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DEFECT #1 - WHEELS
Posted on: 1981-12-01
Description
The balance weights which are attached to the front wheel of the motorcycle may cause the front tire to leak air slowly. If the air pressure gets low enough, the tire may shift on the rim and deflate rapidly.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Existing weights will be replaced with new weights that will not interfere with the sealing properties of the tire.
Notes
Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with bridgestone 4-ply ratingtubeless tires, size 3.25v-19 or 3.25h-19 and clip-on balance weights on thefront wheel.system: suspension; wheel balance weights.consequences of defect: rapid air loss may cause loss of control and, possibly,an accident.note: to minimize the chance of an accident prior to correction, make suretires are inflated to the recommended pressure before riding.