Hi Guys

Just got this notification of two motorcycle tyre recalls for defective off road and sports tyres.

Can you let your members know.

 

Regards

Dave Wright

President Motorcycle Riders Association of WA

Ulysses Club National Safety Committee (WA Rep.)

 

 

MITAS

 

Off-road

http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1044898

 

Sports

http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1061779

What are the defects?

During sustained high speed riding a bulge may appear on the tread of the tyre causing vibration and, in the most extreme of cases, some of the tread may become detached. This problem has been simulated in controlled and very severe test conditions.