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  • #3706
    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

    Originally posted by Eshan-P180 View Post

    EDIT - Any idea about chain sprocket kit cost with installation?
    SVC quoted somewhere around 2700Rs for chain and sprocket [front and back] kit....

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    • #3707
      Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

      Originally posted by vidhya View Post
      I'm starting to face a problem with chain slack in my 390....
      My odo reads somewhere around 10000Kms...
      Chain has developed uneven slack and is tight at one point and very loose at another point when I rotate the wheel due to which I'm unable to adjust chain slack properly... At SVC, they informed that the chain and sprocket needs to be replaced and is common with both 200 and 390 [every 10-12k kms]

      Please let me know if anyone else has faced this issue....

      One more question...Is motul 300V coming in 5W50 as well?...Please let me know if any one has procured it....
      Check this video. I am sure it will help. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zB4Ds...e_gdata_player

      According to the video, uneven slacknes is natural, reffered as 'loose spots' and 'tight spots'.

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      • #3708
        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

        For ppl asking for the windscreen mod,

        KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community
        http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcycle-ownership-experiences/27028-ktm-duke-390-owners-reviews-experiences-156.html#post1014861
        Share what you think about the motorcycle you own or have owned in the past.


        KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community
        http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcycle-ownership-experiences/27028-ktm-duke-390-owners-reviews-experiences-161.html#post1015440
        Share what you think about the motorcycle you own or have owned in the past.


        Been using it for over 3 months now and I've clocked 12,000 Kms with the same windscreen. No problems whatsoever!

        I've even done speeds in excess of 170 Kmph.
        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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        • #3709
          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

          Originally posted by Venkatesh Velmani View Post
          For ppl asking for the windscreen mod,

          KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community
          http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcycle-ownership-experiences/27028-ktm-duke-390-owners-reviews-experiences-156.html#post1014861
          Share what you think about the motorcycle you own or have owned in the past.


          KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community
          http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcycle-ownership-experiences/27028-ktm-duke-390-owners-reviews-experiences-161.html#post1015440
          Share what you think about the motorcycle you own or have owned in the past.


          Been using it for over 3 months now and I've clocked 12,000 Kms with the same windscreen. No problems whatsoever!

          I've even done speeds in excess of 170 Kmph.

          That's a great mod. Off late I've been looking into numerous CBR visor installed on 390s and Fazers and the like. So the MRA how does it fare with the "local" visor setup, costs some 8k to top all this up. Any one has any reviews how does MRA visor compare to the current pseudo fixes though I happen to read the MRA visor setup thread detailedly, but is it really worth the 8k spent on the stuff, when compared to locally sourced stuff, gyaan would be appreciated.

          VJ
          Once upon a time, a guy asked a girl 'Will you marry me?'
          The girl said, 'NO!'


          And the guy lived happily ever after and rode motorcycles and watched sport on a big screen TV, went fishing and surfing, and played golf a lot, and drank beer and scotch and had tons of money in the bank and left the toilet seat up and farted whenever he wanted.


          THE END

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          • #3710
            Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

            Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
            That's a great mod. Off late I've been looking into numerous CBR visor installed on 390s and Fazers and the like. So the MRA how does it fare with the "local" visor setup, costs some 8k to top all this up. Any one has any reviews how does MRA visor compare to the current pseudo fixes though I happen to read the MRA visor setup thread detailedly, but is it really worth the 8k spent on the stuff, when compared to locally sourced stuff, gyaan would be appreciated.

            VJ
            Personally, I'd prefer the Fazer visor as it's cheap, looks good, easy to install and solves the purpose. Why would I want to invest in a visor for Rs.8000 when I can get an alternate for hardly Rs.300.

            If you want to know the difference between the two,

            MRA:

            1. Has excellent build quality.
            2. No vibrations or fluttering at high speeds.
            3. May take a hit and survive.

