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**judebrent** · 02-09-2016, 09:36 AM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by jack_daniels View Post

Installed the Philips Xtreme Vision today. It's definitely a pleasurable experience. I'd rate it as around 30% brighter than stocks as advertised. But, not as much as HIDs I had installed on my ZMR. HIDs are from a different world altogether. But, they are white.[emoji18]
P.S.: I wonder if stock single yellow motorcycle headlights can get any better than this. But, it definitely works as doubles in cars. Car yellow 55/60w headlights have very good illumination as per my experience.

Any idea whether this is better than Osram NB Unltd?

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Need some help with handle bar grips. Need something soft and comfortable, can someone recommend/suggest along with cost*

Thanks

**rick_7428** · 02-09-2016, 01:29 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by judebrent View Post

Need some help with handle bar grips. Need something soft and comfortable, can someone recommend/suggest along with cost*

Thanks

I have switched to rc390 grips. They are much more comfortable, the grip is good and cost around hundred bucks. Fits perfectly.

**judebrent** · 02-09-2016, 02:58 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by rick_7428 View Post

I have switched to rc390 grips. They are much more comfortable, the grip is good and cost around hundred bucks. Fits perfectly.

Where do I get them? Any online source? Thanks

**ananthu** · 02-09-2016, 03:26 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by rick_7428 View Post

I have switched to rc390 grips. They are much more comfortable, the grip is good and cost around hundred bucks. Fits perfectly.

I was under the impression that the Duke received grips from the RC series during the 2015 face-lift. Am I wrong?

Guys, I just found out that the paint on my left grab rail is chipping. Should I push for a replacement or should I just leave it (The paint is gonna chip eventually anyways, right?)

**riazmomin** · 02-09-2016, 03:32 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by smoker n doper View Post

@Rakshit : I was always in favour of waiting !!

Was browsing the internet when i came across this, atleast i did not know this jugaad !

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Well, that's my bike and my pic.
I use the car jack when cleaning the chain and lubing it with chain spray. But now using only W90 Gear since an year.

Originally posted by Veeral View Post

Hey guys.

Last week I emptied my motul lube can. So this time thought to go for some other brand.

Bought tribocor chain cleaner & chain lube.

The outcome is very foamy. Sprayed last night and I let it rest overnight. Rode to office approx 39kms. To my surprise this happened. [emoji116]

I think I over sprayed. Since it was all foamy couldn't judge. But this never happened with motul. Even if I over sprayed it never went this beserk.

IMHO, Tribocor is worst chain lube I ever used. I used it only once and never went back to it.
Not only the lube life is very less, it makes complete rear section of the bike messy. Other lube spots are easy to remove, but tribocor is difficult. It sticks to every surface except the chain.

Best one I used was "CYCLO Chain Lube". It is manufactured by Sputnik Industries for Pidilite.
It is industrial grade lube which can be used on O-Ring chains too. Cost around 160 for 120ml.

I felt is better than Motul, Yamalube, Diamond and 3M.
Now, it is difficult to find this lube. I tried to contact local dealer, but there has been no response. It used to be available at Shell Petrol Bunks. Now all Shell bunks are closed in Hyderabad.

Currently using 90W gear oil, which is very cheap, easy to clean and lasts about 250 kms every application.

**jack_daniels** · 02-09-2016, 04:27 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by judebrent View Post

Where do I get them? Any online source? Thanks

Duke 2015 already has the RC390 grips afaik. You can go for other grips like Renthal, etc. I don't know much as I don't intend to go for this mod.
Another thing you can do to decrease palm & wrist pain is to go for throttle pads. But, you hv to be careful with them from what I heard.

**s1d** · 02-09-2016, 04:50 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by rakshit rana View Post

Most of the coolants have 70% chemicals and 30% water. The chemicals prevent engine parts from corrosion from the water content of the coolant.

there are two different ways in which coolant/antifreeze is sold:
1. Concentrate - where you mix it with 1 or 2 parts of water depending on the application and conditions in which it is used. Eg: mak superkool af
2. Premix, where you use it directly without mixing with water (the motul inugel expert, motul motocool, mak redicool are examples)

So when the coolant is finally added to the radiator, in most cases (unless you are in the arctic) the water concentration is around 70% (and not the other way around as you mention). Remember, that even the concentrate itself will have some % of water.
you can check out the details of some of the coolants here https://www.iocl.com/products/Automo...alityOils.aspx

And then there are different types of coolants (don't blindly go by color) based on their chemistry (ethylene glycol, propylene glycol etc..). so unless you have read their data sheet try not to mix different brand coolants even if they are of same color (A little wont do any harm though). the chemicals apart from providing corrosion protection do another important duty i.e. provide the 'antifreeze' property (i.e. to lower the freezing point so that it doesn't freeze up in colder climates)

Antifreeze - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antifreeze

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Originally posted by riazmomin View Post

Currently using 90W gear oil, which is very cheap, easy to clean and lasts about 250 kms every application.

yes, that's the cheapest lube without negatively affecting the chain. you could also give the chain a light spray with nulon grease spray. i do that around every 1500km.
and 90% of my lubing/cleaning is done at the svc with their used engine oil

at banjara ktm. nearing 20k km and the chain kit will easily last another 10k.
what i have understood is that it is important to keep the chain lubed at specified intervals rather than using a fancy brand spray and neglecting/irregular lubing intervals.

