Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Low (Xl 1200L), Sportster 1200 Roadster (Xl 1200R) +5 more: Other

Affects Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Low (Xl 1200L), Sportster 1200 Roadster (Xl 1200R), Sportster 1200 Nightster (Xl 1200N), Sportster 883 (Xl), Sportster 883 Low (Xl 883L), Sportster 883 Roadster (Xl 883R), Sportster 1200 50TH Anniversary (XL50) · 2006–2007 — about 770 vehicles.

The hazard

On certain motorcycles, the rider's pant leg can contact the exhaust pipe. This could cause the pant leg to char or burn, and could injure the rider. Correction: Dealers will install an exhaust shield.

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