Yamaha · Canada · High
Yamaha YZF1000R (YZF10RK), YZF-R1: Engine
Affects Yamaha YZF1000R (YZF10RK), YZF-R1 · 1998–1999 — about 1K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain motorcycles, a coolant hose clamp at the thermostat housing may not have been properly tightened and could permit the hose to come off during motorcycle operation. Steam released from the cooling system could obscure the vision of the rider and/or leaking coolant could cause the rear tire to slip, resulting in loss of vehicle control and a possible crash. Correction: Coolant hose clamps will be replaced and properly tightened.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational