1989 Kawasaki Motorcycle Recalls
A 1989 Kawasaki motorcycle may be recalled by the manufacturer and officially announced by the NHTSA or other government agencies due to defective products or materials, safety alerts, or other dangers to consumers. Choose a model to view a complete list
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A 1989 Kawasaki motorcycle may be recalled by the manufacturer and officially announced by the NHTSA or other government agencies due to defective products or materials, safety alerts, or other dangers to consumers. Choose a model to view a complete list of 1989 Kawasaki motorcycle recalls, the danger and consequence, and the solution offered by the manufacturer.
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POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
A MISALIGNMENT OF AN OIL SUPPLY HOLE IN A BUSHING PREVENTS OIL DELIVERY TO A PORTION OF THE CLUTCH ACTIVATING MECHANISM. ... more
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POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
| Recall Date: |
APR 11, 1991 |
| Model Affected: |
KZ1000 |
| Units Affected: |
1879 |
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Summary
A MISALIGNMENT OF AN OIL SUPPLY HOLE IN A BUSHING PREVENTS OIL DELIVERY TO A PORTION OF THE CLUTCH ACTIVATING MECHANISM.
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Consequence
INCONSISTENT CLUTCH OPERATIONS CAUSED BY LACK OF OILDELIVERY TO CLUTCH ACTIVATING MECHANISM COULD CAUSE UNEXPECTED LOSS OF VEHICLECONTROL.
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Remedy
REPLACE DEFECTIVE NEEDLE BEARING RACES AS NECESSARY.
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KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP.
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STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
BOLTS THAT SECURE HANDLEBARS TO THEIR HOLDERS CAN LOOSEN OR FRACTURE. ... more
| Component: |
STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
| Recall Date: |
OCT 20, 1989 |
| Model Affected: |
ZX750 |
| Units Affected: |
1953 |
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Summary
BOLTS THAT SECURE HANDLEBARS TO THEIR HOLDERS CAN LOOSEN OR FRACTURE.
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Consequence
HANDLE BARS COULD SEPERATE FROM THE HOLDER RESULTING INLOSS OF DRIVER CONTROL WITH POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.
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Remedy
REPLACE HOLDER ASSEMBLY WITH REVISED HOLDER DESIGN THAT USES TWO BOLTS.
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KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP.
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WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
REAR WHEEL HUB DAMPER MAY SLIP OUT OF POSITION AND BECOME DAMAGED DURING HARD ACCELERATION, ALLOWING EXCESSIVE MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE HUB COUPLING AND THE REAR WHEEL HUB. ... more
| Component: |
WHEELS:CENTER SECTION |
| Recall Date: |
JUN 01, 1988 |
| Model Affected: |
ZX1000 |
| Units Affected: |
1497 |
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Summary
REAR WHEEL HUB DAMPER MAY SLIP OUT OF POSITION AND BECOME DAMAGED DURING HARD ACCELERATION, ALLOWING EXCESSIVE MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE HUB COUPLING AND THE REAR WHEEL HUB.
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Consequence
DAMPER COULD DETERIORATE COMPLETELY AND REAR WHEEL HUBOR TRANSMISSION GEARS MAY BREAK, WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND ANACCIDENT.
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Remedy
REPLACE DAMPER, IF DAMAGED; REMOVE OIL ON REAR HUB AND SPROCKET CARRIER; AND INSTALL SPACERS IN SPROCKET CARRIER TO KEEP REAR HUB DAMPER FROM DEFORMING.
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Notes
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP.
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BMW F 800 GS delayed due to sibling popularity
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - January 24, 2008... Motorcycle enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the arrival of BMW's new F 800 GS will need to be a bit more patient, as production of the middleweight dual-purpose...
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BMW Motorcycles: The Name equals Change. Part V
So what about the numerous model codes that we have also become
acquainted with over the years, such as R, RS, S, CS, C, CL, GS, RT,
RS, GT and LT? ...
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McQueen Kawasaki goes on Auction
International auction house Bonhams & Butterfields will be offering for sale motorcycles previously owned by screen legends Clark Gable and Steve McQueen (pictured) at next month's auction at...
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Aerostich Press Release
Can you hear me now? These revamped WWII-era field phones come with no frills, fees or frustrations. Just wind up the generator, dial the number and you're good to go. ...
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gas tank
Does anyone know of an easier way to fill up the gas tank and not walk away smelling like gas? So much gas is spilled when I fill up. What are some other tactics for topping off my gas tank with out...
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James Parker
I read with interest the article on Parkers RADD design in the January edition of Motorcyclist. I just love new technology. Just a few observations from a non-engineer. "Compared to a traditional...
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NC - The Morehead City Triangle
If you are longing for an adventure on the coast of North Carolina, there is none better than going two wheels through the souther outer banks! I must admit that I had a leg-up on most of you with...
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PA - Fishing Creek Valley
A good 20 mile twisty-turn journey starting from Fort Hunter Park along the Susquehanna River in Harrisburg, PA. PA RT 443 takes you through a valley of the Appalachian Mountains where you can...
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Rally the Troops
Well I guess they're showing an effort to help this place stay alive. So, come on people start posting and getting involved to make it worth while. I've been to CW's website it's quite lively on all...
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The Rally's of 2008
There will be a lot of great rally's happening on the East Coast in 2008. Myrtle Beach, Laconia, Daytona, Jersey Shore, and many more! More importantly, if you can make it, you must pay tribute to...
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First Gear Rainier - HYPER OR A KEEPER?
First Gear Rainier - Is it really all THAT!? Time for me to upgrade from my second Kili- especially now that I'm on a sportbike and they were not cut for crouching.
Anyone care to share their...
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Hello
Hello everyone. I am new to this forum and I wanted to give a shout out to everyone here. I recently bought my first bike and I am very excited about it....
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