Big Dog Motorcycles has issued a recall of certain 2006 K-9 and 2007 K-9, Bulldog, and Mastiff models for an equipment problem with an accessory sissy bar.
Certain Big Dog aftermarket sissy bar assemblies were sold as an accessory part for the motorcycles associated with this recall. The sissy bar assemblies may be undersized, allowing excessive movement of the sissy bar. Over time, this could cause the bolts that retain the sissy bar to break allowing the sissy bar to detach from the motorcycle. This condition could occur without warning and could result in injury and/or a crash.
1800 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Friday, August 31, 2007
Watsonian-Squire – history in the making
I've just published on www.inter-bike.co.uk a fascinating article on the history of Watsonian-Squire. Fo those of who don't know, they are Britain’s longest surviving motorcycle sidecar manufacturer and also who retail the Royal Enfield range of classic motorcycles in the UK. The article charts the history of this, one of the last great survivors of the British motorcycle industry from 1912 to the current day.
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
Thursday, August 30, 2007
2007 Buell Ulysses XB12X Road test
If you like you bikes on the edge in the raw, then I've just put my road test of Buell's intoxicating Buell Ulyssess XB12X up on www.inter-bike.co.uk
Read why I think the XB12X is worth the morning after hangover!
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Good Motorcycle rides # 37
A great way to exit north from the city. Clear Mountain
Riding north out of Brisbane there are a few ways to get here, my favourite way from the CBD is via Old Northern Rd, then Eatons Crosing Rd, then the excellent little twisty Clear Mt Rd, then onto Winn Rd and arrive past Samford on the road to Dayboro - which leading onto Mt Mee is the the well beaten path north other than the highway.I
Riding north out of Brisbane there are a few ways to get here, my favourite way from the CBD is via Old Northern Rd, then Eatons Crosing Rd, then the excellent little twisty Clear Mt Rd, then onto Winn Rd and arrive past Samford on the road to Dayboro - which leading onto Mt Mee is the the well beaten path north other than the highway.I
Northern exposure
Wow what a great day after all that rain. I woke late and was surprised to see nothing but blue sky so quickly had some breakfast and because already 9.00am I decided to ride north.I can see the attraction of the north, 15-20 minutes from the CBD and I am already enjoying good roads. However the down side of this proximity is I am sharing with alot of other bikes and cars compared to the south,
Saturday, August 25, 2007
BMW Recalls 2007 G650X Models for Fuel Pump Problem
BMW has issued a recall of certain 2007 Motorcycle models including G650X Challenge, G650X Country, and G650X Moto.
On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump wiring set has not been manufactured according to specification. The contacts in the plug for the fuel pump can break. The fuel pump will fail and fuel delivery to the engine would cease causing the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
764 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump wiring set has not been manufactured according to specification. The contacts in the plug for the fuel pump can break. The fuel pump will fail and fuel delivery to the engine would cease causing the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
764 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Friday, August 24, 2007
Big Dog Motorcycles Recalls 2007 Bulldog for Tachometer Short
Big Dog Motorcycles has issued a recall of certain 2007 Bulldog models.
On certain motorcycles, the tachometer board may have been improperly installed. Improperly installed tachometer boards may develop a short circuit that could cause the motorcycle to shut down. This could occur without prior warning and result in a crash.
181 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
On certain motorcycles, the tachometer board may have been improperly installed. Improperly installed tachometer boards may develop a short circuit that could cause the motorcycle to shut down. This could occur without prior warning and result in a crash.
181 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Thursday, August 23, 2007
BMW Recalls 2007 F650 GS Motorcycle for Handlebar Problem
BMW has issued a recall of certain 2007 F650 GS Motorcycle models.
On certain motorcycles, the clamping blocks and the top fork bridge were not manufactured according to specifications. Consequently, the handlebars might not be held securely in position. It is possible for the handlebars to move out of their correct position when the motorcycle is being maneuvered, or when it is being ridden, increasing the risk of a crash.
425 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
On certain motorcycles, the clamping blocks and the top fork bridge were not manufactured according to specifications. Consequently, the handlebars might not be held securely in position. It is possible for the handlebars to move out of their correct position when the motorcycle is being maneuvered, or when it is being ridden, increasing the risk of a crash.
425 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
BMW Recalls 2007 G650X Models for Chain Tensioner Problem
BMW has issued a recall of certain 2007 Motorcycle models including G650X Challenge, G650X Country, and G650X Moto.