            Fazer:

            1. Cheap
            2. Reasonable quality (If it breaks, just get an other one. It's only 200 bucks.)
            3. Slight fluttering at the corners at 120+ speeds. This no way affects the ride quality or makes a difference. Only thing is you notice a small vibration in the corners of the Visor.
            4. Solves the purpose bloody darn well.

            P.S - All the above mentioned comments are from my point of view only.
            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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            • #3711
              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

              Originally posted by Venkatesh Velmani View Post
              Personally, I'd prefer the Fazer visor as it's cheap, looks good, easy to install and solves the purpose. Why would I want to invest in a visor for Rs.8000 when I can get an alternate for hardly Rs.300.

              If you want to know the difference between the two,

              MRA:

              1. Has excellent build quality.
              2. No vibrations or fluttering at high speeds.
              3. May take a hit and survive.

              Fazer:

              1. Cheap
              2. Reasonable quality (If it breaks, just get an other one. It's only 200 bucks.)
              3. Slight fluttering at the corners at 120+ speeds. This no way affects the ride quality or makes a difference. Only thing is you notice a small vibration in the corners of the Visor.
              4. Solves the purpose bloody darn well.

              P.S - All the above mentioned comments are from my point of view only.
              Appreciate the efforts Venkatesh. Apart from being marked as Made in Germany, and being adjustable, I just wanted to get handsdown insights as to how it fares. Of course still considering the MRA, let's see.

              Cheers!
              VJ
              Once upon a time, a guy asked a girl 'Will you marry me?'
              The girl said, 'NO!'


              And the guy lived happily ever after and rode motorcycles and watched sport on a big screen TV, went fishing and surfing, and played golf a lot, and drank beer and scotch and had tons of money in the bank and left the toilet seat up and farted whenever he wanted.


              THE END

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              • #3712
                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                Appreciate the efforts Venkatesh. Apart from being marked as Made in Germany, and being adjustable, I just wanted to get handsdown insights as to how it fares. Of course still considering the MRA, let's see.

                Cheers!
                VJ
                Bought yourself a Duke 390, is it? :P

                Btw, you did see mine in person when we met in Ooty right?
                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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                • #3713
                  Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                  Originally posted by Venkatesh Velmani View Post
                  Bought yourself a Duke 390, is it? :P

                  Btw, you did see mine in person when we met in Ooty right?

                  Not yet, but she will be coming home in month or twos time, so just wanted to get the knife straight into the butter regarding all the nitty-gritties.

                  "Btw, you did see mine in person when we met in Ooty right?
                  Did you see mine? What? Hell no! I didn't see "yours". "

                  Yes, indeed, I saw your bike in all her "glory" (pun intended)

                  Hope that finger of yours is good now! Ride safe!

                  Cheers!
                  VJ
                  Last edited by B7ACKTHORN; 05-09-2014, 05:55 AM.
                  Once upon a time, a guy asked a girl 'Will you marry me?'
                  The girl said, 'NO!'


                  And the guy lived happily ever after and rode motorcycles and watched sport on a big screen TV, went fishing and surfing, and played golf a lot, and drank beer and scotch and had tons of money in the bank and left the toilet seat up and farted whenever he wanted.


                  THE END

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                  • #3714
                    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                    Venkatesh read your xbhp article. Good write up and pictures and good experience too. Take care of your cut fingers.what about your metzelers how they perform,and how many more kms they will last?If change needed would you continue with metzelers or any alternatives you choose?

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                    • #3715
                      Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                      Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                      That's a great mod. Off late I've been looking into numerous CBR visor installed on 390s and Fazers and the like. So the MRA how does it fare with the "local" visor setup, costs some 8k to top all this up. Any one has any reviews how does MRA visor compare to the current pseudo fixes though I happen to read the MRA visor setup thread detailedly, but is it really worth the 8k spent on the stuff, when compared to locally sourced stuff, gyaan would be appreciated.

                      VJ
                      I guess you are asking about a side by side comparison of CBR and MRA windshields and the amount of wind deflection achieved from both of them. I dont think anyone has done it yet, all we have heard is MRA owners and other (CBR/Fazer etc) windshield owners claiming it does the job Why dont our 390 owners here get together and make a comparo?

