Yamaha Motor Corporation USA is recalling a certain batch of 2026 TW200s because of a potential speedometer failure issue. On the affected range of bikes, 'inappropriate materials' were apparently used (that's how it's phrased in the recall, which we're quoting directly here), which may not be sufficiently hard to stand up to the tightening forces required to ensure the front axle shaft is sufficiently torqued down. As a result, the meter gear unit assembly (as it's called) may deform and not operate correctly while the rider is using the bike.
As a result, the rotation of the tire may not be transmitted to the speedometer as it should be. This could, in turn, distract the rider because it's either not operating properly or not operating at all. If a rider can't accurately assess the speed at which the bike is traveling, this could also increase the risk of crash, injury, and/or death.
Approximately 962 bikes are included in this recall, which represents 100% of the population. Affected bikes were a specific range of 2026 TW200s manufactured between June 2, 2025 and July 31, 2025. Bikes manufactured before or after this range do not have this issue, according to Yamaha. Additionally, units produced beginning in August 2025 were manufactured with an improved component that meets the specific hardness requirements needed for this application.