On certain motorcycles, a left-side chain tensioner has been incorrectly installed on the right side. As a result, a hex nut, which is used to secure the chain tensioner, is improperly seated against the tensioner. Loosening of the chain tensioner and the rear wheel axle may occur. This could lead to a condition in which the motorcycle is unstable, increasing the risk of a crash.
173 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
On certain motorcycles, a left-side chain tensioner has been incorrectly installed on the right side. As a result, a hex nut, which is used to secure the chain tensioner, is improperly seated against the tensioner. Loosening of the chain tensioner and the rear wheel axle may occur. This could lead to a condition in which the motorcycle is unstable, increasing the risk of a crash.
173 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Piaggio Recalls 2008 MP3 250RL Motor Scooters for Loose Bolt Problem
Piaggio has issued a recall of certain 2008 MP3 250RL Motorcycles.
On certain motor scooters, the head of the engine attachment bolt (P/N 597080) may break. If the bolt were to break, the engine could become loose and detach itself from the vehicle frame, increasing the risk of a crash.
159 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
On certain motor scooters, the head of the engine attachment bolt (P/N 597080) may break. If the bolt were to break, the engine could become loose and detach itself from the vehicle frame, increasing the risk of a crash.
159 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Suzuki Issues Recall of 2007 GSX-R1000 Motorcycles for Idle Speed Control Problem
Suzuki has issued a recall of certain 2007 GSX-R1000 Motorcycles.
On certain motorcycles, each time the ignition switch is turned off, the engine control module (ECM) pre-sets the position of the idle speed control (ISC) valve for subsequent engine starting by opening the valve completely and then closing it to a start-up position. Due to improper shape of the internal mechanism that moves the ISC valve, the valve may remain in the open position instead of moving to the correct start-up position. This can result in no-load engine idle speeds as high as 5000 rpm the next time the engine is started. If the rider chooses to operate the motorcycle in this condition, the rider may have difficulty operating the motorcycle, which could result in a crash.
13398 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
On certain motorcycles, each time the ignition switch is turned off, the engine control module (ECM) pre-sets the position of the idle speed control (ISC) valve for subsequent engine starting by opening the valve completely and then closing it to a start-up position. Due to improper shape of the internal mechanism that moves the ISC valve, the valve may remain in the open position instead of moving to the correct start-up position. This can result in no-load engine idle speeds as high as 5000 rpm the next time the engine is started. If the rider chooses to operate the motorcycle in this condition, the rider may have difficulty operating the motorcycle, which could result in a crash.
13398 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Honda Issues Recall of 2002-2005 VFR800 Motorcycles for Electrical Problem
Honda has issued a recall of certain 2002-2005 VFR800 models.
On certain motorcycles, the front fairing sub-harness (section of the wiring harness) transfers the electrical grounding load of the headlights, front turn signals, instrument panel, and various relays to the main wiring harness via an 18-pin connector. Under certain conditions, the ground wire terminals inside the connector can overheat, resulting in melting of the connector and a loss of power to various circuits. As a result, a loss of critical lighting or engine power could occur without warning, which could cause a crash.
An unspecified number of units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
On certain motorcycles, the front fairing sub-harness (section of the wiring harness) transfers the electrical grounding load of the headlights, front turn signals, instrument panel, and various relays to the main wiring harness via an 18-pin connector. Under certain conditions, the ground wire terminals inside the connector can overheat, resulting in melting of the connector and a loss of power to various circuits. As a result, a loss of critical lighting or engine power could occur without warning, which could cause a crash.
An unspecified number of units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Big Dog Motorcycles Recalls 2005-2006 Models for Voltage Regulator Problem
Big Dog Motorcycles has issued a recall of certain 2005 motorcycle models including Bulldog, DT Chopper, Mastiff, N-Chopper, Pitbull, and Ridgeback. Also included in the recall are certain 2006 motorcycle models including Chopper, K-9, Mastiff, Pitbull, and Ridgeback.
On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit. This could possibly result in a fire.
7611 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit. This could possibly result in a fire.
7611 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
Amazing pictures of Troy Corser crash at Redgate
Well the new motorcycling content just keeps on coming on www.inter-bike.co.uk. Have just put a fantastic world superbike picture gallery of ten pictures kindly donated by amateur photographer Nick Cook, showing in stop frame detail Troy Corser's crash at Redgate at the start of his superpole lap in the 2007 World Superbike Championship (WSB) at Donington Park. An amazing set of pictures. The gallery is also backed by another great track entitled appropriately "Standstill" from British Rock band - Electric River.
