-electric models because they have been manufactured with incorrect rear brake pads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
Source: ZF announcement Not every race track fan has a van at their disposal which they can use to transport their machine to the track. In fact, most riders of sports bikes and supermotos travel by road to race training…