The contact owns a 2017 Triumph Bonneville. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the motorcycle lost motive power while making turns. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness was faulty and needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was then taken to an independen…
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The contact owns a 2017 Triumph Bonneville. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the motorcycle lost motive power while making turns. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness was faulty and needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was then taken to an independent mechanic, who connected a split wire from the wiring harness; however, the failure recurred. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 3,500.
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Bonneville T120 and Bonneville T120 Black motorcycles. During use, the heated hand grips may expand and cause the throttle to stick open.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the throttle sticks open, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will install a spacer to prevent the throttle from sticking, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB 546.
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