Hope you enjoy the pics and the music.
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Harry Potter's Motorcycle Rides
Since I was one of the people who started reading the Harry Potter 7-book series just as the new movie based on book 5 came out, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. It turns out that Harry first appears riding on a flying motorcycle in the first book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Then in the last book (book 7) just released, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, he again rides on the same flying motorcycle, this time with an attached sidecar.
The rider of the bike is the character Hagrid, a giant of a man. The owner of the bike is Sirius Black. You'll be following these two main characters throughout the books.
J. K. Rowling's astounding work of fiction took me the better part of six weeks to get all the way through to the end of book 7. You say this is a children's book? Maybe book 1 with 319 pages is but from then on, it gets darker and darker as Harry ages from 11 to 17. Book 7 is 759 pages of pretty much non-stop battle scenes. The new movie, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, is based on book 5 that has 870 pages.
I was startled to see a motorcycle in book 1. When I got to book 7, the motorcycle was there again, this time outfitted for battle.
Harry Potter was a very good read and even better since it had a magic motorcycle in it. Way to go Ms. Rowling.
The rider of the bike is the character Hagrid, a giant of a man. The owner of the bike is Sirius Black. You'll be following these two main characters throughout the books.
J. K. Rowling's astounding work of fiction took me the better part of six weeks to get all the way through to the end of book 7. You say this is a children's book? Maybe book 1 with 319 pages is but from then on, it gets darker and darker as Harry ages from 11 to 17. Book 7 is 759 pages of pretty much non-stop battle scenes. The new movie, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, is based on book 5 that has 870 pages.
I was startled to see a motorcycle in book 1. When I got to book 7, the motorcycle was there again, this time outfitted for battle.
Harry Potter was a very good read and even better since it had a magic motorcycle in it. Way to go Ms. Rowling.
Britain Oldest Bikers!
Motorcycle insurance specialists Bennetts Insurance, reputedly the UK's number one for motorbike insurance have today published an article on Britain's oldest bikers (O.A.B). Its an article that gives us all hope that when we reach these bikers ripe ages we'll still be riding our motorcycles and enjoying them just as much.
They all show what fun motorcycling can be what ever your age!
The full article with pic's is published on www.inter-bike.co.uk at http://www.inter-bike.co.uk/tblnewspop.asp?news=1965
Picture: 79-year-old biker Gordon Snead from Ardrossan
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
Bulldog Bash 2007
I've just posted on www.inter-bike.co.uk, Ian Kerr's review of this years Bulldog Bash, on of Europe's biggest biker parties. Complete with comprehensive picture slideshow Ian's article will give you the flavour of this years event if you missed, or relive it if you went!
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
Monday, August 20, 2007
Motorcycle Forums and Lots More
Motorcycle Views is more than just this blog. It has a newsletter, a main site, and a motorcycle forum.
Signup for the newsletter to keep up-to-date with site changes and important forum discussions. I always have four forum discussions listed in the newsletter.
The main site has most of the content that I created for the old About.com site. I continue to add to that content. I have many features on that site including motorcycle pictures, women on motorcycles, user reviews, motorcycle recalls, motorcycle tattoos, makes and models, and a motorcycle tests index.
My motorcycle forum is now on Delphi and has attracted most of the regulars from the old site. So, if you've missed hearing from a former member, check out the forum and see if they're now in the new forum. This is a very active motorcycle forum with a good mix of experience and we ride all brands of motorcycles. Both men and women riders are represented.
So, be sure to check out the complete site so you don't miss anything.
Signup for the newsletter to keep up-to-date with site changes and important forum discussions. I always have four forum discussions listed in the newsletter.
The main site has most of the content that I created for the old About.com site. I continue to add to that content. I have many features on that site including motorcycle pictures, women on motorcycles, user reviews, motorcycle recalls, motorcycle tattoos, makes and models, and a motorcycle tests index.
My motorcycle forum is now on Delphi and has attracted most of the regulars from the old site. So, if you've missed hearing from a former member, check out the forum and see if they're now in the new forum. This is a very active motorcycle forum with a good mix of experience and we ride all brands of motorcycles. Both men and women riders are represented.
So, be sure to check out the complete site so you don't miss anything.
Friday, August 17, 2007
Great new MotoGP Pictures
Amateur photographer John Day has donated 22 great motogp pictures he took a the British round of the MotoGP Championship at Donington Park in June this year.
