Kawasaki recalling 4,000 Ninja models due to oil leaks

Kawasaki recalling 4,000 Ninja models due to oil leaks:
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Kawasaki has issued a recall of its 2011 and 2012 Ninja ZX-10R supersport bikes over an oil leak. The joint where the starter mounts to the crankcase is susceptible to oil leakage, which can lead to oil pooling onto the crankcase and then spilling onto the rear tire.



There are 4,170 bikes affected by the recall. Kawasaki will notify owners "shortly," at which time they can take their motorcycles to the dealer to have the crankcase resealed free of charge. There's a notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration below with more details.
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