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**krashnburn** · 10-08-2013, 11:20 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Originally posted by nasirkaka View Post

This is assuming that bike initially came with mineral oil. i think duke 200 use to come with some bajaj 10000 engine oil which was not mineral. Did you use a flush while changing the oil to be safe? what i have heard is when changing from one synthetic to mineral and vice versa, we need to use a flush, else if effects the engine adversely. ALso, how did you change the oil filter? is it available at ASS as spares?

I received an email from HP confirming that Bajaj 10000 engine oil is mineral oil and has no synthetic components.

**rohitsapru** · 10-08-2013, 11:29 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Originally posted by nitin_sports View Post

gave for first servicing at 930KM

clutch, race, brake need some adjustment.. rest is all good..

Which brand & grade of oil did they put? Do they charge for 1.4L of oil or give you a bottle with remaining 0.6L oil?

**addyrulz01** · 10-09-2013, 12:39 AM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Finally i got a call from the manager of KTM CP, New Delhi that my bike is arriving and the shipment has left Pune yesterday. I should get the bike by this week or maximum by next week.

**Buro** · 10-09-2013, 10:47 AM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Originally posted by krashnburn View Post

I received an email from HP confirming that Bajaj 10000 engine oil is mineral oil and has no synthetic components.

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Thanks for clearing that up. Now I would like to share an update.
I have only managed 100km since I got the bike, (Bad weather and atrocious road surfaces) most of my riding has been in local traffic.
My bike came with the Fan Mod and in a standstill the fan does throw air forward but the amount of heat this baby gives off in traffic, I still feel the heat.
I am 5'7'' and feel there is too much room in the saddle and find myself fidgeting around to find the the best seating position This could just be me.
I have mentioned before that second gear is too far spaced( for local riding). At first I would keep shifting from 1st to 2nd than back to 1st. Now I have overcome this problem.
The throttle is made by Bajaj and it shows. There was a lot of play in the throttle which I adjusted but there is side play which will require a sellotape fix.
My bikes idle seems a little high compared to the test ride bike I rode. The idle fluctuates between 1500 and 1600 any info from other owners would help.
These are the Cons I have experienced so far, But If had known this before getting this machine, It would not have changed my mind. The Handling and acceleration of this bike Is perfect for Indian conditions. I have ridden much more powerful bikes but the power is not usable in local conditions.
Have purchased Motul 3000 15W50 mineral, and will do the oil change today, Then if the weather permits will take a long overdue trip.

**AmitRavi07** · 10-09-2013, 11:54 AM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Originally posted by Buro View Post

There was a lot of play in the throttle which I adjusted but there is side play which will require a sellotape fix.

Sorry didnt get this part about side play an all. What exactly does this mean and how is the ride quality affected?

**nitin_sports** · 10-09-2013, 12:58 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

its 1.5L for 390. And they have come up with a new oil for 390 motul 7100 10W50. single easter similar to 20W50.
yes, gave .5 liter back.

Originally posted by rohitsapru View Post

Which brand & grade of oil did they put? Do they charge for 1.4L of oil or give you a bottle with remaining 0.6L oil?

**Buro** · 10-09-2013, 01:50 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Originally posted by AmitRavi07 View Post

Sorry didnt get this part about side play an all. What exactly does this mean and how is the ride quality affected?

The inside dia of the throttle body is bigger than the dia of the handle bar to an extent that there is up and down play. this is causing my wrist to ache a bit.
I hope you understand what Im on about.

I drained and measured the engine oil today. To my surprise It came to 1.7lt ???
poured 1.5lt of motul.

**riazmomin** · 10-09-2013, 02:52 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Originally posted by nitin_sports View Post

its 1.5L for 390. And they have come up with a new oil for 390 motul 7100 10W50. single easter similar to 20W50.
yes, gave .5 liter back.

Came to known that Motul 7100 10w50 won't be available outnside the bajaj service centers. Motul will be directly providing it to the service centers and no middlemen. I won't be surprised if any one doesn't find it in stores outside.

Originally posted by Buro View Post

The inside dia of the throttle body is bigger than the dia of the handle bar to an extent that there is up and down play. this is causing my wrist to ache a bit.
I hope you understand what Im on about.

I drained and measured the engine oil today. To my surprise It came to 1.7lt ???
poured 1.5lt of motul.

Any risk of jamming the accelerator grip?

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**Buro** · 10-09-2013, 03:13 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

If you mean jamming due to adding sellotape, then no I have done this before on my RX135, the trick is to use Brown Tape and always make sure Throttle body spins freely.

**Cyrus_the_virus** · 10-09-2013, 04:08 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Originally posted by Buro View Post

The inside dia of the throttle body is bigger than the dia of the handle bar to an extent that there is up and down play. this is causing my wrist to ache a bit.
I hope you understand what Im on about.

Bro, it's not supposed to do that. Get it checked and replaced if needbe than doing a DIY.

Also, you can relieve some of the stress on the wrist by adjusting the handlebar for a more comfortable position.

**krish2778** · 10-09-2013, 04:17 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Guys, any idea if the delivery of the 390 has started at bangalore ? or when it is likely ?

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

**JayD** · 10-09-2013, 04:28 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

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**maverick180** · 10-09-2013, 04:31 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Dear All,

As far as the issue of changing the oil before 1st service goes, it seems most of you are using Motul 30004T 15W50 for the change. I have done around 300 kms till date. Have to change the oil now. Had bought 2 litres of Motul 7100 20W50 due to the unavailability of the 10W50 with retailers. But I guess it will be best to stick to Motul 3000 15W50 as most of you have done.

Do pour in your suggestions. Motul 7100 20W50 or Motul 30004T 15W50.

Another point is that I dont get Motul here at Jamshedpur. I assume that Motul oils are rebranded as YamaLubes and sold as OEM at Yamaha A.S.S. Would it be wise to use the their 15W50 mineral as a replacement for Motul?

**krish2778** · 10-09-2013, 04:34 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Originally posted by JayD View Post

@krish2778

Haha..!! Seems like i have been under a rock for some time..!!!

Well, i know it was wrong of me to just blunt in with that questions, but had just found the thread recently.
well, i do not stay at Bangalore, so no idea, my friend is relocating there, and he wanted to know since he is thinking of getting one and wanted to know how long he might have to wait. And here in Kerala haven't heard of any deliveries yet of the bike..!

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

**senotrius** · 10-09-2013, 05:27 PM

Re: KTM 390 - The original Hooligan - Ownership Thread

Well no idea how things are going down here Kerala.any idea about deliveries made brothers??

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