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  • #4531
    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

    Hi guys after my speedo was changed and all issues fixed had gone for a ride to Nandi hills on the way it started raining once I cross the toll gates from airport , from their til
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    I reached the top it rained heavily , the grip during heavy rain is awesome was able to touch 130 kmh and constant 100kmh.

    Hmm in love with my bike now after all the initial troubles a twist of the throttle make you forget everything , am uploading the pic s.



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    • #4532
      Re: KTM Duke 390 higher octane lower mileage ?? * warning lot of text :-$*

      Originally posted by wallpapers123 View Post
      I did not know it resets the mileage-O-meter on press of the engine kill switch. Are you sure about it?? Haven't read anywhere. So at a signal I kill the ignition, not touch the engine kill switch, the meter won't reset??
      The meter would have reset once you switch off your engine - By key or By Engine Kill switch.

      The data collected for calculating mileage and range is past data... Not accurate, neither up to date. If it was it would fluctuate immediately based on the ups and downs of the speed, however it does after a certain period of time.
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      Do not argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level and beat you with experience.

      How to wash and lube your bike

      For newbies please click

      KTM DUKE 390 Spare Parts Price List

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      • #4533
        An update to my issue:
        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-451.html#post1083952
        Share what you think about the motorcycle you own or have owned in the past.


        Soon after i lodged a complaint to KTM, Mr Milind contacted me who happens to be the service manager for KTM in Maharashtra.
        He went through the problem history and asked me to take the bike to the SAI service station at Karve Nagar to meet Mr Sachin.
        My bike is at the SVC now and the mechs are trying to figure out the problem.
        I hope they will fix the issue and for now i have placed my faith in Mr Milind from Bajaj.
        I was impressed by his attitude towards the issue and his willingness to resolve the same.
        It will take a few days . fingers crossed, ill post an update soon.

        The SNK Wakewadi SVC charged me for the Second service too. they said that the date threshold has expired and hence i have to pay for the service. I did!
        Mr Sachin from SAI SVC informed me that they should have used the 3rd service coupon instead of charging me. Another FAIL from SNK SVC!

        ----consecutive posts auto-merged-----

        Posting a few pics of my mate's Duke 390 in Mumbai.
        Custom job designed around Jorge Lorenzo theme.
        Also, custom exhaust made by a local mechanic in my city Pune

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        Last edited by The Duke; 08-15-2014, 07:52 PM. Reason: Title error

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        • #4534
          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

          [QUOTE=

          Posting a few pics of my mate's Duke 390 in Mumbai.
          Custom job designed around Jorge Lorenzo theme.
          [/QUOTE]


          looks very in your face in a good way!
          guess this this a wrapping job?

          n hope the problems get sorted out soon!:beer:


          Sent from my XT1033 using xBhp Connect mobile app





          MOD NOTE: Please don't quote the entire post with pictures. Thanks
          Last edited by The Monk; 08-16-2014, 01:32 PM.

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          • #4535
            Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

            Originally posted by The Duke View Post
            ...
            Is that an R&G tail tidy??



            MOD NOTE: Please don't quote the entire post with pictures. Thanks
            Last edited by The Monk; 08-16-2014, 01:31 PM.

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            • #4536
              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

              Originally posted by The Duke View Post
              An update to my issue:
              Paint job looks cartoonish. Too many colors in one bike. The duke is a screamer anyway! Just a set of raceline stickers from ktm powerparts give it a funkier look. But beautiful beautiful tail tidy. Gels really well with the curves, or shall i say, sharp edges of the bike.

              Sent from my GT-S5360 using Tapatalk 2


              MOD NOTE: Please don't quote the entire post with pictures. Thanks
              Last edited by The Monk; 08-16-2014, 01:30 PM.
              Sarcasm is my automatic response to stupidity.

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              • #4537
                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                Originally posted by The Duke View Post
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                A video would be nice.. Wanna hear how that exhaust sounds

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                • #4538
                  Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                  Why the heck is everyone quoting the whole post?!
                  BENEATH THE REMAINS.........
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                  • #4539
                    Re: KTM Duke 390 higher octane lower mileage ?? * warning lot of text :-$*

                    Originally posted by Eshan-P180 View Post
                    During start up say for first 5-10 minutes it will show you a mileage of 18 or even 11kmpl. Dont go by that system since it resets once you press the engine kill switch. The best way to calculate fuel mileage is from Reserve to Reserve method. You are overthinking buddy.
                    *Phew* thanks for confirming eshan! i guess ur right, reserve to reserve is generally the best bet .

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                    • #4540
                      Shims/tappet sound - adjustment?

