Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

It's run 22k kms, I don't think it was cleaned ever. Furthermore the mech was advising against throttle body cleaning, saying that cleaning it when it is not causing the problem might lead to dust going into the throttle body while cleaning and will cause problem by itself. I was baffled. I should have stripped it down myself and done it, the lack of space made me go to the ASC. Anyhow, I have asked him to figure it out, if he cannot fix it, I will just do DIY and avoid going to that service center (Adyar Jai Bajaj)

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Either they are not adept at the procedure of removal and installation of the throttle body or they have never tried this procedure or simply lazy. Cleaning a throttle body requires TB cleaner or carb clearner spray, both work effectively. Unfortunately, most of them use simple kerosene and use a paint brush, which is NOT the recommended procedure to carry out a throttle body de-gunk procedure. I'd still recommend you to push them to carry out a TB cleaning process and stay there in the SVC and make sure the job done is to of satisfaction. Keep your experiences jotted down.

Cheers!
VJ

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Just plain simple laziness. The throttle body doesn't need to be disassembled like a carb, its a pretty straightforward job.. Remove tb, clean the out butterfly valve (go ahead and use petrol and a soft cloth/brush to clean out the deposits if you don't have a carb cleaner) and put it back.
just be careful to not rip off the rubber connecting hose and that it is put back properly such that it doesn't develop an air leak around the sealing surface which might cause improper idle and hiccups, maybe starting trouble too. And don't mess with the tps and stepper motor that is mounted on tb.

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apart from tb cleaning, can you ask them to connect their diag tool and check for any error codes.
even if no error codes are found, ask them to simply clear the dtc.
then start the bike up and let it idle in neutral for 15 minutes. don't touch anything.
shut the bike off, and again start it and go for a spin and check. usually after clearing the dtc the bike will tend to shut off when you try to move in gear unless you give a wee bit more throttle and after a few km gets ok (to avoid this just let it idle for a few minutes)

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Guys,finally got the hang of checking the oil level in the window.
As i had informed a few days/posts earlier that i had put in 100ml fresh oil despite the fact that the service guy pouring 1500ml in front of me into the engine but the oil not showing in the oil window-meaning 1600ml inside the engine but still just at the lower mark on the engine chamber.
Well today morning while cleaning the bike,sitting besides it while holding it and rolling it forward and backward,even with extra 100ml oil in the bike,oil was not showing in the sight glass,i was surely a perplexed man.
Just then my younger son,waiting for his school bus,came and sat on the bike -and lo! and behold-as the suspension squatted on both ends and the angle of the engine changed with respect to its unladen state,magically the oil appeared in the sight glass-now a smidgen above the upper mark-satisfied and relieved ,thanked my son for this mini EUREKA moment
So guys check the engine oil with the bike straight and somebody sitting on it to get the actual position of oil in the chamber-guess it is correct too as it is a laden state that the engine runs while riding.

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

I know right, I have asked him to fix the issue since he seemed to give an impression that he knows everything. If it doesn't work out, that will be the last time I would go there. Would rather get it done by myself.

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Can anyone point me to the best showroom in Bangalore for Duke 390?

Also which insurance is better?

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Removal of throttle body, requires the removal of fuel tank, lines, connectors and requires some dexterity and lots of patience, AND the right TOOLS when doing the first time. Take your time, probably record all the things using a cam or something, so just in case you miss out something or don't know which goes where you can get an idea. And always use a proper throttle body cleaner or a carburettor cleaner in case it's a DIY and clean sets of rag. Best of luck!

Cheers!
VJ

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

If you have free time I suggest to venture out all the showrooms if you can and take a call as their staff keep changing. I heard good reviews on Indranagar Showroom next service before GOA trip I would try there, But it might not work the same way as it worked for me. Few months back I had not so pleasant experience with the KTM Bannerghatta Road showroom guys, for a simple full service My bike was kept for 3 days and had to visit thrice to show their incomplete job.
For Insurance I am using IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company Limited third party because of the low premium.





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If you have the budget for both Good choice, Both the bikes has pros and cons and both should have same kind of engine life, Note: very few of us will clock 100k kms with the same bike so Relax! Finally it depends on what you will be using it for? for touring I would prefer Dominar and for short rides/city commute new 390 any day. I personally suggest if you take a test ride of the two bikes and take a call.

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Thank you for the response.

I already paid in Mekhri Circle. All in all it was a bad experience. But since I paid 2000 for booking I just went ahead and paid the rest.

I did not consider Indiranagar because it was too far from where I live.

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Thanks bphukon.

I took the test ride of the Dominar for a short stint. Felt heavy and un-refined to me. May be cz the bike was pretty new(Only 12km on ODO). However, too short to get a proper feel. Long ride isnt available, with the only dealer in Chandigarh.
Waiting for Duke's, test bike was is not yet available. Hoping to get it soon.

The brain says Dominar, but the heart says Duke+ride on air cushion for my pillion

We'll try to get a longer test ride from some other dealers on the weekend.

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

If you can afford a Duke, you can go for it.
Dominar is a good bike no doubt.
I have done long rides with Pillion on 390 but I've added cushion to both seats for 400rs. Took it to bike seat cover shop, they kept a layer of cushion and stapled it over the stock seats.

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Update on the stalling issue: ASC said Throttle body was the culprit and needs to be changed, but it is stalling even after changing the TB assembly. It seems ASC is unable to figure out the problem. If I can't find and fix the issue, I might have to sell it off

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Couple of weeks back, I started seeing this engine check light which used to glow always so immediately I took it to the SVC and they told that the roll over sensor has gone kaput. Has anyone faced similar issue ? I haven't got my back washed nor my bike was ridden in rains but SVC guys claim that it is due to water seeping .

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

Could be an electrical or sensor glitch.
Tell them to re-calibrate the ECU once and then re-check everything.
Eat the ASC's head out on the issue-you will definitely get a solution.
A fellow owner had a stalling problem just because his side stand sensor had gone bad due to a loose side stand stay-get this checked too.

Re: KTM Duke 390 - Ownership Reviews and Experiences

I'd suggest you to check your fuel lines and the fuel pump itself and see if the pressure is on the right side, 42 psi IIRC. When was the last time you replaced your fuel filter? Is this stalling happens only when you pull in the clutch while cruising? If yes, check your sidestand sensor, as they have been notorious to cause the clutch pull induced stalling when coasting to halt or shifting. Clean the area thoroughly, if possible replace the sensor switch and see how it fares.

Well, different people have faced different issues, some side stand sensor, some ABS sensor, etc. Probably they'd have hooked your bike to the DIAG TOOL and come to the conclusion that your ROLL OVER sensor is kaput. Get it replaced. It isn't a deal breaker per se, but seeing a warning all the time isn't what a rider wants. It's just that a sensor can go kaput at any point due to n number of reasons, plus these aren't really expensive sensors, so fret not.

Cheers!
VJ