Re: KTM 200 Duke

First off, check the linkages if they're returning properly, the foot gear shifter linkages and tie rod, which is adjustable and see if it helps. If it doesn't, get your gear shift lever assembly and the spring checked. This is the gear rod that goes inside the engine that your foot shifter is bolted to. This would require removing the clutch side of the engine. A faulty shaft/spring mechanism can in fact cause sticky shifts, get it replaced. Keep your observations posted.

Cheers!
VJ

Re: KTM 200 Duke

I bought my duke 200 5 months back and have done almost 4k kms . I have been facing a problem with my gear lever sometimes gets stuck when i downshift and then i again have to put in some more effort to bring it back to normal position.I have already taken to svc for this .It seems fine for a couple of days after that the issue again comes. Anybody knows what could be the reason

Re: KTM 200 Duke

you need to loosen the pinch bolts that hold the the fork, not the handle bar. that's the allen key bolts that hold the fork in the triple clamps
the tire pressure you are running is fine, maybe 1~2 psi lower but not higher than what you are already running.

Re: KTM 200 Duke


>Wheel Bearing:- Last time I told Service centre guys to check the wheel bearing and they told nothing wrong.
>Tire : both the front and back tires are new (<2000km), no wear/damage.
>Rim : there are no visible bend or crack in rim also, I did wheel balancing during last tire replacement.

I feel like handle play is bit loose, I will try tightening the steering stem and see.
Regarding the fork adjustment, do I need to loosen all 3 bolt in the handle ?

Also can some one please suggest me the recommended tire pressure for duke 200? I ride solo most of the time and weight (74kg),
current setting : front - 28 rear- 32

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>Wheel Bearing:- Last time I told Service centre guys to check the wheel bearing and they told nothing wrong.
>Tire : both the front and back tires are new (<2000km), no wear/damage.
>Rim : there are no visible bend or crack in rim also, I did wheel balancing during last tire replacement.

I feel like handle play is bit loose, I will try tightening the steering stem and see.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Check your T stem nut for slack. A lightly loose or tighter T stem means, T stem movement is restricted. Check your T stem for proper slack, hardly takes 2 mins for adjustment. Secondly, check your front tire, and how well the treads are. A cupped tire or one sided wear pattern would induce steering wobble. Keep your observations posted.

Cheers!
VJ

Re: KTM 200 Duke

ensure the steering stem/head is tightened properly, it should move freely and not too loose or tight. and make sure the front wheel/forks are aligned properly. you can losen the pinch bolts on the forks and the axle and pump the front end down a few times and tighten them back again.

then check the front wheel bearings, the tire for uneven wear/damage and finally the rim itself for truness.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Hello guys,

I am experiencing handle wobbling at lower speed (below 40) ? What could be the possible reason ?

Model : 2015
Tyre pressure : 28 front, 32 rear
Mileage : 15000km

I have visited service center multiple times and finally they changed the conset, but still I am facing the same issue ?

Any help would be highly appreciated

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Yes, clutch plates expand when heated up, and always adjust your clutch freeplay once the engine is cooled. When you adjust your clutch freeplay or clutch slack on a hot engine, it can throw you off reading. And secondly, one sided pad wear is mostly glazing, and the inconsistent lever feedback is an attestation to this. Drain the old brake fluid, completely bleed the system once again, grease the caliper pins and make sure the pads are replaced once again.

Yes, that's the right price, and yes it is quite expensive. You can get them at even cheaper prices when scavenged in used markets, where they haul aplenty.

Cheers!
VJ

Re: KTM 200 Duke

you had said you only heard a clicking/ticking sound when you tried to start the bike.
i explained how the system works.. even if you do not have fuel, the bike has to crank when you thumb the starter and if it doesn't then most likely it might not be related to the fuel pump.
coming to the brake pad uneven wear.. it is due to the pistons on one side of the caliper being stuck. the front has 4 pistons, 2 on either side which push the pads towards the disc.
you need to get the caliper serviced (don't fall for the 'saaar we have replace the caliper nonsense) i.e. remove the pistons, clean and put back together (or better get the caliper repair kit, sometimes called major kit) and it usually comes with the pistons and new seals and costs just a cpl of 100 bucks. while at it, check the maser cylinder also (you also get a kit to rebuild it.. called minor kit iirc) and since you are servicing the caliper might as well dump the old fluid and add new fluid and bleed it properly.

here is a link to someone who has replaced the caliper rebuild kit.


Yes, that is the price. which is reasonable i think , btw the front fork assy costs a whopping 22k + !! now that's expensiveee!!!!

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Its for my friend's Duke , I'm a bit shocked it's more expensive than my cbr shock which is about 1900-2200,

Re: KTM 200 Duke

I got the same quote when I asked last month.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Guys any idea the price of the rear shock? I was quoted 3800rs... Which is quite expensive

Re: KTM 200 Duke

I got battery tested last month during service. I believe it was due to low fuel level but still will get battery checked.

Also, I am having some concerns regarding the clutch. Is it true that the clutch expands when engine is hot?? Because I am not able to adjust it the way I want as it goes soft after riding for some time.

Btw, I changed my front break pads the 2nd time last month and again it's only wearing on 1 side and 2nd side is literally brand new. This has happened for the second time. The feel on lever is also not consistent as sometimes it's normal and sometimes it pulls in almost all the way.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

probably a poor electrical connection rather than 'air in fuel pump'.
because even if the fuel pump doesn't prime, the motor should turn when you thumb the starter i.e. it should 'attempt' a start/crank but not start since there is no fuel.
better check the battery (the svc can use their battery tester tool) a battery which isn't working well might stress the charging circuit components further, fuses (remove, inspect and maybe spray some contact cleaner and put them back in), starter relay (a soon to fail relay might work intermittently, clicking usually is the relay working) or worse an impending starter motor failure i.e. the relay is working but either no juice to crank the engine or the starter motor might need a rebuild (i.e. usually cleaning it and replacing new carbon brush)

Re: KTM 200 Duke

That's great. I am still not sure how your bike started by shaking it multiple times, but w.r.t your previous it's highly unlikely with a dead battery. Nonetheless, if your bike cranks fine, do get your battery checked too,

Cheers!
VJ