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!

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

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 !!

That seems to be quite cheaper compare to Honda. What's the change interval for oil filter and air filter?

most expensive are tire sets.. isnt it..

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

Vibrations are a part of the single family. The element that's surprising is the fact that no handlebar vibration dampeners present in this motorcycle. Even sub 180 and lesser CC motorcycles include the handlebar weights. These reduce the harmonic vibrations that are passed on to the bars, so the buzzing intermittent vibrations you feel are purely that. Some new bikes do tend have slightly more vibrations as the parts bed in and what not. Post 5k after the engine beds in well and the use of good quality engine oil does arrest engine vibes for the most part. Do get your forks, bars all checked for bolt slackness and tighten if necessary. Yes, as Vignest Padma said, adding a bar weight to the end will definitely work wonders for the little 200. Mind you the Duke 390 and 200 handlebar are different in that, the Duke 200 has a hollow spaces as opposed to the 390 which has a plate welded on the inside of the handlebar so the bars are easy to install and remove. With the 200 you'd need to install those long bolt type expanding weights, like in Apache. Or simply change the handlebars of that of the 390.



This should help you both. Through simple DIY.

Cheers!
VJ

Thanks for your inputs B7ACKTHORN..

Probably KTM/Bajaj tried to keep the weight as low as possible and even the end weights seemed too much! [emoji14]

I went to the ASC today and got the weights installed:

1. The 390 weights cost Rs 63 each (Bajaj packet, used in the Pulsar UG3).

2. The handlebars of the new Duke 200s come fitted with the thread plate you are talking about, and as per the technician, it is the same handlebar as that of the 390. On my friend's 2013 Duke 200, this provision is not there.

3. The right hand side grip of the 390 is a bit different than that of the 200 in regards to the throttle cable fitment, and hence changing the grip is not a solution. So they cut it very neatly with a knife and bolted the end weights (pair of bolts Rs 10).

I did not think that the weights would be so effective! The vibrations are for the most part non-existent now. There is a slight buzzy feel at around 4k RPM but can be neglected. The 6k to 7k RPM vibration has vanished completely!! Yes, touch the weights and you do feel them vibrating a bit.

Anybody trying to reduce the vibrations on the handlebar, please get the weight installed, and for the newer Dukes, it is a direct fit!

Apologise for not clicking any pictures during the fitment.

Whats the model of your duke 200?

It's a December 2016 model..

Does that mean i have to weld in a nut or thread in order to install the bar end weights? Mine is a 2015 manufactured one

Does that mean i have to weld in a nut or thread in order to install the bar end weights? Mine is a 2015 manufactured one

Thanks for your inputs B7ACKTHORN..

Probably KTM/Bajaj tried to keep the weight as low as possible and even the end weights seemed too much! [emoji14]

I went to the ASC today and got the weights installed:

1. The 390 weights cost Rs 63 each (Bajaj packet, used in the Pulsar UG3).

2. The handlebars of the new Duke 200s come fitted with the thread plate you are talking about, and as per the technician, it is the same handlebar as that of the 390. On my friend's 2013 Duke 200, this provision is not there.

3. The right hand side grip of the 390 is a bit different than that of the 200 in regards to the throttle cable fitment, and hence changing the grip is not a solution. So they cut it very neatly with a knife and bolted the end weights (pair of bolts Rs 10).

I did not think that the weights would be so effective! The vibrations are for the most part non-existent now. There is a slight buzzy feel at around 4k RPM but can be neglected. The 6k to 7k RPM vibration has vanished completely!! Yes, touch the weights and you do feel them vibrating a bit.

Anybody trying to reduce the vibrations on the handlebar, please get the weight installed, and for the newer Dukes, it is a direct fit!

Apologise for not clicking any pictures during the fitment

Do you see any hole on the side of the grips where the bolt goes in? If yes, do you see any thread? If not, then you need to follow the DIY thread as B7ACKTHORN shared where the owner uses the TVS weights.

[MENTION=56800]anishbora[/MENTION] appreciate the photos and the write up. Well, it's good to know that newer 200s do come with 390 type handlebars. And jackofsome, it's really easy. Try taking a bolt or a sharp object resembling a bolt, try squeezing it in the O hole on the side of the grip, if the bolt goes in completely, your handlebar is hollow. If you feel obstruction, then as they say colloquially, we've hit the jackpot, meaning yours can be fitted with those those 6 mm allen screw.

Cheers!
VJ

Not getting as200 visor here in Kolkata, do share your experience