Not VMAX technical but I'd hate for one of you guys to
have the same sort of failure whilst travelling at
speed.  I'll scan the article for those of you that
are interested.  Mail me off-list if you would like a
copy.

I was just reading an article in Motor Cycle News
(04/07/2000) detailing several instances of rear
subframe failures on the GSXR1300R in the UK.  I don't
believe an official recall has been announced BUT if I
had one of these bikes I'd have a very good look at
where the rear subframe mounts to the main frame above
the battery.  According to the article there are at
least three documented failures which may, or may not,
be connected to aftermarket luggage systems.   At
least one of the bikes that failed did not have any
luggage fitted.  One owner was riding his Busa solo
when he found himself "sitting on the rear wheel" when
the back end of his two month old bike collapsed with
out warning.

Regards

Steve "Shifty" Gill
VMOA #722
Surrey - England - UK


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Steve "Shifty" Gill
VMOA #722
Surrey - England - UK

99 "MEGA MAX"  Black Metalflake

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