EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Motor vehicles
Motorcycle Triumph “TF250-X” — risk: injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/00073/25
Summary
The switchcube (which includes buttons for use by the operator to start and stop the engine) is not stable in specific conditions (exposure to brake fluid & when exposed to high pressure water), and potentially could self start. The unexpected start of the motorcycle can lead to accidents. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
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Product
Motorcycle — Triumph
- Brand
- Triumph
- Name / model
- TF250-X
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Motorcycle designed exclusively for closed course competition use only – motocross.
- Production dates: 20.07.2023 - 16.08.2024
What is the risk?
- The switchcube (which includes buttons for use by the operator to start and stop the engine) is not stable in specific conditions (exposure to brake fluid & when exposed to high pressure water), and potentially could self start. The unexpected start of the motorcycle can lead to accidents. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 19/12/2024
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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