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  • #9811
    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

    Originally posted by kamikaze99 View Post
    I guess I'd better start with a 200 then and maybe later upgrade just like everyone else. Although I did have the confidence to start with a 390 before I posted here. 😅
    If you are so confident, try getting your friend's 390 and ride it for a day or 2. You might know what its like!

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    • #9812
      Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

      Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
      You can replace both the wheels and the motor. Replacing the alloy wheels would give you a peace of mind over the ever ridden potholed roads of our country. With a bent rim, the rim has already taken the brunt and in all cases can be structurally compromised. All it takes is a slight blunt to give up, and you don't want this to happen during a ride or when you least expect.

      Yes, I reckon there's a pressure difference that causes the ABS unit to sense an error, because you've mentioned it switches off after slight hammering and then only comes to return after a while plus with a new console.

      Cheers!
      VJ
      What i meant to say about abs was that he removed the motor cleaned it and sightly gave a few hits with the hammer and after refitting it the abs works perfect. Am only concerned about the malfunction light always staying on. When checked with the tool it gives an error of pump/motor to which the svc guys said it's the abs motor. Now they tried clearing the error with the tool but it won't go away. So the service head mentioned that it may be a wiring issue and told me to ignore the malfunction light as everything is working fine. What should i do?

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      1984 YEZDI 250 CLASSIC My dads SBK
      1987 YEZDI 250 CLII On a Vacation!!!!

      2005 Pulsar 150 UG 2 with ma cousin
      2006 Pulsar 180 UG 3 - For Experimenting
      2007 Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi SOLD
      2010 Pulsar 220 DTS-i - Sold
      2015 PULSAR AS 200 - Sold
      2013 KTM DUKE 390 - Current Ride


      Whats next Probably An Inline 4.


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      • #9813
        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

        Originally posted by omprakash View Post
        If you can see, the oil is collected at the base of the box, the oil is similar color to that of engine oil, it can also be caused be excess oil oil blowby. What color was the K&N oil filter oil that was provided with the filter?


        Filter oil was in light red colour. Similar to engine oil colour
        Then that is exactly what is overflowed here. Remember, to just use dabs of oil around the filter, and do no soak the entire filter in any oil. K&N has given the oil so that the oil acts as another medium on the filter to trap the dirt. If the oil is excess, the engine can suck in the same oil from the filter along with air which can and might hamper the performance of the engine.

        Originally posted by hypergamer View Post
        What i meant to say about abs was that he removed the motor cleaned it and sightly gave a few hits with the hammer and after refitting it the abs works perfect. Am only concerned about the malfunction light always staying on. When checked with the tool it gives an error of pump/motor to which the svc guys said it's the abs motor. Now they tried clearing the error with the tool but it won't go away. So the service head mentioned that it may be a wiring issue and told me to ignore the malfunction light as everything is working fine. What should i do?

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        Simple. Why fix if it ain't broken. If you feel the ABS light is troubling you, get yourself a black duct tape, cut it and stick it over the ABS light, you're all set. Phew, I never thought I'd say this. Oh well..

        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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        • #9814
          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

          Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
          Then that is exactly what is overflowed here. Remember, to just use dabs of oil around the filter, and do no soak the entire filter in any oil. K&N has given the oil so that the oil acts as another medium on the filter to trap the dirt. If the oil is excess, the engine can suck in the same oil from the filter along with air which can and might hamper the performance of the engine.



          Simple. Why fix if it ain't broken. If you feel the ABS light is troubling you, get yourself a black duct tape, cut it and stick it over the ABS light, you're all set. Phew, I never thought I'd say this. Oh well..

          Cheers!
          VJ
          Abs light is working perfect it lights up on ignition and goes off the moment the bike is in motion and also blinks when i manually turn abs off. Whats bothering me is the malfunction light located next to the shift light. That always stays on and sometimes blinks.

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          1984 YEZDI 250 CLASSIC My dads SBK
          1987 YEZDI 250 CLII On a Vacation!!!!

          2005 Pulsar 150 UG 2 with ma cousin
          2006 Pulsar 180 UG 3 - For Experimenting
          2007 Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi SOLD
          2010 Pulsar 220 DTS-i - Sold
          2015 PULSAR AS 200 - Sold
          2013 KTM DUKE 390 - Current Ride


          Whats next Probably An Inline 4.


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          • #9815
            Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

            Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
            Then that is exactly what is overflowed here. Remember, to just use dabs of oil around the filter, and do no soak the entire filter in any oil. K&N has given the oil so that the oil acts as another medium on the filter to trap the dirt. If the oil is excess, the engine can suck in the same oil from the filter along with air which can and might hamper the performance of the engine.



            Simple. Why fix if it ain't broken. If you feel the ABS light is troubling you, get yourself a black duct tape, cut it and stick it over the ABS light, you're all set. Phew, I never thought I'd say this. Oh well..

            Cheers!
            VJ
            Okay bro. I just applied it on the strips of the filter. Think i applied it too much. Will be careful next time. Thanks!!

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            • #9816
              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

              Originally posted by hypergamer View Post
              Abs light is working perfect it lights up on ignition and goes off the moment the bike is in motion and also blinks when i manually turn abs off. Whats bothering me is the malfunction light located next to the shift light. That always stays on and sometimes blinks.

