Re: KTM 200 Duke

Engines for the most part are reliable. As a matter of fact, they are designed to undergo the harshest of the environment. Oil is what keeps the engine components literally melting and welding to each other inside the engine. Be it any engine, when oil level is too low to none, a seizure or critical componentry failures are bound to happen. To keep it simple, you were lucky that your bike was diagnosed earlier with low oil, if you would have kept it running as is the case it is now, you would have had pretty catastrophic outcomes. You should probably thank your lucky stars for the early diagnosis.

Cheers!
VJ

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Hehe absolutely.I must say I am lucky.
Also may be because of the proper run in done.i followed it till 5K KMS where I never blipped the throttle randomly and kept it like a baby.So far so good....

Re: KTM 200 Duke

UPDATE :

820 KMS on the Odo. First free service got done today.
Oil : Motul 7100 FS 1.5 L bottle. Cost Rs 1200
Oil Filter changed. Cost Rs 75
Chain clean and lube. Motul for both. Cost 150

Total bill : 1450 with taxes.

Had no problems with the bike in the run in. Worked the gearbox, rode like I usually do, smooth inputs and changes at 6-7.5K RPM. Took it easy for the first 250 for the tyres and brakes.

Hit Lavasa for a quick morning ride to build up some mileage before giving Gisele for her service. Not many photos, the site keeps posting them upside down, so will upload them once I sort out some good ones.
Also got the Pulsar AS 200 windscreen. Will be fitting it tomorrow. Updates on installation and the hassles to follow

Cheers

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Hello everyone!

I got my Duke 200 in January and got my first service done yesterday at around 1020 kms.

We are not allowed to cross 100 kms before the RTO registration. The process which usually takes about a week, took more than a month and hence had to get the first free service coupon punched way before the actual service.

Initially at 250 kms, i had changed the engine oil (with the 7100). I got it changed again yesterday.

I have been facing two issues with the bike (might be a character of the bike and not an issue).

1. The handlebar starts vibrating at around 6.5k RPM and keep on increasing steadily till about 7.5k RPM (it might be 6k to 7k also as it is not very easy to read the tachometer). Beyond 7.5k RPM it becomes vibration free. No vibration below 6.5k RPM as well. This happens in every gear. I have been extremely careful during the run-in period. Is this the case with all the bikes?

2. Suppose i am riding in 4th gear at around 37-39 kmph (not sure about the RPM), i get a pulse kind of vibration on the handlebar. The vibration comes and stays for less than a second only to return again after say two seconds. The vibrations disappear if i increase the RPM a bit or disengage the clutch.
This exact thing happens during engine braking. Has anybody experienced this? Can anybody try riding it in 4th gear at around 38 kmph constantly and confirm,

Thanks in advance!

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Congratulations on the Duke. I got mine serviced yesterday as well.

1. The vibrations from 6.5 to 7.5 K are there in mine as well. I plan on getting bar end weights to reduce the vibes. (Also partly cause I want to fit bar end mirrors on my Duke)

2. Seems like you're lugging the engine a bit. Happens to me if i let the revs drop below 4K. Mostly only if I forget to downshift, which is not very often.

Experts correct me if I'm wrong.

Cheers

Re: KTM 200 Duke

KTM OEM oil filter costs only Rs 75/- ?

Re: KTM 200 Duke

It's made in India. Ours is Thailand import.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Hey guys.

Was wondering if there were any other alternatives to raise the handle bar other than opt for raisers, i.e any other handle bar that'd be a direct fit.

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Why not try the Unicorn 150 handlebar?

Re: KTM 200 Duke

The Duke handle bars are considerably thicker(I believe) hence the uncertainty. Know anyone who've tried?

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Thanks bro! Congratulations to you too!

1. I guess this is normal then. I had a talk with the technician at my ASC, he has recommended me to get the Duke 390 end-weights installed. The end-weight costs around Rs 80 each and the grip around Rs 150 each.

2. You might be correct about lugging the engine, but it doesn't feel like i'm lugging it as it pulls cleanly from that speed.

Can others also please confirm the above phenomenons?

Regards

Re: KTM 200 Duke

I have been riding a Duke 200 for 1 year now and now planning to upgrade to Duke 390. Is the fuel consumption significantly higher on the Duke 390? I commute 30 kms everyday through highway. And what all price increase is there going to be if i upgrade? I mean in service, parts, daily fuel consumption?

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Want your help guys!

I would like to buy a used duke 200 preferably 2015 model and above.

What are the problems that usually occurs in duke 200 in models >2015. Please give me a heads up.

Also how much should i pay for a bike which is at least a 2015 model and run less than 10k


Asking as i am buying this specifically to tour.

LED Headlight for Duke 200

For my Duke 200; I have been using Osram Night Breaker Unlimited H4 (12V 60/55W) for past 3 years, and by far it has been the best halogen for night-time rides. Much more light throw and visibility than stock Osrams used in Dukes.

Lately, I was looking for quality LED for my Duke 200 and found one on AliExpress.

It took long 45 days from order to delivery.
Finally item arrived today (Apr 11,2017) and fitted on my Duke right away with a evening ride to test out its potential.
I will say, I made the right decision. Visibility is far better and light all white (6500k).

Only gripe is, light throw on Hi-beam is a bit less (but manageable) than Night Breakers as it is typical for LEDs to have less light throw than Halogens.

If anyone is curious about the LED Headlight; here are the details...

LED Headlight for Duke 200/390 (upto 2016 model)

Product: NAO Motoled M6F-H4 (2016 version).

Buy: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/LED-...718350439.html


Please Note:
This LED headlight has built-in fan on its back for better heat dissipation; so stock rubber cap won't fit on headlight assembly.

You will need one spare headlight rubber cap (from discarded headlight assemblies of Dukes in Service Centers) with cuts for the LED headlight with its fan to fit and seal headlight and reflector water free.
You can keep your stock rubber cap intact and add this one with the LED.
In that way, you can always revert back to Halogen whenever you may like in future without damaging stock rubber cap.


I will post few freshly taken photos of the LED headlight at evening that I fitted on my Duke 200 today.

Happy night riding guys!


NAO M6F H4



Low-beam



High-beam



from front

Re: KTM 200 Duke

Yes, Wonly Rs.75
Fuel filter Rs.100
Air Filter: Rs.240
Brake pads : Around Rs.500 (200 rear, 300 front)
Approx prices.. Regular spares are pocket friendly and I hope they stay so.
One of the most expensive pieces on the bike is the front forks.. a set will set you back by around Rs.23000 !!