2014 Brammo Empulse R problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Power Train:manual Transmission 2015-02-02 · campaign 15V053000 · 149 vehicles
Defect: Brammo, Inc. (Brammo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Empulse and Empulse R motorcycles manufactured November 19, 2012, to July 8, 2014. Oil leaking from the transmission breather tube may blow onto the rear fender and tire.
Risk: If oil leaks and contacts the rear tire, a loss of control may occur, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Brammo will notify owners, and dealers will install a new transmission breather baffle kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2015. Owners may contact Brammo customer service at 1-541-482-9555.
What owners report
2015-10-09 · Power Train · 1,460 mi“twice during the same ride, the vehicle had a total loss of power while under quick acceleration and displayed a "system fault s86" which the manual lists as "motor controller -- motor over current". when this occurs, the motorcycle loses all power and had to be pulled to the side of the road and powered on/off. first instance i was trying to p…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.