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              Try connecting another speedo and check. Maybe speedo error

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              • #9817
                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                Already on a new speedo so its not a speedo for sure. Some faulty wire or sensor probably.

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                1984 YEZDI 250 CLASSIC My dads SBK
                1987 YEZDI 250 CLII On a Vacation!!!!

                2005 Pulsar 150 UG 2 with ma cousin
                2006 Pulsar 180 UG 3 - For Experimenting
                2007 Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi SOLD
                2010 Pulsar 220 DTS-i - Sold
                2015 PULSAR AS 200 - Sold
                2013 KTM DUKE 390 - Current Ride


                Whats next Probably An Inline 4.


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                • #9818
                  Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                  Originally posted by hypergamer View Post
                  Abs light is working perfect it lights up on ignition and goes off the moment the bike is in motion and also blinks when i manually turn abs off. Whats bothering me is the malfunction light located next to the shift light. That always stays on and sometimes blinks.

                  Sent from my Redmi Note 4 using xBhp.com mobile app
                  The MIL lamp is a very important feature on the Duke 390 so it helps in ascertain errors other than the ABS if any. If you feel bothered by the constant bickering of the light, do a thorough analysis with your wiring and the ABS motor unit, which is an entire unit which has to be replaced. Probably you can try your luck in the Bagh's of used motorcycles.

                  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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                  • #9819
                    Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                    Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                    The MIL lamp is a very important feature on the Duke 390 so it helps in ascertain errors other than the ABS if any. If you feel bothered by the constant bickering of the light, do a thorough analysis with your wiring and the ABS motor unit, which is an entire unit which has to be replaced. Probably you can try your luck in the Bagh's of used motorcycles.

                    Cheers!
                    VJ
                    Will certainly do this next week. Am heading for a 500 kms trip tomorrow. I really hope the bike holds up through the rain.

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                    1984 YEZDI 250 CLASSIC My dads SBK
                    1987 YEZDI 250 CLII On a Vacation!!!!

                    2005 Pulsar 150 UG 2 with ma cousin
                    2006 Pulsar 180 UG 3 - For Experimenting
                    2007 Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi SOLD
                    2010 Pulsar 220 DTS-i - Sold
                    2015 PULSAR AS 200 - Sold
                    2013 KTM DUKE 390 - Current Ride


                    Whats next Probably An Inline 4.


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                    • #9820
                      Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                      Hi there coolant level is below minimum .bike is heating up in city pretty much.should I change coolant ?

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                      BLAKBANDIT

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                      • #9821
                        Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                        Originally posted by blak bandit 350cc View Post
                        Hi there coolant level is below minimum .bike is heating up in city pretty much.should I change coolant ?

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                        After riding in the city, and the engine adequately warmed the coolant in the reservoir should be in the slightly above the min and max line, meaning. If you feel the coolant level in the reservoir is at minimum or below the minimum mark after a ride, top up the coolant in the reservoir. If possible, bleed your radiator and fill in fresh coolant. Air locks are common when coolant levels are less.

                        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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                        • #9822
                          Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                          Guys,can we add a small amount of water to our coolant tanks when top up is needed???Has anyone been doing this????First hand experience will be appreciated
                          Dad's Bajaj Super-1983-1989
                          Hero Honda Sleek-1989-1992
                          Rajdoot Yamaha RD350-1990-2017
                          Royal Enfield Bullet Std 1970 model-1991-1997
                          Bajaj Pulsar P220EFI-2008-2011
                          Bajaj Avenger220-2011--------
                          Harley Davidson XG750 Street ABS 2017---
                          KTM Duke390 BS3 2016-2020
                          RE Himalayan BS4 2020-

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                          • #9823
                            Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                            Originally posted by zestbiker View Post
                            Guys,can we add a small amount of water to our coolant tanks when top up is needed???Has anyone been doing this????First hand experience will be appreciated
                            Coolant is indeed 50%water, so a little amount of water in the coolant tank to top up wouldn't harm the cooling system in anyway.

                            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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                            • #9824
                              Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                              Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                              Coolant is indeed 50%water, so a little amount of water in the coolant tank to top up wouldn't harm the cooling system in anyway.

                              Cheers!
                              VJ
                              Thank you [MENTION=39214]B7ACKTHORN[/MENTION]-was thinking on similar lines-but rather be safe than sorry.
                              Dad's Bajaj Super-1983-1989
                              Hero Honda Sleek-1989-1992
                              Rajdoot Yamaha RD350-1990-2017
                              Royal Enfield Bullet Std 1970 model-1991-1997
                              Bajaj Pulsar P220EFI-2008-2011
                              Bajaj Avenger220-2011--------
                              Harley Davidson XG750 Street ABS 2017---
                              KTM Duke390 BS3 2016-2020
                              RE Himalayan BS4 2020-

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                              • #9825
                                Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

                                Originally posted by zestbiker View Post
                                Thank you [MENTION=39214]B7ACKTHORN[/MENTION]-was thinking on similar lines-but rather be safe than sorry.
                                Try and use distilled water instead of regular tap water though.
                                Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle!

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