Yamaha throttle position sensor (tps) in yamaha motorcycle — injuries risk

Hazard

An improperly designed Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) could cause an intermittently unstable idle when the motorcycle is stopped or during low-speed operation. The engine could stall as a result. If the engine stalls after the operator disengages the clutch in a low gear while riding, the rear tire might slip momentarily if the operator abruptly re-engages the clutch. This could lead to loss of control of the motorcycle.

Measures taken

• Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer — Other

Product description

Affected motorcycles were built until 2005.