Not sure if this is true or not but worth checking out if you have Tourance Nexts on your Tiger 1200?
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Dear Triumph Motorcycle Owner,
Pirelli Metzeler are in the process of launching a safety recall.
Our records indicate that you are the owner of a Tiger 1200 GT, Tiger 1200 GT Pro or Tiger 1200 GT Explorer model years 2022 through to 2025.
DO NOT RIDE NOTICE.
If your motorcycle is fitted with the original Metzeler Tourance Next 150/70R18 M/C 70V rear tyre or a subsequent replacement Metzeler Tourance Next 150/70R18 M/C 70V rear tyre you are advised not to ride the motorcycle until further notice.
Triumph is aware of some sudden rear tyre deflation incidents leading to accidents.
Replacement Metzeler Tourance Next 150/70R18 M/C 70V rear tyres are currently being manufactured and distributed. It will take several weeks for stocks to arrive in your market.
Further information will follow as Triumph receives updates from the tyre supplier.
In addition to recalling the Metzeler Tourance Next 150/70R18 M/C 70V, Pirelli Metzeler are also preparing to recall a further 3 tyre products as listed below. These additional 3 tyre brands were never fitted by Triumph to the Tiger 1200 range, but we include details in case you have purchased any as a replacement. Triumph have not tested, approved or recommended either of the Next II tyres or the Pirelli Scorpion Trail tyre listed below:
The manufacturing “M” code is located on the tyre sidewall (E.g. 4816 = week 48 of 2016).
Pirelli Metzeler provide the following owner advice:
Owners should check the condition of the rear tyre prior to riding with caution for the repair. Owners should also ensure the tyre pressure is set to 2.9 bar (290 kpa/42 lb/in²) prior to riding and the motorcycle should not be ridden with any additional load (luggage or passenger), and to keep the speed limited to the minimum allowed- applicable speed. Riders should also limit their speed to the minimum applicable for safe riding. If an owner finds any signs of tread separation or cracking in the base of the treads, the owner should not ride but instead arrange transportation of the bike.
We are sorry to be relaying this news to you. Triumph understands that this recommendation may cause you some inconvenience, but we feel the safety of customers must preside. Please anticipate further contact in the next few days. If you have any initial questions please contact your Triumph dealer.
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