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  • #6766
    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

    Tried a little cornering today on the RC390
    but while going to the 3rd mark the back suddenly started wobbling and I lowered by speed and came back up
    any idea what could have caused this

    my speed wasn't low nor did I accelerate or decelerate in the corner
    there was a lil wet patch in the middle but I doubt they would effect the metzellers

    posting it it here caused the RC thread is too lazy to reply

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    • #6767
      Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

      Originally posted by Mohammad Zaid Ali Haider View Post
      Tried a little cornering today on the RC390
      but while going to the 3rd mark the back suddenly started wobbling and I lowered by speed and came back up
      any idea what could have caused this

      my speed wasn't low nor did I accelerate or decelerate in the corner
      there was a lil wet patch in the middle but I doubt they would effect the metzellers

      posting it it here caused the RC thread is too lazy to reply
      do u think people here on this thread are wizards ?
      this isn't the first post where i've seen you comment on 'laziness'.
      it's the same folks around and not any 'thread' that replies to you, and remember its a forum and no one is paid or obliged to respond to your queries the moment you ask it.
      as for your question, i am no wizard to know the answer.

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      • #6768
        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

        Originally posted by Mohammad Zaid Ali Haider View Post
        Tried a little cornering today on the RC390
        but while going to the 3rd mark the back suddenly started wobbling and I lowered by speed and came back up
        any idea what could have caused this

        my speed wasn't low nor did I accelerate or decelerate in the corner
        there was a lil wet patch in the middle but I doubt they would effect the metzellers

        posting it it here caused the RC thread is too lazy to reply
        Check for tyre profile. Uneven wear is the culprit usually. Tyres on my 390 are getting flatter at the centre especially the rear. And off late this has been causing wobbling of rear whenever I corner hard. Flattening at the centre reduces contact patch while cornering, hence the wobble. Also check for chain tension and air pressure in tyres.

        Sent from my SM-N750 using xBhp Connect mobile app
        Typical old racer - you wobble when you walk, not when you ride

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        • #6769
          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

          Originally posted by sharathchandra View Post
          Check for tyre profile. Uneven wear is the culprit usually. Tyres on my 390 are getting flatter at the centre especially the rear. And off late this has been causing wobbling of rear whenever I corner hard. Flattening at the centre reduces contact patch while cornering, hence the wobble. Also check for chain tension and air pressure in tyres.

          Sent from my SM-N750 using xBhp Connect mobile app
          Just got the bike a week before
          tires are new just ran 112 miles
          chainntension is perfect
          and tire pressure is a lil more than recommended

          thanks for the reply

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          Originally posted by s1d View Post
          do u think people here on this thread are wizards ?
          this isn't the first post where i've seen you comment on 'laziness'.
          it's the same folks around and not any 'thread' that replies to you, and remember its a forum and no one is paid or obliged to respond to your queries the moment you ask it.
          as for your question, i am no wizard to know the answer.
          You done? Or wanna say something else too?

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          • #6770
            Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

            My rear brake level is kind of stuck, as in there's no movement. The rear brake is engaging very mildly and abruptly.

            Sent from my GT-N7100 using xBhp Connect mobile app

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            • #6771
              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

              Originally posted by anarchy911 View Post
              My rear brake level is kind of stuck, as in there's no movement. The rear brake is engaging very mildly and abruptly.

              Sent from my GT-N7100 using xBhp Connect mobile app
              I am guessing air inside the brake lines. Ask the SVC people to bleed the brakes and then check the results.

              Cheers,
              Sanjay
              http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/touring-queries-route-planning-itinerary/33587-endurance-ride.html

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              • #6772
                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                Originally posted by anarchy911 View Post
                My rear brake level is kind of stuck, as in there's no movement. The rear brake is engaging very mildly and abruptly.
                get the free play checked first , and it could also possibly be that the piston's or the caliper assembly itself needs to be cleaned/greased up.
                I had an issue where every now and then when on applying the rear brake there was a mild 'khat' sound.
                Had the caliper removed , cleaned and greased the parts. you need to remove the tiny rubber gormets , boots or rubber covers(whatever they are called) and clean and apply some grease on the pins. You could use normal grease, but if possible use the brake caliper grease which usually red in color.. my ktm svc had the tvs caliper grease in tiny sachets (sachets were smaller than the maggi masala sachets)
                Remember the rear caliper is a floating type and one side of it moves inwards when you brake and must go back to its resting position after you release the brake. The front though is a fixed 4 pot caliper.
                Last edited by s1d; 09-26-2015, 06:09 PM.

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                • #6773
                  Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                  Originally posted by anarchy911 View Post
                  My rear brake level is kind of stuck, as in there's no movement. The rear brake is engaging very mildly and abruptly.

                  Sent from my GT-N7100 using xBhp Connect mobile app
                  New bike has this type of feel. Even my bike felt that way, let the pads get worn down a bit it will be fine( say about 100-150 kms.). If old then turn off abs and check, if brakes work fine then some problem with ABS. If not, change your pads.

