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The Numbers Are In: Motorcycle Fatalities Are Down In The U.S.

The Numbers Are In: Motorcycle Fatalities Are Down In The U.S.

The Numbers Are In: Motorcycle Fatalities Are Down In The U.S.

Down year-on-year, but here's why the overall trend needs improvement.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut Dec 03, 2019

Recall: VCAN V531 Motorcycle Helmet

Recall: VCAN V531 Motorcycle Helmet

Recall: VCAN V531 Motorcycle Helmet

Cheap lids aren't worth it. Again.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut Nov 13, 2019

Recall: Some Indian Models Could Display The Wrong Gear

Recall: Some Indian Models Could Display The Wrong Gear

Recall: Some Indian Models Could Display The Wrong Gear

Models 2014 to 2019 are affected.

By Sabrina Giacomini Nov 08, 2019

Recall: Some Ducati Hypermotards May Suddenly Lose Power

Recall: Some Ducati Hypermotards May Suddenly Lose Power

Recall: Some Ducati Hypermotards May Suddenly Lose Power

A potential battery problem on some bikes could lead to crashes.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut Nov 06, 2019

Recall: The Honda Monkey Could Lose Its Rack

Recall: The Honda Monkey Could Lose Its Rack

Recall: The Honda Monkey Could Lose Its Rack

A Monkey without its bar.

By Sabrina Giacomini Nov 04, 2019

Recall: BMW Issues Two Recalls On S 1000 RR And On K 1600 Line Up

Recall: BMW Issues Two Recalls On S 1000 RR And On K 1600 Line Up

Recall: BMW Issues Two Recalls On S 1000 RR And On K 1600 Line Up

Two birds, one stone.

By Sabrina Giacomini Oct 17, 2019

Recall: The Honda CRF450L Could Lose Its Horn

Recall: The Honda CRF450L Could Lose Its Horn

Recall: The Honda CRF450L Could Lose Its Horn

The sound of silence.

By Sabrina Giacomini Oct 17, 2019

Recall: Can-Am Ryker Might Have Wheel Nuts Defect

Recall: Can-Am Ryker Might Have Wheel Nuts Defect

Recall: Can-Am Ryker Might Have Wheel Nuts Defect

There is an increased risk of losing a wheel.

By Sabrina Giacomini Oct 04, 2019

BMW C 400 X and G 310 GS/R Recalled For Possible Brake Corrosion

BMW C 400 X and G 310 GS/R Recalled For Possible Brake Corrosion

BMW C 400 X and G 310 GS/R Recalled For Possible Brake Corrosion

Check for signs of corrosion on the affected models.

By Sabrina Giacomini Aug 28, 2019

Recall: Small Hondas Recalled For Transmission Issues

Recall: Small Hondas Recalled For Transmission Issues

Recall: Small Hondas Recalled For Transmission Issues

CBR, CRF, and Rebel owners, beware.

By Sabrina Giacomini Jun 25, 2019

Recall: Suzuki GSX-250R Could Have Rear Brake Lighting Issues

Recall: Suzuki GSX-250R Could Have Rear Brake Lighting Issues

Recall: Suzuki GSX-250R Could Have Rear Brake Lighting Issues

Over 2,600 units are affected.

By Sabrina Giacomini Jun 24, 2019

Which States Are The Most Dangerous For Motorcyclists?

Which States Are The Most Dangerous For Motorcyclists?

Which States Are The Most Dangerous For Motorcyclists?

Here are the hotspots for incidents.

By Sabrina Giacomini May 14, 2019

Recall: 2019 Triumph Speed Twin

Recall: 2019 Triumph Speed Twin

Recall: 2019 Triumph Speed Twin

A misrouted coolant hose may rupture with messy results.

By Justin Hughes Apr 07, 2019

Recall: BMW C600 And C650 Recalled For Brake Fluid Leak

Recall: BMW C600 And C650 Recalled For Brake Fluid Leak

Recall: BMW C600 And C650 Recalled For Brake Fluid Leak

Too much twisting of the head stock is the culprit.

By Sabrina Giacomini Apr 03, 2019

Kawasaki Recalls Z125 PRO Models For Faulty ECU Programming

Kawasaki Recalls Z125 PRO Models For Faulty ECU Programming

Kawasaki Recalls Z125 PRO Models For Faulty ECU Programming

The Kawasaki Z125 PRO is being recalled again, this time for ECU issues.

By Tim Huber Dec 21, 2017

NHTSA Seeks Driver Distraction Comments

NHTSA Seeks Driver Distraction Comments

NHTSA Seeks Driver Distraction Comments

The NHTSA is seeking driver distraction comments from the community. Speak up if you want to be heard.

By Tod Rafferty Jan 18, 2017

Are Motorcycle Police Drones Coming?

Are Motorcycle Police Drones Coming?

Are Motorcycle Police Drones Coming?

Are Motorcycle Police Drones Coming? Apparently, we will be monitored by autonomous robot police vehicles sooner than later. Can you say Skynet anyone?

By Tod Rafferty Jan 06, 2017

Motorcycle Action Network Seeks to Clean Up NHTSA

Motorcycle Action Network Seeks to Clean Up NHTSA

Motorcycle Action Network Seeks to Clean Up NHTSA

MAN Seeks to Clean Up NHTSA

By Tod Rafferty Dec 21, 2016

NHTSA: Road Fatalities Up in 2015

NHTSA: Road Fatalities Up in 2015

NHTSA: Road Fatalities Up in 2015

A report from the NHTSA shows motorcyclist fatalities rose in 2015.

By Tod Rafferty Sep 15, 2016

Has Riding a Motorcycle Really Become Safer?

Has Riding a Motorcycle Really Become Safer?

Has Riding a Motorcycle Really Become Safer?

New numbers suggest riding a motorcycle is safer. Is it true or do the numbers tell a different story?

By William Connor Jan 28, 2015

NHTSA Waives "Buy-American" Clause

NHTSA Waives

NHTSA Waives "Buy-American" Clause

NHTSA uses common sense in granting a purchase waiver to Michigan for training motorcycles.

By William Connor Oct 14, 2014

Watson On: Total Recall

Watson On: Total Recall

Watson On: Total Recall

It might make you raise an eyebrow and wonder how on earth some of these recall bikes ever made it into dealer showrooms, let alone leave the factory, with some of the reported issues.

By Tim Watson Apr 15, 2014

NHTSA: Motorcyclists Are Still Drinking And Riding

NHTSA: Motorcyclists Are Still Drinking And Riding

NHTSA: Motorcyclists Are Still Drinking And Riding

Despite extensive federal and state awareness campaigns, more than 27 percent of motorcycle riders killed in drinking and riding crashes.

By Tim Watson Jan 16, 2014

What The Latest NHTSA Motorcycle Data Reveals

What The Latest NHTSA Motorcycle Data Reveals

What The Latest NHTSA Motorcycle Data Reveals

The latest NHTSA motorcycle data findings are in and we tell you what the results mean for motorcycle riders.

By Tim Watson Nov 18, 2013

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