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  • s1d
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by anirudhchandrashekar View Post
    Help #1: The left mirror glass on my RC390 vibrates and resonates a little. It is not the mount, it is not the housing but the glass itself. Any fix for that?

    Help #2: Also, what is the cost of siliconing the valve covers? Can see slight oil leaks on the right hand side, and I do have an RTV gasket maker. So was wondering, if that'd help seal it as well. (I have used gasket maker to seal off the left hand side of the engine cover on my Pulsar 200NS and it worked like a charm)

    Appreciate the help, cheers!
    #1 try removing the rvm and putting it back again, also iirc there are adjustment bolts behind the mirror area (to adjust the pivot point).. loosen them up and tighten them.. if doesn't help a new one.. because the glass per se cannot be replaced.
    here is a useful video (its slightly different, if you own the old model rc):


    #2 if your bike is under warranty, it should be done for free. bajaj itself provides the svc with a grey gasket sealant (dont use the red one), which must be applied applied after removing the valve cover (i've seen some smear it from the outside). the grey one which they use is for such specific purposes.. it sets to a rubbery consistency and doesn't harden/'dry' out like the conventional red rtv that many use.

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  • B7ACKTHORN
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by anirudhchandrashekar View Post
    Help #1: The left mirror glass on my RC390 vibrates and resonates a little. It is not the mount, it is not the housing but the glass itself. Any fix for that?

    Help #2: Also, what is the cost of siliconing the valve covers? Can see slight oil leaks on the right hand side, and I do have an RTV gasket maker. So was wondering, if that'd help seal it as well. (I have used gasket maker to seal off the left hand side of the engine cover on my Pulsar 200NS and it worked like a charm)

    Appreciate the help, cheers!
    Use Anabond 696 gray gasket or any other gray gasket. Don't use the red sealant, ever for sealing the valve cover. Remove the valve cover, make sure valve cover mate surface and the surface on the head is completely clean and surface. Apply a thin layer of gasket on the valve cover edges, also make sure you replace your valve cover rubber gasket, and torque it well it should arrest the leak. The key here is the right amount of torque the bolts are given. Loose bolts will cause a leak.

    Secondly, if the glass itself is wobbling you can use silicone sealant and apply it around the edges to prevent it it shaking. Else, it's better to get the mirror replaced. Glue guns too work, but it takes a little dexterity to apply it without smudge. But, it can be done.

    Cheers!
    VJ

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  • anirudhchandrashekar
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Help #1: The left mirror glass on my RC390 vibrates and resonates a little. It is not the mount, it is not the housing but the glass itself. Any fix for that?

    Help #2: Also, what is the cost of siliconing the valve covers? Can see slight oil leaks on the right hand side, and I do have an RTV gasket maker. So was wondering, if that'd help seal it as well. (I have used gasket maker to seal off the left hand side of the engine cover on my Pulsar 200NS and it worked like a charm)

    Appreciate the help, cheers!

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  • B7ACKTHORN
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by itsmevini123 View Post
    Yep, mine vibrates terribly while riding, no matter how tight it is put together. Seems like a design flaw by KTM guys or built quality issue. Some times I think I should glue it with 3M tape
    Don't tape it. It'll look worse than you think. Let it be the way it is. You can also check for a mod video that gives more tension to the latch spring in YouTube. Check for KTM RC 390 latch spring change, and you will see a guy replace with a spring with more tension so that the lock stays in place and vibrates less.

    Cheers!
    VJ

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  • itsmevini123
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
    If you're referring to the battery box flap cover gap, then yes, that's normal. Most bikes have some gaps even though they sit flush, they will have some gap. And no, it isn't something to be worried, unless you have trouble locking and vibrations coming out from that place. Don't sweat it.

    Cheers!
    VJ
    Yep, mine vibrates terribly while riding, no matter how tight it is put together. Seems like a design flaw by KTM guys or built quality issue. Some times I think I should glue it with 3M tape

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  • B7ACKTHORN
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by AbhiTK View Post
    Hi
    I know this is an RC390 forum but since the RC200 shares almost all the physical aspects with a 390 I've decided to discuss this issue here. So I notice a considerable gap in the tank cover as shown in the picture and when I enquired about it in the service center they responded by saying that it is simply the character of the bike and due to the vibrations some panels are bound to come loose and that it isn't something to be worried about. So what I want to know is if this is normal in all RCs and should I go by what the service people said or did I just receive and badly put together unit? Any and all feedback is much appreciated as this has been bothering me for quite a while now. Cheers.
    If you're referring to the battery box flap cover gap, then yes, that's normal. Most bikes have some gaps even though they sit flush, they will have some gap. And no, it isn't something to be worried, unless you have trouble locking and vibrations coming out from that place. Don't sweat it.

    Cheers!
    VJ

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  • AbhiTK
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Hi
    I know this is an RC390 forum but since the RC200 shares almost all the physical aspects with a 390 I've decided to discuss this issue here. So I notice a considerable gap in the tank cover as shown in the picture and when I enquired about it in the service center they responded by saying that it is simply the character of the bike and due to the vibrations some panels are bound to come loose and that it isn't something to be worried about. So what I want to know is if this is normal in all RCs and should I go by what the service people said or did I just receive and badly put together unit? Any and all feedback is much appreciated as this has been bothering me for quite a while now. Cheers. Click image for larger version Name: 20190730_140138.jpg Views: 1 Size: 20.2 KB ID: 1968474

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  • Minisoda
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by anirudhchandrashekar View Post
    So the clearance with respect to the horn switch on the left with the tank fairing is normal. But with the right, the handle moves more than it's supposed to. The ignition switch is more closer to the tank fairing when moved.


    Would appreciate some help please!
    Hi. Sometimes the clip on handle rod bends due to excessive force (usually after a fall) and hence it almost touches the tank when turning. You can replace it. It will hopefully fix your problem.

    Cheers!

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  • kiran2508
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by Sid vichare View Post
    What is the cost of rc 390 2016 model side fairing panel?
    Finding the older model fairing and sticker is very difficult now, if you are lucky some dealer will have old stock. But all new stock fairings will be from orange/black color from the 2017+ RC200/390 series. You can try the white faring from 2018 RC200 but finish is more glossy compared to older RC's.

    Will cost 2500+ taxes, stickers will be separate 600+ taxes.

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  • s1d
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by anirudhchandrashekar View Post
    So the clearance with respect to the horn switch on the left with the tank fairing is normal. But with the right, the handle moves more than it's supposed to. The ignition switch is more closer to the tank fairing when moved.


    Would appreciate some help please!
    just compare it with another rc390 at the showroom, and fix accordingly. we really can't make out much with just your explanation and eyeballing stuff textually

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  • anirudhchandrashekar
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by anirudhchandrashekar View Post

    The previous owner also had a small fall on the bike a couple of years ago. Tiny scratches on the front brake reservoir and the pegs.

    The bike has been rigorously checked and it is dead straight and there is no bending of fork or whatever. But there is a tiny nag. The clutch lever ever so slightly touches the windscreen if the handle is pushed to the extreme right. I am assuming it is a bent connecting rod on the clip ons?


    Regards,
    Anirudh
    So the clearance with respect to the horn switch on the left with the tank fairing is normal. But with the right, the handle moves more than it's supposed to. The ignition switch is more closer to the tank fairing when moved.


    Would appreciate some help please!

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  • anirudhchandrashekar
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Fixed it. The wires on the right hand side front mirror were being pinched below the screws. