Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) first-quarter 2015 diluted earnings Revenue from general merchandise, which includes MotorClothes® apparel and accessories, was $66.4 million compared to $64.1 million in the year-ago period. Gross margin for the Related: Warren Buffett buys German motorcycle gear company CEO Keith Wandell said in the company's earnings release that sales were up "significantly" in India, China and Mexico. But Harley-Davidson also faces tough competition. The company specifically Harley-Davidson (HOG) is recalling nearly 46,000 motorcycles in the U.S. because they could stay in gear due to clutches that won't fully disengage. The recall covers certain Electra Glide, Ultra Limited, Police Electra Glide, Street Glide, Road Glide and DETROIT (AP) - Harley-Davidson is recalling nearly 46,000 motorcycles in the U.S. due to a clutch issue. The recall was made after it was discovered some motorcycles could stay in gear due to clutches that would not fully disengage. The recall covers MILWAUKEE (WTAQ) - Harley-Davidson is recalling almost 46,000 motorcycles due to It could force a bike to stay in gear, and cause the rider to lose control when starting the motorcycle the next time. The problem was found after customers complained. A rider could lose control of a bike if it was started in gear. Harley-Davidson Motor Company said in its press release that gas bubbles can cause the clutch malfunction. Harley Davidson dealers will flush the clutch and rebuild the part of that is affecte .
This reaction would be a possibility when the rider puts the transmission into gear. To date, this defect has already given rise to 313 warranty claims, 31 customer complaints and 27 crashes with 4 riders receiving minor injuries. Harley Davidson will be WHAT COULD HAPPEN: When the engine is running and the motorcycle is in gear, if the clutch cannot be fully disengaged, the motorcycle may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. THE FIX: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will flush Gas bubbles can prevent the clutch master cylinder from disengaging the clutch, causing a rider to potentially lose control when the motorcycle is started in gear. Lauer said those motorcycles are all touring models that are made at Harley-Davidson Inc.'s DETROIT (April 24, 2015) Harley-Davidson is recalling nearly 46,000 motorcycles in the U.S. because they could stay in gear because of clutches that won't fully disengage. The recall covers certain Electra Glide, Ultra Limited, Police Electra Glide .