                      Hi Guys,

                      Come across an issue with my Duke 390. Started hearing a ticking sound from the left side of the bike. Its kinda like the sound tappets make. Took it to the Goregaon Service Center just now and the tech suggested that its too faint to address now. It should be addressed if it increases and the shims may need adjustment/replacement. The bike has done just 1500 odd Kms till date.


                      Have any of you have faced this issue before? What is the best approach in this case. I dont want to ride the bike like this lest it causes any further damage to other things.

                      Kindly advise where would be the best KTM service place to have this sorted out in Mumbai.


                      Thanks in advance
                      Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle!

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                      • #4541
                        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                        Hi The Pain. Youve got pm c:

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                        • #4542
                          Re: Shims/tappet sound - adjustment?

                          KTM RC 390 launch in second week of September | ET Auto

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                          • #4543
                            Re: Shims/tappet sound - adjustment?

                            Originally posted by The Pain View Post
                            Hi Guys,

                            Come across an issue with my Duke 390. Started hearing a ticking sound from the left side of the bike. Its kinda like the sound tappets make. Took it to the Goregaon Service Center just now and the tech suggested that its too faint to address now. It should be addressed if it increases and the shims may need adjustment/replacement. The bike has done just 1500 odd Kms till date.


                            Have any of you have faced this issue before? What is the best approach in this case. I dont want to ride the bike like this lest it causes any further damage to other things.

                            Kindly advise where would be the best KTM service place to have this sorted out in Mumbai.


                            Thanks in advance
                            No need to worry about the sound if is low. I faced the same problem but the intensity was too high. That tappet sound became so irritating that i had the changed the whole valve head. Thanks to the svc guys for their work with shim adjustment. It is a tiresome job.
                            P. S. My bike has done 11k on odo.
                            Originally posted by The Pain View Post
                            Hi Guys,

                            Come across an issue with my Duke 390. Started hearing a ticking sound from the left side of the bike. Its kinda like the sound tappets make. Took it to the Goregaon Service Center just now and the tech suggested that its too faint to address now. It should be addressed if it increases and the shims may need adjustment/replacement. The bike has done just 1500 odd Kms till date.


                            Have any of you have faced this issue before? What is the best approach in this case. I dont want to ride the bike like this lest it causes any further damage to other things.

                            Kindly advise where would be the best KTM service place to have this sorted out in Mumbai.


                            Thanks in advance

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                            • #4544
                              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                              Originally posted by The Duke View Post
                              An update to my issue:
                              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-451.html#post1083952
                              Share what you think about the motorcycle you own or have owned in the past.


                              Soon after i lodged a complaint to KTM, Mr Milind contacted me who happens to be the service manager for KTM in Maharashtra.
                              He went through the problem history and asked me to take the bike to the SAI service station at Karve Nagar to meet Mr Sachin.
                              My bike is at the SVC now and the mechs are trying to figure out the problem.
                              I hope they will fix the issue and for now i have placed my faith in Mr Milind from Bajaj.
                              I was impressed by his attitude towards the issue and his willingness to resolve the same.
                              It will take a few days . fingers crossed, ill post an update soon.

                              The SNK Wakewadi SVC charged me for the Second service too. they said that the date threshold has expired and hence i have to pay for the service. I did!
                              Mr Sachin from SAI SVC informed me that they should have used the 3rd service coupon instead of charging me. Another FAIL from SNK SVC!

                              ----consecutive posts auto-merged-----

                              Posting a few pics of my mate's Duke 390 in Mumbai.
                              Custom job designed around Jorge Lorenzo theme.
                              Also, custom exhaust made by a local mechanic in my city Pune
                              I am a bit surprised by your report. I have found SNK Wakdewadi to be quite good. I too had crossed the days limit for 2nd service and the manager there himself said they will do it free under the 3rd service.

                              Mr. Sachin at Sai Service is very knowledgeable and helpful too.

                              Which mechanic for the exhaust? Any reviews re sound and perfo improvement if any.
                              KTM Duke 390 | RE Interceptor 650

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                              • #4545
                                Re: Shims/tappet sound - adjustment?

                                Originally posted by panic View Post
                                No need to worry about the sound if is low. I faced the same problem but the intensity was too high. That tappet sound became so irritating that i had the changed the whole valve head. Thanks to the svc guys for their work with shim adjustment. It is a tiresome job.
                                P. S. My bike has done 11k on odo.
                                Thanks for the reply [MENTION=68232]panic[/MENTION]. Im worried cos I feel that the sound should not be there at all. Letting it intensify would probably lead to the same issue you have faced or the valves/additional parts going kaput.

                                The service schedule for the 390's abroad includes a valve clearance check at 1000kms. Which is not done here. Will get a 2nd opinion over the weekend from another SVC. If its still not taken seriously, will email KTM to sort this out.
                                Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle!

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