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                  Originally posted by sanketss84 View Post
                  I got Cramster blaster riding gloves for 2100 from outdoor travel gear outlet bandra today.

                  Felt a bit odd riding with great since this is my first time but later I started feeling good about it.
                  It's leather and will expand and fit better with use.

                  Amazing gloves at amazing price.

                  I am also looking for a Cramster breezer 4s riding jacket xxl/xxxl orange color but sadly it was not in stock. If anyone can help me with it do let me know.
                  Those gloves look nice, man. I have cheap 450/- gloves by probiker. I had a question, can you wear a watch with those on?
                  P.S- Did you take delivery of your bike?

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                  Originally posted by s1d View Post
                  get the free play checked first , and it could also possibly be that the piston's or the caliper assembly itself needs to be cleaned/greased up.
                  I had an issue where every now and then when on applying the rear brake there was a mild 'khat' sound.
                  Had the caliper removed , cleaned and greased the parts. you need to remove the tiny rubber gormets , boots or rubber covers(whatever they are called) and clean and apply some grease on the pins. You could use normal grease, but if possible use the brake caliper grease which usually red in color.. my ktm svc had the tvs caliper grease in tiny sachets (sachets were smaller than the maggi masala sachets)
                  Remember the rear caliper is a floating type and one side of it moves inwards when you brake and must go back to its resting position after you release the brake. The front though is a fixed 4 pot caliper.
                  Did greasing fix the problem immediately? I think greasing would reduce braking power for a few kms, no?

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                  Originally posted by Mohammad Zaid Ali Haider View Post
                  Tried a little cornering today on the RC390
                  but while going to the 3rd mark the back suddenly started wobbling and I lowered by speed and came back up
                  any idea what could have caused this

                  my speed wasn't low nor did I accelerate or decelerate in the corner
                  there was a lil wet patch in the middle but I doubt they would effect the metzellers

                  posting it it here caused the RC thread is too lazy to reply
                  Dude please speak properly on the thread. Like he said we are doing this to help if and when we want to. Search for dukedey on rc thread he might help you.
                  What do you call a biker who does not wear a helmet? An organ donor.

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                  • #6774
                    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                    Originally posted by rohangk View Post
                    New bike has this type of feel. Even my bike felt that way, let the pads get worn down a bit it will be fine( say about 100-150 kms.). If old then turn off abs and check, if brakes work fine then some problem with ABS. If not, change your pads.
                    Umm, i have clocked 4k+ kms, so i don't think it's a new bike problem. Will be visiting svc day after tomorrow.



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                    • #6775
                      Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                      Originally posted by rohangk View Post
                      Did greasing fix the problem immediately? I think greasing would reduce braking power for a few kms, no?.
                      Yes it did. Like i said, the rear is a floating type caliper (do google floating and fixed type calipers to see how they work)
                      The grease is applied to the pins (which are covered by tiny rubber grommets/boots) and not anywhere on the pads or disc rotor. There will be no reduction in braking efficiency, in fact it will improve if the issue was sticky pins that prevent the caliper from moving as it was designed to.

                      Originally posted by anarchy911 View Post
                      Umm, i have clocked 4k+ kms, so i don't think it's a new bike problem. Will be visiting svc day after tomorrow.
                      If the free play and maybe bleeding the brake lines doesnt fix your issue then ask your svc to do a caliper greasing, and they should understand what to do. A good cleanup of the caliper/pistons and re-greasing should do the trick for you.
                      Ideally the caliper should be removed and cleaned and the pins greased and the rubber grommets put back on. Don't let them just try to pull back the rubber and apply oil on the pins.

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                      • #6776
                        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                        Copper Grease is the best lubricant for brake piston, the same can be purchased form any industrial lubricant or bearing distributors/seller.

                        They are high temperature resistant as well as dust repellent too. it will cost around 250/- for 100 gms.

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                        • #6777
                          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                          Rohan this is for you Bro and a thoughtful question
                          Attached Files

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                          • #6778
                            Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                            They have these nice air vents as well so your fingers feel nice cold breeze as u ride and they don't sweat

                            And regarding my bike , am taking the delivery on the occasion of Dushera 22 Oct 2015.
                            PS : the wait is killing me but i can live with it some more days , 25 to be precise , hehe
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                            Last edited by sanketss84; 09-27-2015, 04:44 PM.

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                            • #6779
                              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                              Will cutting the tail void warranty?

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                              • #6780
                                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Owners Reviews and Experiences

                                Originally posted by sanketss84 View Post
                                Rohan this is for you Bro and a thoughtful question
                                Thats nice . I just cant seem to wear a watch with gloves on, just feels uncomfortable.

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                                Originally posted by kussy69 View Post
                                Will cutting the tail void warranty?
                                If by cutting tail you mean tail tidy i dont think it should affect warranty.
                                What do you call a biker who does not wear a helmet? An organ donor.

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