2004 BIGDOG DAYTEC CHOPPER Recalls (2)

Campaign:
04V137000 on 03/24/2004
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Manufactured:
09/18/2003 - 03/15/2004
Affected:
1,906
Defect:
On certain motorcycles, the piston in the rear master cylinder may have been improperly sized, which could cause the rear brakes to drag or lockup.
Consequence:
This could result in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the piston from the rear master cylinder and replace it with a new piston. owner notification began on april 12, 2004. owners should contact big dog at 1-316-267-9121.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V523000 on 11/02/2004
Component:
Structure:motorcycle kickstand/center stand
Manufactured:
08/07/2003 - 09/22/2004
Affected:
4,457
Defect:
On certain motorcycles, the kickstand spring attaching stud may break off allowing the kickstand to deploy into the extended position.
Consequence:
If the kickstand deploys, it could cause a crash without prior warning.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and install a new kickstand unit. the recall began on december 20, 2004. owners should contact big dog at 316-267-9121.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

2004 BIGDOG DAYTEC CHOPPER TSBs (9)

Bulletin:
1039
Component:
160100 structure:motorcycle kickstand/centerstand
Summary:
Kickstand spring stud fracture. all bigdog 2004 models. *tt
Bulletin:
1044
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Belt and chassis issues. drive belt noise,drive belt ratcheting, swing arm to frame contact. bigdog service bulletin w/t attachments a-h. various models including 2003 big dog pitbull, ridgeback and daytec chopper. *eh
Bulletin:
1042
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ehc replacement. incorrect electrical component installation resulting in a damaged ehc. *tt
Bulletin:
1075
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Dielectric grease addition to connectors. *tt
Bulletin:
1080
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Tachometer board replacement - inaccurate tachometer readings or fluctuation in readings due to moisture. *ak
Bulletin:
1078
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ehc contact improvement procedure (revised). current seal does not allow connector pins to seat properly and moisture may be present in connector. *tt
Bulletin:
1077
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Headlamp connector may melt, making bulb replacement difficult. *tt
Bulletin:
1088
Component:
341000 communications:horn assembly
Summary:
Horn harness wires may break. *tt
Bulletin:
SB-1099
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Bigdog motorcycle: fuel tank vent may become flooded with fuel, causing the motorcycle to run poorly due to a fuel mixture that is too rich. *pe

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