Re: KTM 200 Duke

Yeah, He said it is 30 minutes work, so i will be there when he is changing the case and thanks for the gasket info, i will let them know this.
Can i take a long ride (500 odd kms) with the same case because im waiting for KTM to change.


It may be not an issue with faulty oil cap. I assumed since source of oil leak was from there.
Yeah i have kept close eye on it daily.

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I have heard pre 2016 KTM models has Periodic service interval of 5000 kms.
2016 models has 7500 kms between each service.
Is same engine oil used in 2016 models are being used in 2014/2015 models??

I have seen people changing engine oil for 3000 kms if they take roadtrip often.
What and when do you think is safe to change engine oil??

TIA

Re: KTM 200 Duke

It should probably be ok for you to go on a long ride, since it's not a major leak.. but again if you are not comfortable, refrain from long rides.
You haven't yet shared a pic of the leak, so i assume it is at the oil filler cap and not around the sealing surface of the clutch case. Continue keeping an eye on the oil level.

Yes, pre 2015 models have a 5000km service interval and since 2015 onwards it was changed to 7500km. The oil used is the same across all ktm's (Motul 7100 10w50 or 20w50). What you should note here is that thought the service interval in terms of km has increased, the duration in days between services has not increased. So while it used to be 5000km or 120days (whichever earlier) and now is 7500km or 120days. Not many people clock 7500km in 120 days consistently, and so most of the bikes end up for a service at around 4k to 5k km in 120 days. So, how many km do you clock in 4 months?
The oil (motul 7100) is good enough for at-least 5000km (even if you take a road trip) and extending it once in a while to 7500km is not going to cause any harm. Ideally try to change oil around 5000~6000km.
More than the oil, it's the air filter that could get clogged in our dusty conditions and might need a cleaning around 4000km (with compressed air or by tapping it on the floor)

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Guys..I have two doubts abt duke 200...
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1) I drove my friend's duke which was purchased 2 years ago...within 10 mins my legs started to burn in heat ( i was wearing only slippers..not shoes) but anyhow the heat was somewhat not tolerable.. still by legs are feeling the heat...is tat same heating issues present in current models also?!
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2) I am 6 feet high..this was the first time i drove a duke for about 1 hr. I was feeling a small pain in my elbow due to a stretched driving position ( my hands were too straight). I had to bend my hands for every 5 mins to get relaxed. is there any solution to get a relaxed driving position?

Re: KTM 200 Duke

No solution for heat as far as I know. How hot is the engine according to the engine temperature indicator? I suggest people to always wear shoes for rides longer than 20Kms.
As for the riding stance, it will hurt in the beginning as I'm 6 feet 1 inch myself I can understand your predicament. But if it starts paining before atleast one hour of ride your seating position is wrong.
I suggest you adjust it to your comfort.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

1. That's how the bike is and it is not an 'issue'. And riding in shorts/sandals for anything more than a few minutes will cause discomfort due to the heat.
If you think it's an 'issue', please do not buy the duke.

2. you are not supposed to keep your arms straight, that is a wrong posture. Your elbows have to be relaxed/bent.
I am of similar height and a bit overweight too, and I have no issues with the riding posture. At first the riding position might seem a bit awkward/uncomfortable especially if you are coming from riding something like a activa,splendor etc..(bikes with a commuter-ish seating position).. once you start riding it more often you will most likely get used to it and wouldn't be a discomfort.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

New or old, they do heat up with ridden by briefs and or chappals. It will be the case with most HC naked bikes. You can feel heat of a 390 even with a proper jeans on. Modern bikes are getting compressed higher and higher be it mid level or high-performance, and no wonder you're seeing liquid cooling to help reduce the temperature. W.R.T riding position, yes some have cramps riding the Duke, some are perfectly accustomed. I personally have cramps at both legs occasionally if I ride for more than 4 hours on the Duke. It's just that how you are accustomed. It's all about getting accustomed and taking proper breaks in such cases.

Cheers!
VJ

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Any suggestion for cheap and best windscreen for KTM Duke 200? LED Auxiliary lights too. TIA

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Can you share the link to buy this?

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Cannot supply any information regarding both of your questions but don't use auxiliary LED lights to enhance your field of vision because it affects the vision of the people coming in the opposite lane. This is a request from a guy who suffers when people don't even dip out the stock headlamp in roads without dividers. And if you use it to support the headlamp it just makes it worse for fellow road users.

I meant no offense to you or any other riders who use it. Just a request.

Cheerio!

Re: KTM 200 Duke

This device is sold by a gentleman named Dhaval Mahidharia. You can ping him on facebook. As far as I know, it is not sold via any ecomm website.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Good news is Clutch case changed and new gasket has been replaced. No oil leak till now.
I will share the pic(once i get access to laptop) of oil leak, it might help someone who is having same problem.

Yeah duration of days has not increased in service interval but once free services are done, labor charges are expensive so cant keep it up with 5k kms.

One more question: Is spiraltech hazard light safe for KTM and will it impact battery?? Because electrical warranty is void after modification.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Glad you had it replaced without much fuss.
The hazard light module does not involve cutting any wires, it simply plugs in to the existing connector on the bike. remember to keep the removed connector safe (probably in a cover under the seat itself), because if the hazard light module malfunctions and you are unable to start your bike, then you will need to plug back the oem connector (which has two pins jumpered).
As for warranty, if you do not want the svc to see it during service, simply remove the hazard light module and plug back the stock connector.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Oh,this engine oil leak is not leaving my bike. Again there is a leak but now it is from where screws are connected.
I saw new gasket has been used, but i can see small part of gasket is visible outside from the screw area(PFA). i dont think it is normal may be i should have checked before.



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Oh,this engine oil leak is not leaving my bike. Again there is a leak but now it is from where screws are connected.
I saw new gasket has been used, but i can see small part of gasket is visible outside from the screw area. i dont think it is normal may be i should have checked before.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Can't see the image, please edit your post and reinsert the image.
Maybe you should ask them to use a bit of gasket sealant and put it back together.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Pics is uploaded, Please check once.
Yeah, i can tell them to use sealant, but is gasket correctly placed? I think it should not be visible outside.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Hi guys, i am looking to get a exhaust for my duke 200. I know exhaust won't make much difference in terms of power, but i just to make the sound of the bike more sportier. I have my eyes on the IXIL hyerlow. I want the exhaust to be not too loud.
Please suggest if i can get any other exhaust in this price range.