In addition as with all the motorcycle picture galleries on www.inter-bike.co.uk, the pictures are backed with a great rock track, appropriately entitled "Combat" from British rock band "Electric River".
You can view them on www.inter-bike.co.uk at http://www.inter-bike.co.uk/gallery.asp?gname=PG41
Enjoy!
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
Monday, August 13, 2007
Saturday ride
Why do bikers so often go for their ride on a Sunday. Is it just habit of do the chores and shopping Saturday then go for ride on Sunday.I went for a ride on Saturday, not the first time and may not be the last. Less cars in the mountains day tripping, less people in cafes so no problem to get a good table, no crowd at the pub for lunch. Not always going to work as you can go grocery shopping on
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Good Motorcycle rides # 36
Tumbulgum (and Terranora)
I am breaking Tumbulgum out of the side roads listing to give it a post of its own as its too good to leave as simply a side road and if you add on Terranora then you have a fair distance of excellent riding to cover.
To do this ride you best approach from a position of having ridden down over Currumbin or Numinbah ranges or if returning from Murwillumbah or Tyalgum
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Motorcycle User Reviews
One of the most popular features I had on the old site was Motorcycle User Reviews. These were written by actual owners and sent to me. I did a complete edit job on each User Review. I also started asking reviewers to send me a picture of their bike to include with the review. That made for a really excellent product that both described the pros and cons of the bike and also let the reader take a look at the actual motorcycle. I had close to 800 user reviews.
I have also started up a Motorcycle User Reviews feature on my new site, Motorcycle Views. Currently it has close to 50 user reviews. I want to grow this feature but it all depends on you. I know you like to tell others about your bike and I know that you like to show pictures of your bike. Why not sit down and write a user review of your bike and send it along with a picture to be included in Motorcycle User Reviews?
Take a look at the Motorcycle User Reviews I already have and then Submit a Motorcycle User Review, today.
Stars Riding Motorcycles
Here are a few pictures of your favorite stars riding their motorcycles. This comes from Glam.com.
I also have a feature on the Motorcycle Views site called Famous Motorcyclists. Take a look.
I also have a feature on the Motorcycle Views site called Famous Motorcyclists. Take a look.
Monday, August 6, 2007
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Webcams
The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally officially opens today in Sturgis, SD.
Here's a link to my Sturgis article that includes a link to the new Sturgis Webcams. You can see what's going on there via many Webcams trained on the street and updated frequently.
Sturgis is a rally not to be missed. Many go every year. My last trip was in 1993, the year of the floods. This year it may be the year of the heat.
Here's a link to my Sturgis article that includes a link to the new Sturgis Webcams. You can see what's going on there via many Webcams trained on the street and updated frequently.
Sturgis is a rally not to be missed. Many go every year. My last trip was in 1993, the year of the floods. This year it may be the year of the heat.
The 100,000th BMW R 1200 GS
BMW Motorrad has just celebrated the building of the 100,000th BMW R 1200 GS, making the BMW R 1200 GS the most successful BMW motorcycle of all time. Read what BMW Mottorrad UK have to say here.
www.inter-bike.co.uk had the pleasure of road testing the R 1200 GS for some 900 miles, read the road test here.
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
Sunday, August 5, 2007
More great motorcycle roads
Today I explored the Tallebudgera valley a little more and discovered a couple more fun roads.Tallebudgera Creek road is a dead end and I tend not to ride roads that don't connect to another very often. So I was hoping to find a side road to connect this and the other dead end (but fantastic) Currumbin rock pool road together.Unfortunately the Mt Cougal road at the end of each is dirt and not
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Brooklands Museum – The Birthplace of British Motorsport and Aviation
I've just published on www.inter-bike.co.uk a fascinating article on the history of the Brooklands racing circuit and in particular the development of motorcycle racing at Brooklands and how this pioneering motorcycling spirit is still being kept alive at the Brooklands Museum today.
Read my article by following this link: -
Brooklands Museum – The Birthplace of British Motorsport and Aviation
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Mouth watering biker recipes for August
For those of you who are regular followers of our biker chef - "Chef FatBoy", I've just published this month's mouth-watering selection of biker recipes in the inter-bike International Cafe section on the home page of www.inter-bike.co.uk.
Chef Fatboy's recipes this month feature the extensive use of Bourbon and Whiskey!
If you want to find out more about Chef-FatBoy, and read more recipes and cooking advice, then visit his own website at http://www.chef-fatboy.com and blog at : http://chef-fatboybbq.blogspot.com.
Ride safe!
Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
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