Recalls for 2006 Bigdog Ridgeback

DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Posted on: 2007-08-15
Description
On certain motorcycles, a warped bus bar within the voltage regulator can cause a short circuit.

Consequence
This could possibly result in a fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the existing circuit breaker located between the voltage regulator positive battery lead (b+ lead) and the positive battery terminal with an alternative circuit protection device that will prevent a thermal event if there is a short to ground.  The recall began on october 1, 2007.  Owners may contact big dog at 1-316-219-9129 or email to customer.service@bigdogmotorcycles.com.

Notes
Customers may also 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.

DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND

Posted on: 2006-01-25
Description
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring may stretch and detach from the mounting bracket or the kickstand.  

Consequence
This will allow the kickstand to deploy into the extended position and cause a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new kickstand spring free of charge.  The recall began on february 17, 2006.  Owners may contact big dog at 316-267-9121.

Notes
Customers may also 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.