Possible recall of bikes

[BigAlan]

Just saw this posted on the USA Concours site, it may affect us we Can either wait and see or put your VIN into the Kawasaki site indicated below.



Report Date :
July 27, 2012 at 08:10 AM
NHTSA Campaign ID number :  12V343000

Vehicle Make / Model:  KAWASAKI / CONCOURS 14
Model Year(s): 2008-2012
Manufacturer: KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
Mfr's Report Date: JUL 18, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V343000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected: 13,289

Summary:
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Concours 14 (ZG1400 A/B/C/D) motorcycles. Due to a gap between the brake pedal and guard, small
stone or debris can become trapped, creating a brake drag. This can cause the rear brake to overheat, leading to rear brake damage and lock-up or
failure of the rear brakes. The front brakes may also be affected on ZG1400C models.

Consequence:
If the brakes lock up or fail, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy:
Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear master cylinder rod end and remove the brake guard (if installed), free of charge.
The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, July 30, 2012. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

Notes:
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to
http://www.safercar.gov.

[Darren33]

I had this Rear brake pedal mod done on my old 2009 model but had to contact the dealer myself. It involved fitting a small steel bracket as a guard against stones getting lodged.

Other Recalls were faulty lock / brackets on the Panniers on the pre 2010 models and the rear plastic rack was prone to splitting too on pre 2010 models

just for info.

I thought these would have been sorted on the 2010 model but maybe worth a look.

[viper]

what am i looking for on a 2010 model to know , pics ??

[Hans]

What?
This is *really* old news... it's going way-back to 08'

[viper]

it was an issue in 08 , but this press release is in the last few days so are post 08 bikes still affected

[jenros]

evening guys, since ive only owned the "black beast" for just over a year now,i had a recall letter christmas time (2011),an since its kept all nice n warm an cosy in the garage over winter i had it done about 4wks ago,,, well it was fine and i did have a few hours out,,,,in the dry weather of course

[O.C.]

I seem to recall the modification being effected by a foam insert...or have I imagined that

[Kawdolph]

my bike was recalled for this before i bought it and that was a couple of years ago ,mine ia 08 model

[tommytool]

I'd be more worried about the rear pre-load adjuster which some of us are reporting as being seized. I checked mine before i bought it and it was fine - 4 weeks ago. On sunday I went to adjust it to make it a little softer and had a real job turning it - defo stiffer. I had to remove the rear pillion mount bracket to get a good purchase. I had an ohlins p/l adjuster on the R1 and dont remember it being that stiff.
By their nature they are "stiff" but if they are being replaced then is this an issue ? My bikes just out of 2 yr warranty so am at the will of Kwakas "goodwill" dept. 

[SirToU]

Most probably be flamed for this but....

I take mine off about once a year and use WD40 turning it about 8 clicks in and out.

Does the job for me....

Neil

[Darren33]

Took mine off straight after getting it home from the shop, held it with black adjuster downwards and squirted plenty of ACF50 into it and gave it plenty of clicks in each direction. Will probably repeat every 3 months to be safe. Maybe OCD but prevention better than cure and all that

Got a shock sock and hugger too.

OOOOH I do love my new beastie

might go and stroke it and tuck it in before bed

[tommytool]

I did squirt wd40 with unit inverted.  This helped but will do the same next weekend. The clicks worry me. Should the preload adjuster "click".  I thought that was the rebound adjustment.

[Lonewolf]

No the preload adjuster does click. 28 clicks in full on the 2010 + models.

[ohlinsr1]

FYI Dont use WD 40 on anything with rubber in it as it rots rubber and yes I found out the hard way ( Fork seals ) not sue about ACF50 it may be ok as again it was designed for the USAF / USNavy planes , I am in the lucky position of owning a 2012 bike and the preload adjuster turns with no probs with an audible click each full turn wind it in fully home and fully out every now and again ( Used to do the same on the scopes ), as for stones I dont see how this should be an issue ( Its in the states and consequently danger of a law suite ) I have had small stones or grit in the calipers before ( Bikes and Cars ) if you saw how much grit they spread on the roads round here during the winter you would understand , I am more worried about some of the neeps driving cars round here to be honest .

When you see the likes of Nick Sanders on an R1 round the world and where he takes it ..................blooming nutcase , I wouldnt have taken the motocross bike some of these places , the bike appeared to survive ok considering .

Just my outlook on it , quite willing to accept I may be wrong folks............

[tommytool]

Seems like I will have a problem then as the adjuster turns but is very stiff - even after WD40 treatment. I dont know whether it will loosen enough to discern the "clicks" though. Bit of a problem as I commute solo but always stiffen up when I do pillion. Anyone know how much a PL adjuster is if "K" dont honour a claim? Bike has done 6300 miles?