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Restraint / CrashSeptember 21, 2017CPSC #17230

Renthal Recalls Motorcycle Clip-on Handlebars Due to Crash Hazard

Brand
Product
Other Products
Units affected
3,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves all Gen 1 and Gen 2 motorcycle clip-on aluminum handlebars for motorcycles distributed or sold for use on non-public roads. Gen 1 handlebars have a golden 40 mm tube with a black clamp and texturized gray end cover. Renthal and adjustability markings are etched on the tube and on the clamp. Gen 2 handlebars have a silver 20 mm tube with a black tip on one end and a two-screw clamp on the other end. Renthal is printed on the clamp. Gen 1 Gen 2 CL100 CL101 CL102 CL103 CL104 CL105 CL106 CL107 CL108 CL109

Hazard

The handlebar clamp can crack and fail, posing a crash hazard.

Injuries

Renthal has received 22 reports of handlebars cracking. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

United Kingdom

Where it was sold

  • Renthal motorcycle dealers nationwide from April 2009 through July 2017 for about $215.

Photos

1 Renthal’s Gen 1 motorcycle clip-on handlebarRenthal’s Gen 2 motorcycle clip-on handlebar
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