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  • #3421
    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

    Originally posted by coolmaverickguy View Post
    there were some issue with it
    [ATTACH=CONFIG]141935[/ATTACH]
    Those are definately seizure marks. Damn.. How long did they take to get you the replacement parts?
    Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle!

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    • #3422
      Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

      Originally posted by The Pain View Post
      Those are definately seizure marks. Damn.. How long did they take to get you the replacement parts?
      3 days. tell me about the trip can i take the new engine for 1600km ride
      Anupam

      KTM Duke 390 2014
      Bajaj Pulsar 150 Dtsi 2005-2012
      Hero Honda CD100SS 1996
      ​Riding Faster Than Everyone Else Only Guarantees You'll Ride Alone

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      • #3423
        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

        Originally posted by Venkatesh Velmani View Post
        Well for the problem I had, Spark plug seems to be the culprit. The last two weeks, as soon as I engage the clutch to downshift, the bike stalls. This kept happening at least thrice a day.

        I addressed this issue during third service, and they cleaned the spark plug and there has been no stalling the last three days. Not once. I've even tried to stall the bike wantedly, but wasn't able to. :P

        I haven't changed anything during the third service except engine oil and oil filter.


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        Mine is still unresolved. But I've lived long enough with it that it hardly bothers me now. Though a fix will be appreciated.

        Will probably flash the ecu next before moving to the fuel injector.
        कृपया यहाँ पर ज्ञान न बांटे
        यहाँ पर सभी ज्ञानी हैं |

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        • #3424
          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

          Originally posted by coolmaverickguy View Post
          3 days. tell me about the trip can i take the new engine for 1600km ride
          I think u should get an oil change before the trip. The distance itself is not a problem at all.

          What abt the crank. Was that replaced too?

          From my LG-G2
          Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle!

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          • #3425
            KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

            Originally posted by coolmaverickguy View Post
            there were some issue with it
            [ATTACH=CONFIG]141933[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]141934[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]141935[/ATTACH]
            Oh god!! Those are seizure marks.. Why didnt you ask for a new engine?? Was it your mistake? You cant get the factory assembled quality again


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            • #3426
              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

              Originally posted by social View Post
              Mine is still unresolved. But I've lived long enough with it that it hardly bothers me now. Though a fix will be appreciated.

              Will probably flash the ecu next before moving to the fuel injector.
              Try this. Roll the trottle when you close the clutch and see if the bike stalls. If not, I think it should be the Spark Plug. If it stalls, then it must be a different issue.

              Let me know how it goes.
              Honda Dio (Sold) | Yamaha FZ16 (Sold) | Duke 390 | Kawasaki Z800 (Technically it's my brother's, but WTH ;P) |

              1. Start the engine; 2. Turn the trottle; 3. Disappear ;)

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              • #3427
                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                Took her for a late night ride and revved till 8k RPM, returned home and noticed some green coolant sprayed on my fuel tank .... wat could be the issue guys?

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                • #3428
                  Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                  i also got this issue ,its whn u jump hard and rev hard at same time
                  KTM 390 DUKE - FURICIOUS TRANCE

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                  • #3429
                    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                    Originally posted by social View Post
                    Can confirm spark plug is not the culprit for the stalling issue. I had it changed a while back and the stalling issue still exists. Other things that I've had changed: wiring harness and fuel filter.
                    Even in my case, changing of spark plug didn't help at all. My bikes stalls almost every time when I press my clutch. I might be the one who is suffering the most from this issue. No solution from SVC guys till date.


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                    Bajaj Chetak, HH Karizma, RE Electra 4s, Vespa VX, KTM Duke 390

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                    • #3430
                      Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                      I think it is indeed because of idling speed and not spark plug.
                      Initially 2nd gear at 20 kmps kind of lugs. After run in it is not there and one way good to assume that idling rpm has desreased.
                      When I hit brake and then clutch I can the rpm dropping below 1.5k. Esseneially having a higher idling rpm should help. Newer bikes say that they have higher idling (rewind a couple dozen pages).
                      Next time just try and notice rpm indicator when you press the clutch.

                      I tap tap; Y u no talk talk?

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                      • #3431
                        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                        Originally posted by THE46FAN View Post
                        It looks good...but after a month i'm gonna have a tough time, especially in this part of India it pours non stop and tail tidy kit is gonna make my life difficult.
                        If u wanna sell it give me a call...!!!

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                        • #3432
                          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                          Originally posted by coolmaverickguy View Post
                          there were some issue with it
                          [ATTACH=CONFIG]141934[/ATTACH]
                          [ATTACH=CONFIG]141935[/ATTACH]
                          Scarring marks on a NiCaSil bore??

                          The only reasons i can think of are:

                          * Overheating
                          * Lack of lubrication/low engine oil
                          * Coolant leaking into the cylinder leading to coolant mixing up with the engine oil and then disaster: Engine seizure!!

                          If the point 3 happens to be the case: DEMAND A NEW ENGINE!! Coolant going inside the engine may potentially damage gears and other internal components.

                          If possible make a firm stand and demand a new engine from KTM right from the factory. Otherwise, if you are ok with the idea of having the existing engine with just the cylinder and piston replaced, download the service manual, replace all the gaskets, inspect the crankshaft and connecting rod, make sure all the mounting bolts are torque tightened and not by hands on screw driver nonsense. Inspect everything and ensure that all the internal components are in good shape. Replace the coolant completely, bleed out the old coolant.

                          I would go with the demand to replace the engine will not take a delivery otherwise!

                          While going through the run-in process again, ensure that you keep a sharp eye on the engine oil level and top it up when necessary.

                          Cheers,
                          Last edited by shv18; 04-12-2014, 06:29 PM. Reason: corrections and more points added
                          A quote by a toilet, " use me well, keep me clean, i would never tell anybody whatever i have seen.." :P

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                          • #3433
                            Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                            Originally posted by shv18 View Post
                            Scarring marks on a NiCaSil bore??

                            The only reasons i can think of are:

                            * Overheating
                            * Lack of lubrication/low engine oil
                            * Coolant leaking into the cylinder leading to coolant mixing up with the engine oil and then disaster: Engine seizure!!

                            If the point 3 happens to be the case: DEMAND A NEW ENGINE!! Coolant going inside the engine may potentially damage gears and other internal components.

                            If possible make a firm stand and demand a new engine from KTM right from the factory. Otherwise, if you are ok with the idea of having the existing engine with just the cylinder and piston replaced, download the service manual, replace all the gaskets, inspect the crankshaft and connecting rod, make sure all the mounting bolts are torque tightened and not by hands on screw driver nonsense. Inspect everything and ensure that all the internal components are in good shape. Replace the coolant completely, bleed out the old coolant.

                            I would go with the demand to replace the engine will not take a delivery otherwise!

                            While going through the run-in process again, ensure that you keep a sharp eye on the engine oil level and top it up when necessary.

                            Cheers,
                            What brand/type of oil is originally filled from factory for the run in

                            From my LG-G2
                            Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle!

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                            • #3434
                              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                              Guys can anyone tell me the cost of Akra exhausts and whether there needs to be an ecu remap done for installing the same?

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                              • #3435
                                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                                Originally posted by AmitRavi07 View Post
                                Guys can anyone tell me the cost of Akra exhausts and whether there needs to be an ecu remap done for installing the same?
                                50k and above i guess

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                                "When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return." ~ Leonardo da Vinci

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