Bike maker Orange has issued a recall of forks used on some Orange RX9 bikes. The company says that no catastrophic failures have occurred but it's taking no chances.

Orange says it has two instances of the steerer becoming detached from the rest of the fork. This occured after the owners reported the forks making a creaking sound and where the forks were removed for inspection.

Orange advises that all RX9 owners should immediately examine their bike's fork. The two illustrations below show what you should be looking for. Problem forks have a shallower 'cathead' where the steerer joins the fork legs.


Orange says that owners of RX9s should not ride their bikes until the fork has been checked and they are certain it is safe to use.

For full details see the Orange website. If you have any questions you should contact your Orange Dealer or Orange Bikes directly on 01422 311 113.