Aprilia MXV 450: Structure

Affects Aprilia MXV 450 · 2009 — about 12 vehicles.

The hazard

Certain motorcycles may experience cracking in the main frame area where the cooling radiator mounts to the frame. Cracks in the main frame would change how the motorcycle feels and handles while being ridden. This could affect stability and ride control, which could lead to a rider losing control of his/her motorcycle, resulting in a crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealer will install a frame support.

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