Recall 09V-235: 2009 Royal Enfield Bullet Classic C5, 2009 Royal Enfield Bullet Electra E-5 EFI and 4 more
CLASSIC MOTORWORKS LIMITED, USA recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jun 25, 2009, covering about 233 vehicles.
The problem
Classic motorworks is recalling 233 my 2009 bullet electra e-5, bullet g5 classic, bullet g5 military, and bullet g5 deluxe motorcycles equipped with the unit construction, efi engine. These motorcycles can experience third gear galling on the clutch shaft due to lack of lubrication. This condition can allow the gear to seize to the shaft, causing rear wheel lock up.
The risk
This could result in a crash that could cause injury or death to the rider.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace first, second and third gears with new gears which have a bi-metal bronze bushing and a new clutch main shaft free of charge. The recall began on june 29, 2009. Owners may contact classic motorworks at 1-800-201-7472.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CLASSIC MOTORWORKS LIMITED, USA |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Clutch Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V235000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Enfield Bullet Classic C5 | 2009 | All years |
| Royal Enfield Bullet Electra E-5 EFI | 2009 | All years |
| Royal Enfield Bullet G5 Classic EFI | 2009 | All years |
| Royal Enfield Bullet G5 Classic Electra | 2009 | All years |
| Royal Enfield Bullet G5 Deluxe EFI | 2009 | All years |
| Royal Enfield Bullet G5 Military EFI | 2009 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 09V-235?
Classic motorworks is recalling 233 my 2009 bullet electra e-5, bullet g5 classic, bullet g5 military, and bullet g5 deluxe motorcycles equipped with the unit construction, efi engine. These motorcycles can experience third gear galling on the clutch shaft due to lack of lubrication. This condition can allow the gear to seize to the shaft, causing rear wheel lock up.
How is recall 09V-235 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and replace first, second and third gears with new gears which have a bi-metal bronze bushing and a new clutch main shaft free of charge. The recall began on june 29, 2009. Owners may contact classic motorworks at 1-800-201-7472.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.