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Originally posted by judebrent View Post

Where do I get them? Any online source? Thanks

you can get the new grips (since 2015 rc and dukes use same grips) at the svc itself.
otherwise you can use those slip on grip covers that are sold at local spares shops.cost around 40 bucks a set and available in sponge or rubber types. if will give you a thicker and softer grip..not to mention the mild reduction in vibes felt.

**riazmomin** · 02-09-2016, 05:04 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by s1d View Post

yes, that's the cheapest lube without negatively affecting the chain. you could also give the chain a light spray with nulon grease spray. i do that around every 1500km.
and 90% of my lubing/cleaning is done at the svc with their used engine oil

at banjara ktm. nearing 20k km and the chain kit will easily last another 10k.
what i have understood is that it is important to keep the chain lubed at specified intervals rather than using a fancy brand spray and neglecting/irregular lubing intervals.

Yes, regular lube and regular cleaning will easily increase the chain life.
I have seen people changing sprocket set at 12000 KMS. Mine has done 35000 KMS and will be gettting it changed at Bnajara this Thursday. For first time they had something in stock in first attempt.

Also, engine oil will be changed to Xado 10w60. If time permits, i will see if they can drain the coolant completely and refill it with fresh one.
Along with changing the clutch and accelartor cables.

**judebrent** · 02-09-2016, 05:19 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by s1d View Post

there are two different ways in which coolant/antifreeze is sold:
1. Concentrate - where you mix it with 1 or 2 parts of water depending on the application and conditions in which it is used. Eg: mak superkool af
2. Premix, where you use it directly without mixing with water (the motul inugel expert, motul motocool, mak redicool are examples)

So when the coolant is finally added to the radiator, in most cases (unless you are in the arctic) the water concentration is around 70% (and not the other way around as you mention). Remember, that even the concentrate itself will have some % of water.
you can check out the details of some of the coolants here https://www.iocl.com/products/Automo...alityOils.aspx

And then there are different types of coolants (don't blindly go by color) based on their chemistry (ethylene glycol, propylene glycol etc..). so unless you have read their data sheet try not to mix different brand coolants even if they are of same color (A little wont do any harm though). the chemicals apart from providing corrosion protection do another important duty i.e. provide the 'antifreeze' property (i.e. to lower the freezing point so that it doesn't freeze up in colder climates)

Antifreeze - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antifreeze

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yes, that's the cheapest lube without negatively affecting the chain. you could also give the chain a light spray with nulon grease spray. i do that around every 1500km.
and 90% of my lubing/cleaning is done at the svc with their used engine oil

at banjara ktm. nearing 20k km and the chain kit will easily last another 10k.
what i have understood is that it is important to keep the chain lubed at specified intervals rather than using a fancy brand spray and neglecting/irregular lubing intervals.

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you can get the new grips (since 2015 rc and dukes use same grips) at the svc itself.
otherwise you can use those slip on grip covers that are sold at local spares shops.cost around 40 bucks a set and available in sponge or rubber types. if will give you a thicker and softer grip..not to mention the mild reduction in vibes felt.

I have the 2015 end model itself, so I'd rather add the grip cover. Thanks

**rakshit rana** · 02-09-2016, 06:41 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by s1d View Post

there are two different ways in which coolant/antifreeze is sold:
1. Concentrate - where you mix it with 1 or 2 parts of water depending on the application and conditions in which it is used. Eg: mak superkool af
2. Premix, where you use it directly without mixing with water (the motul inugel expert, motul motocool, mak redicool are examples)

So when the coolant is finally added to the radiator, in most cases (unless you are in the arctic) the water concentration is around 70% (and not the other way around as you mention). Remember, that even the concentrate itself will have some % of water.
you can check out the details of some of the coolants here https://www.iocl.com/products/Automo...alityOils.aspx

And then there are different types of coolants (don't blindly go by color) based on their chemistry (ethylene glycol, propylene glycol etc..). so unless you have read their data sheet try not to mix different brand coolants even if they are of same color (A little wont do any harm though). the chemicals apart from providing corrosion protection do another important duty i.e. provide the 'antifreeze' property (i.e. to lower the freezing point so that it doesn't freeze up in colder climates)

Antifreeze - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antifreeze

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yes, that's the cheapest lube without negatively affecting the chain. you could also give the chain a light spray with nulon grease spray. i do that around every 1500km.
and 90% of my lubing/cleaning is done at the svc with their used engine oil

at banjara ktm. nearing 20k km and the chain kit will easily last another 10k.
what i have understood is that it is important to keep the chain lubed at specified intervals rather than using a fancy brand spray and neglecting/irregular lubing intervals.

