Yamaha · Canada · High
Yamaha YZF1000R (YZF10RK), YZF-R1: Brakes
Affects Yamaha YZF1000R (YZF10RK), YZF-R1 · 1998–1999 — about 1K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the front brake pad material could separate from the backing plate due to insufficient adhesion. If pad separation occurs, there could be loss of braking ability with the front brake, which could lead to a possible crash. Correction: Front brake pads will be replaced with ones that have the pad material properly adhered to the backing plates.
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