1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 21, 2000 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Honda Motorcycle years
Not enough data 3rd of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle. That ranks 3rd out of 9 Honda Motorcycle model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is tires (2 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Tires2
Visibility2
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Tires233%———
Visibility233%———
Engine and Engine Cooling117%———
Vehicle Speed Control117%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1999, with 3 complaints
1998: 2199821999: 3199932000: 120001

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When attempting to accelerate the motorcycle took off, sudden acceleration, causing unwanted speed, and resulting in loss of vehicle control. Driver was ejected from the motorcycle. Also, motorcycle did not not shift. Please provide any further details. *ak

Vehicle Speed Control · received Jan 21, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 855293

While traveling the left mirror flew off the superhot model motorcycle, causing a hazard to other motorists. Consumer has yet to contact the dealer. Please provide any further details. *ak

Visibility · received Sep 9, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 847378

Delamination of tire, visible from inside of tire; 10"x3" along center line of tire.( dot number: tire size: 180/70-16 )

Tires · received Jun 11, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 707447

My rear tire ply is"delaminating" which has caused an uneveness in the shape of the tire, causing it to exhibit an irregular surface that effects handling (particularly while cornering). I was advised by a local dealer (milpitas honda) that this problem is commonly caused by driving with low tire…

Tires · received May 28, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 706961

Engine stalls going over 60 mph causing vehicle to skid.

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Oct 15, 1998 · NHTSA complaint 542030

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle?

Owners most often report tires, visibility, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Honda Motorcycle model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.