Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
What Happened
The gear wheels in your motorcycle's transmission are like two interlocking pieces that help you shift gears. In some cases, these gears might not be securely locked in place, which could cause problems when shifting from 5th to 6th gear.
Risk if Unfixed
If the gears don't seat properly, they could crack and break, making it impossible to shift gears. This could also cause your rear wheel to lock up, which could affect the stability of your motorcycle, especially on slippery roads or when braking suddenly.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will inspect your transmission and replace the gear box if needed, completely free of charge. You'll receive a notification by December 2002, and if you don't get the repair done within a reasonable time, contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117, option #4.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE 3RD AND 4TH TRANSMISSION GEAR (SHIFT) WHEELS MAY NOT BE SECURELY SEATED ON THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. CONSEQUENTLY, WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SHIFT FROM 5TH TO 6TH GEAR, ENGAGEMENT OF THE TWO GEARS MAY OCCUR SIMULTANEOUSLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THIS HAPPENS, THE GEAR WHEELS COULD CRACK RESULTING IN A LOSS OF TRANSMISSION CAPABILITY, OR, A LOCK OF TRANSMISSION COULD OCCUR. THE REAR WHEEL COULD LOCK WHICH, DEPENDING UPON TRAFFIC AND ROAD CONDITIONS, AND THE RIDER'S REACTION, COULD AFFECT THE STABILITY OF THE MOTORCYCLE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MOTORCYCLES AND REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION GEAR BOX IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117, OPTION #4.
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