                      And unless you plan to ride consistently above 120kmph, you dont really need the windshield, esp in Ooty But you will feel the need in boring 4 lane highways.

                      I would suggest just get the Fazer windshield, try it out and if you are really unhappy, look for MRA.

                      And yes, newer lots have lesser niggles than before. They have solved the starting issues and also the stalling issue when clutch is pressed (they increased idling to solve this ) but anyways, you will have more peace of mind. And a thorough PDI is a must, one of my friend didnt have ABS ring on rear brake
                      Last edited by Adarsh_Bk; 05-09-2014, 11:18 AM.
                      Ride hard.. Ride safe.. Always!

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                      • #3716
                        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                        Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                        Not yet, but she will be coming home in month or twos time, so just wanted to get the knife straight into the butter regarding all the nitty-gritties.
                        Ooh, nice nice. ☺

                        Did you see mine? What? Hell no! I didn't see "yours". "
                        Lol.. 😋

                        Yes, indeed, I saw your bike in all her "glory" (pun intended)

                        Hope that finger of yours is good now! Ride safe!
                        Yup! Finger is fine now. Thanks for asking. ☺



                        Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
                        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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                        • #3717
                          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                          Spare parts price update*FYI*

                          Metzlers- ~ Rs 17,500/-

                          MRFs - ~ Rs 6,800/- (Rs 2.8k Front, Rs 3.5k rear)

                          Complete ChainSet- ~Rs 2,650/-(With both sprockets)

                          (Noida prices.)
                          Last edited by enfro; 05-09-2014, 01:28 PM.
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                          Iron 883 (2015- ); Interceptor 650 (2019- )

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                          • #3718
                            Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                            Originally posted by kkamaleshh View Post
                            Venkatesh read your xbhp article. Good write up and pictures and good experience too. Take care of your cut fingers.what about your metzelers how they perform,and how many more kms they will last?If change needed would you continue with metzelers or any alternatives you choose?
                            Hey man.. my finger is now well, thank you! Metzelers perform great! I'm not planning to change to another brand anytime soon (unless off-roading). It lasted for around 11800 Kms rear.. changed it last week.. front will run for another 4 or 5K kms..

                            Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
                            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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                            • #3719
                              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                              Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                              That's a great mod. Off late I've been looking into numerous CBR visor installed on 390s and Fazers and the like. So the MRA how does it fare with the "local" visor setup, costs some 8k to top all this up. Any one has any reviews how does MRA visor compare to the current pseudo fixes though I happen to read the MRA visor setup thread detailedly, but is it really worth the 8k spent on the stuff, when compared to locally sourced stuff, gyaan would be appreciated.

                              VJ
                              Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                              Appreciate the efforts Venkatesh. Apart from being marked as Made in Germany, and being adjustable, I just wanted to get handsdown insights as to how it fares. Of course still considering the MRA, let's see.

                              Cheers!
                              VJ
                              Sorry for jumping in the conversation :
                              See this My Flamberge (KTM Duke 390) Ownership report - A middle aged man's perspective - Page 9 - Team-BHP

                              There are 4 wind screen options for KTM from MRA - MRA V-Flow C type, Z-type, RNB & one KTM specific.
                              The best part is the holder which connects the visor with the handle. The cantilever-like setup improves strength and prevents fluttering at the top.

                              Abroad some people put Puigs and MRA RNB's on FZ1, CB1000R etc so you can imagine the speeds sustenance.

                              Though I personally use Fazer windscreen but did a small research on MRA

                              Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                              Not yet, but she will be coming home in month or twos time, so just wanted to get the knife straight into the butter regarding all the nitty-gritties.

                              Cheers!
                              VJ
                              Congratulations in Advance.

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                              • #3720
                                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                                Someone here from ooty?? Planning to ride there.. any good places which r not crowded as echo point and all.

                                Sent from my GT-I9500 using xBhp Connect mobile app

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