Recall 08V267000: 2008 Buell 1125R

Report received

Jun 16, 2008

Manufacturer

Buell motorcycle co.

Potentially affected

1,579vehicles

Model years

2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Buell is recalling 1,579 my 2008 1125r motorcycles. These vehicles can experience 5th gear galling on the clutch shaft due to lack of lubrication. This condition can allow the gear to seize to the shaft, resulting in rear wheel lock-up.

Possible consequence

This could result in a crash, which could cause injury or death to the rider.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the affected motorcycles free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2008. Owners may contact buell motorcycles at 1-414-343-8400.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Buell 1125R6 complaints