Re: KTM 200 Duke

Thank you chand
For your prompt reply.
I am looking forward to buy probably next week.
I would share my experience with the showroom and bike eventually

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Re: KTM 200 Duke

Yeah i did enquire about the same tyres a couple of months back ...when i switched me rear tyre to michelins...they didnt have it back then...incidentally though even the mrfs official site doesnt have the fc1s...:| .... will try again ..deftly post here if i find them

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Army Slang.And it's a very common slang for kms. Though I'm not bin the Army.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

So i just got my Duke from the second free service. IT was the usual service without the engine oil change as the bike had run negligible number of Kms since the last service. Mid way through the ride home i noticed that the MIL ( Engine diagnostic Tool) lamp was on. I immediately called up the mechanic and he said it is just probably water from the wash that seeped into the sensors. Any reason to worry ? the Bike is running just fine, no problem whatsoever. Could water be the reason for the lamp to come on ?

All help appreciated.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Water could be the issue. After the first service on my bike, the same thing happened with the signal light indicator on my bike.

It did stop after a little bit of riding.

So if the light does not go off within the next 20~30 kms... Maybe you should talk to the svc guys again.

Cheers,
Chand

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Yes could be water or something else too that tripped of a sensor or something is wrong not related to water entry.
Have it checked with their diagnostic tool and rectified.
Am not sure if the MIL indication would turn off on its own once it comes on, i think their diagnostic device need to be connected and the errors cleared.
I once had the side stand sensor plug removed to test a side stand bypass device and when we plugged the stock connector back the MIL came on. Had to connect the diagnostic tool and clear the errors.

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there is also a blink code that you can read out and match it with a list from ktm to know what the issue could be:
I have the codes saved some place but can't find the document right now.. (try googling) but if you could, try to read out the blink code by following this procedure and post it here. If i can find that document, i'll let you know what it could possibly relate to:

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Hi friends
I am taking delivery of ktm Duke 200 probably at the end of the week.
So what are the things I need to do while in the run-in process.
Some of Duke owners suggest me to change the engine as early as 100kms so that engine becomes super smooth, please suggest me about this one also.

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Re: KTM 200 Duke


Relax. Almost always happens after a proper wash during services.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Just follow the recommendations in the manual.. keep the rpm under 7500 as much as possible (going over 7500 rpm a few times isn't going to cause a problem, but don't rip it all the time). The D200 does exactly 100kmph @ 7500rpm in 6th gear, so you can ride at 90 ish speeds without breaking a sweat.
But always remember to let the engine idle for a minute or so before taking off from a cold start, and ride out the first couple of km at a relaxed pace before you start gunning the throttle.. the bike taunts you to rip it, so hold back and don't fall for it

I hope you meant 'change the engine oil' (not the engine !), it's not really necessary but if you want to, you could go ahead and change the oil after a couple of 100km and then again at first service (where the oil filter is also replaced). The svc uses motul 7100 and it costs around Rs.1200 for 1.4 litres.
In my case, I unfortunately had to have the engine oil (it comes factory filled with bajaj dtsi 10000 oil) drained on the day of delivery due to an issue with the bike, and I made them refill it with motul 7100 (for free, of course!). So my bike has essentially run on fully synthetic right from day 1 and it's so far covered 13000+km and it will be an year in a few weeks from now!

Re: KTM 200 Duke

congrats m8, Also, for checking the bike during delivery, download the pre delivery check list from my signature & you must make sure that all the points are checked and up and running.. if you feel I missed some points, you can add them and let me know so that I can add them as well.. Cheers for your new bike..

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Thank you all for your help. It was just water in the sensors. The light went off on its own after a few hours. Thanks again.

Battery strength

Hi guys,

I have a question, I know this may sound a little off but I have this phobia about the battery going low on charge.

I'd like to know how long it would take for the battery to drain out if I haven't had a ride.

Not that i'm going to leave her unused for too many days, it's just that it's all rainy and roads are dirty too and I just don't have the mind to take her out on a spin in these conditions.

I usually take her out only when the weather looks like it's going to hold, so if i am unfortunately unable to make a trip...how long before i should be worried about the battery failing me?

And also, does the charging happen quickly...as in, can i just start her up and idle for a few minutes and feel comfortable enough to not be worried about the battery?
There's no indication of the battery level or anything is there?

Mel

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Another thing...I've done about 500kms after my first service and I understand that a lubing is good for the chains.

How difficult is it do get it dony myself? I don't have to clean the chain right? Just spray the lube into the chain?

Cheers

Re: Battery strength

Battery technology has come a long way in the past 15years.
the bike is equipped with a reliable maintenance free battery. it should fire up your bike even after 1 month of storage without any issues especially if the battery is under 2 years old and is in normal condition. (so don't expect a almost dead battery to wake your bike up after a months' storage)
and the battery doesn't charge up immediately.. there is a continuous voltage that is fed to battery as long as the bike is running and this keeps the battery charged up and in shape.
And don't clean the chain if its not necessary.. just apply light coat of oil or chain lube spray. as to "how difficult" , it depends on what you consider 'difficult'

Just spray on, move the bike forward and repeat.. shouldn't take you more than 5 minutes. (and ensure you dont let the spray land on the rear disc, otherwise the braking will go for a toss and you will have to replace the pads)
the other day i was watching a chef apply butter on the butter naan using a brush, and it struck to me that I could adopt a similar approach with some oil in a cup and apply the oil easily without having to worry about over lubing and spilling oil (since i sometimes use the oil can with ep90 oil). regular use of chain lube IMO is just a waste of money.

Re: Battery strength

I use the red oil can that has a "switch" to pump the oil out. it's good, but a brush doesn't seem like a bad idea either.. but I'm not really sure about the brush since it might apply excess oil.. yes, brush is more "spread" than the "focused" oil can, I'm now super-curious to check out the brush part & it's performance..

@thommel I wouldn't recommend lubing like the svc guys when the engine is on & the wheel is rotating, you might have a good chance of chopping your finger off!!
it's fairly easy to lube your own bike, but excess lube will dirty your bike & reduce braking performance, under-lubing will cause more friction & faster engine wear, not to mention the fear, "when will the chain get ripped off"
lube the chain, let the oil settle over night, wipe off any excess oil & you are done..

before you lube the chain, try cleaning it with kerosene.. it's cheaper.. don't over clean with the kerosene, the lube between the bolts will also wash away.. not good.. so, clean it lightly, then lube it sufficiently.. and you are good for another 700-800 kms..

before you lube & clean, suggest you to take a small ride so that the grime on the chain becomes loose & the chain gets warmed up.. it's easier to remove the grime and dust in that condition..

for more tips, @s1d will help you, he guided me in lubing my bike..

Re: Battery strength

yeh, that's the same can i was talking about.. the one found at every mechanics shop.
and the brush i was talking about is actually two brushes.. one with thick bristles and the other with some cloth bits at the end (mostly used to apply marinate/masala on grill chicken). This will quicken the process of applying the oil and i could even mix up the oil with a bit of grease and dab it on. a bit of grease, i find goes a long way, especially if you are riding in the rains. And as you know, i sometimes use the nulon grease spray too..which IMO is worth every penny.
And as i always say, regular lubing is the key and not what brand of lube you use. I've got my chain lube plenty of times with just the used engine oil and it has never been a problem on any of my bikes..ktm included.
Now let's not scare [MENTION=78214]thommel[/MENTION] by telling him how long it took you to get your chain all cleaned and lubed up