Can-Am Ryker Recall - Have You Heard About These 3-Wheeled Motorcycles?
Corbin Sutter
Accident Lawyers
Motorcycle enthusiasts can be found a little bit of everywhere, including right here in Ft. Myers. As for the latter, why not? Florida's weather is usually perfect for hitting the open road on two wheels. Plus, there's always something going on nearby, so people can buddy up with other riders if they wish to. For instance, in August alone, some of the top events in the area include:
• Great American Biker Bash 2022 In Clearwater
• Leesburg's Gator Harley-Davidson 29th Anniversary Party
• Bike Night At O'Calahans In Ocala
• Webster Motorcycle Swap Meet In Webster FL
However, motorcyclists have to use extreme caution out on the roadways. That's because there are other vehicles out and about in Ft. Myers at almost all times of the day. All it would take is for a biker to be in the wrong place at the wrong time in the presence of a negligent driver for their life to get turned upside-down. When vehicles strike motorcycles, all too often, the riders and passengers are left with severe injuries if they aren't killed.
Then, victims or their families sometimes seek compensation from the liable parties. The funds are perfect for offsetting medical costs, bike repairs/replacements, and funeral expenses. But what if another person isn't to blame? For example, what if it's a defective part or manufacturing error? In such situations, there is a legal concept known as manufacturer's liability that holds companies responsible for harm their products cause.
Bombardier Recreational Products
Why are we telling you this? Because it has been brought to our attention that there could be motorcycles on the roadways that put riders in danger. The bikes in question are from Bombardier Recreational Products, and there are potentially 9,353 units. That's quite a bit, which means they could be located just about anywhere in the United States. So, if you have a 2022 Can-Am Ryker motorcycle in your Ft. Myers garage or driveway, please, pay close attention.
Now that you know what models are affected, let's discuss what's wrong with them. These bikes may have handlebar stem bolts that can break unexpectedly. This is due to the thread length of the bolts being insufficient. If a break occurs while a person is riding, that can lead to a sudden loss of steering control. Then, when the driver can't steer, that increases the risk of a crash.
Can-Am Ryker has stepped up and alerted the NHTSA about the potential problem, and issued a "do not ride" recall/repair notice for the vehicles to protect customers. We urge owners to contact Can-AM and arrange for immediate repairs as soon as possible.
Common Injuries Caused By Motorcycle Accidents
For these purposes, we're only focusing on injuries and not wrongful deaths. Obviously, wounds sustained in accidents come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes, they are minor, but the issues can be severe as well. Serious ailments include fractures and broken bones, soft tissue injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. Not to mention, road rash, burns, lost limbs, paralysis, and more can enter the picture. The list can genuinely go on and on.
Should You Hire An Accident Attorney?
If a defective product or manufacturing error leaves you severely injured, as mentioned, you might have the grounds to seek compensation. You probably shouldn't go it alone, though. Manufacturers/sellers usually have lawyers standing by to discredit claims, and they'll pull out all the stops to disprove yours. At times, it may even feel like you're on trial when you did absolutely nothing wrong.
The professionals will try to get you to settle for an unfair compensation amount. Then again, they'll attempt to make it so that you get nothing at all. So, if you live in or around the Ft. Myers area and something goes down, give All Injuries Law Firm, P.A., a call. Schedule a free case evaluation with one of their accident attorney and see where your claim stands.
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