Speaking of recalls...

[BC1100S]

Honda Motor Co. is recalling 126,000 motorcycles for a second time because their brakes can malfunction.
The recall covers Honda's GL-1800 motorcycles for model years 2001-2010 and 2012. A problem with the secondary brake master cylinder can cause the rear brake to drag, potentially leading to a crash or fire.
Honda had received 533 complaints through July 24, including reports of eight small fires. There have been no reports of crashes or injuries as a result of the problem.
Honda originally recalled the motorcycles in December 2011 but continued to receive complaints. It says in documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that the "root cause has not been determined" and it is continuing to investigate.
Honda will send a letter to each motorcycle owner explaining how to look for the problem. Motorcycles with the defect can be taken to the dealer for inspection. Owners will get a second letter when repairs and replacement parts are available.

 

[dbrick]

What is a "secondary brake master cylinder?"

 

[20774]

What is a "secondary brake master cylinder?"

Seems it's part of Honda's ABS system...they call it a CBS or combined braking system.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Combined_braking_system

 

[JT_R1200S]

Yup we have another one...

 

[henzilla]

I thought it was for the onboard cappuccino machine acting up

Once again, no brand is immune these days. We still have 6 bikes, R's and K's with that fuel pump flange that need to see a dealer

 

[na1g]

The GoldWing recall is for a faulty power recliner seat. Seems the vibro-massage feature (used to introduce some feeling of mechanical process to the otherwise too smooth six) can over-excite the rider, leading to unintended consequences.

Actually, the secondary master cylinder uses the rotation of a front caliper, when the front brake is applied, to push on a small master cylinder built into the fork leg, to add braking force to the rear brake disk. It's not as complicated as it sounds and actually works very well until the secondary cylinder gets crudded-up with grime and rust. A similar system is used on the ST1300 which for some reason is not included in the recall.

pete

 

[dunc723]

The GoldWing recall is for a faulty power recliner seat. Seems the vibro-massage feature (used to introduce some feeling of mechanical process to the otherwise too smooth six) can over-excite the rider, leading to unintended consequences.

I heard it was for a faulty pump in the passenger hot tub that can overheat and cause the passenger to fall asleep and potentially drown.

 

[RYD1WD]

ST1300's are having similar problems, rear brake bits going up in flames.