NHTSA recall 05V148000
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Details
What's wrong: On certain motorcycles, the sidestand may not retract as designed if contact is made with the ground when the vehicle is in motion.
Why it matters: This could, in turn, disrupt the stability of the motorcycle leading to a crash, causing death or injury to the rider.
The fix: Dealers will replace the sidestand pivot bolt with a similar bolt that is .100 inch longer free of charge. This change will allow the sidestand to operate as designed. The recall began May 5, 2005.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2005 Buell Xb12R, 2005 Buell Xb12S, 2005 Buell Xb9Sx.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 05V148000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.