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

you can get the new grips (since 2015 rc and dukes use same grips) at the svc itself.
otherwise you can use those slip on grip covers that are sold at local spares shops.cost around 40 bucks a set and available in sponge or rubber types. if will give you a thicker and softer grip..not to mention the mild reduction in vibes felt.

Thanks for your input mate. Will read more about them and take care in future not to mix them just like that.
Cheers (y)

**judebrent** · 02-09-2016, 07:50 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by jack_daniels View Post

Duke 2015 already has the RC390 grips afaik. You can go for other grips like Renthal, etc. I don't know much as I don't intend to go for this mod.
Another thing you can do to decrease palm & wrist pain is to go for throttle pads. But, you hv to be careful with them from what I heard.

I'll be fine with a grip cover, just want to have something softer to grip!

**s1d** · 02-09-2016, 11:56 PM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by riazmomin View Post

Yes, regular lube and regular cleaning will easily increase the chain life.
I have seen people changing sprocket set at 12000 KMS. Mine has done 35000 KMS and will be gettting it changed at Bnajara this Thursday. For first time they had something in stock in first attempt.

Also, engine oil will be changed to Xado 10w60. If time permits, i will see if they can drain the coolant completely and refill it with fresh one.
Along with changing the clutch and accelartor cables.

ha ha good luck with spares at banjara. and btw these days the waiting time for servicing is around 5 days

by prior appointment.
why 10w60 ? It would be too thick at operating temp and i dont think the clearances on this engine necessitates a w60 grade
I'd say stick to the 10w50 or 20w50 motul 7100 (apparently ktm has asked them not to use even the 300v), and a dose of 'nano energizer' - i've noticed that it makes the engine sound a wee bit more refined/quieter.
they will drain and refill coolant (but not flush the radiator out with water). it hardly takes 10 min to drain and refill.

**rakshit rana** · 02-10-2016, 12:23 AM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by riazmomin View Post

Yes, regular lube and regular cleaning will easily increase the chain life.
I have seen people changing sprocket set at 12000 KMS. Mine has done 35000 KMS and will be gettting it changed at Bnajara this Thursday. For first time they had something in stock in first attempt.

Also, engine oil will be changed to Xado 10w60. If time permits, i will see if they can drain the coolant completely and refill it with fresh one.
Along with changing the clutch and accelartor cables.

What's the recommended interval to drain the coolant? And at what interval chain cleaning and lubing needs to be done?

**rick_7428** · 02-10-2016, 02:34 AM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by ananthu View Post

I was under the impression that the Duke received grips from the RC series during the 2015 face-lift. Am I wrong?

I thought he has old duke.
Mine is Oct 2013 model.
Compared to the old duke one's the new grips are very pleasant to ride with... You should checkout the old grips then you will be quite satisfied with the current one!

**xplod566** · 02-10-2016, 05:24 AM

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Originally posted by riazmomin View Post

Well, that's my bike and my pic.
I use the car jack when cleaning the chain and lubing it with chain spray. But now using only W90 Gear since an year.

IMHO, Tribocor is worst chain lube I ever used. I used it only once and never went back to it.
Not only the lube life is very less, it makes complete rear section of the bike messy. Other lube spots are easy to remove, but tribocor is difficult. It sticks to every surface except the chain.

Best one I used was "CYCLO Chain Lube". It is manufactured by Sputnik Industries for Pidilite.
It is industrial grade lube which can be used on O-Ring chains too. Cost around 160 for 120ml.

I felt is better than Motul, Yamalube, Diamond and 3M.
Now, it is difficult to find this lube. I tried to contact local dealer, but there has been no response. It used to be available at Shell Petrol Bunks. Now all Shell bunks are closed in Hyderabad.

Currently using 90W gear oil, which is very cheap, easy to clean and lasts about 250 kms every application.

Tribocor is a very good chain lube.Are you sure you are using the chain luebe and not the chain cleaner.

You need to spray a little ,nt much.And it sticks alike a leech trust me.I use it every 1000 Kms and sometimes i still see little bit of spray leftovers.

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