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Yamaha recalls Bolt over oil leak issue

Yamaha Australia has recalled their 2020 – 2021 Bolt cruiser (xvs950) due to an issue with oil leaking from the crankcase.

The official government notice blames the manufacturing issue for the leak in the engine crankcase.

It says “oil may leak on to the road and come in contact with the rear tyre”.

“This could result in a loss of control of the vehicle,” the notice says.

“A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of an accident, which may cause injury or death to rider and/or passenger or other road users.

Owners of the 26 affected motorcycles can contact their local Yamaha Dealer to make an appointment to have their model inspected and fixed free of charge.

Here is the VIN list of affected bikes:

JYAVN0770MA000134 JYAVN0775MA000131
JYAVN0770MA000179 JYAVN0775MA000159
JYAVN0771MA000126 JYAVN0776MA000123
JYAVN0771MA000157 JYAVN0776MA000137
JYAVN0772MA000121 JYAVN0776MA000168
JYAVN0772MA000135 JYAVN0777MA000129
JYAVN0773MA000127 JYAVN0777MA000132
JYAVN0773MA000130 JYAVN0777MA000180
JYAVN0773MA000158 JYAVN0778MA000124
JYAVN0774MA000122 JYAVN0778MA000138
JYAVN0774MA000136 JYAVN0779MA000133
JYAVN0774MA000167 JYAVN0779MA000147
JYAVN0775MA000128 JYAVN0779MA000150
JYAVN077XMA000125

YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS ON RECALLS

Even though manufacturers and importers usually contact owners when a recall is issued, the bike may have been sold privately to a rider unknown to the company.

Therefore, Motorbike Writer publishes all motorcycle and scooter recalls as a service to all riders.

If you believe there is an endemic problem with your bike that should be recalled, contact the ACCC on 1300 302 502.

To check whether your motorcycle has been recalled, click on these sites:

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Yamahas recalled on faulty brake switch

The official recall notice issued through the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says the faulty brake switch could “inhibit the cruise control and constantly illuminate the rear brake lights”.

“If the rear brake lights constantly illuminate, other road users will not know if the brakes are applied, increasing the risk of an accident or injury or death to the rider(s) and/or other road users.”

Owners of affected motorcycles should contact a Yamaha Dealer to arrange an appointment to have the brake switch replaced, free of charge.

Consumers can find their nearest authorised Yamaha dealership by visiting: https://www.yamaha-motor.com.au

For further information, contact Yamaha by phone on 1300 593 600.

YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS ON RECALLS

Maritha Keyser Cyclist rule endangers motorcyclists

Even though manufacturers and importers usually contact owners when a recall is issued, the bike may have been sold privately to a rider unknown to the company.

Therefore, Motorbike Writer publishes all motorcycle and scooter recalls as a service to all riders.

If you believe there is an endemic problem with your bike that should be recalled, contact the ACCC on 1300 302 502.

To check whether your motorcycle has been recalled, click on these sites:

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

Major upgrade for Yamaha MT-03

Yamaha’s attractive little MT-03 learner bike, gets a major cosmetic and performance upgrade for 2020, plus a price hike.

The MT-03 is now $A7299 ride away, compared with $A5699 (plus on-road costs) last year.

However, it now has much better suspension, all LED lighting, LCD dash, new and aggressive “Dark Lightning” styling and a choice of three colours: Ice Fluo, Icon Blue and Tech Black.Yamaha MT-03 2020

The styling features a pointier nose, bigger air scoops, dual position lights and a minimalist diamond frame design with very little bending or welding.

But more importantly the handling should be vastly improved with the addition of 37mm inverted KYB forks and a cast aluminium upper triple clamp plus an updated rear shock with seven-step preload adjustment.

The long 573mm swingarm reduces fluctuations in the angle of the swingarm in relation to the road surface during both compression and rebound when compared to a conventional, shorter  design.

Yamaha says this provides more efficient transmission of power to the rear wheel, particularly during acceleration, deceleration, and cornering.

MT-03 powerYamaha MT-03 2020

It is powered by a compact and lightweight 321cc inline twin-cylinder engine developed from Yamaha’s multi-championship-winning YZF-R3 sportsbike.

The liquid-cooled DOHC four-valve CP2 engine features a 180-degree crank and integrated counterbalancer.

This is a very popular and capable learner’s bike which we have enjoyed riding.

However, it is not without its issues having been recalled seven times since it was introduced in 2013.

Issues include brake problems, radiator leaks, gear shift problems, noisy gears, engine vibrations, fuel leaks, loss of electrical power, engine stalling and clutch failures.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com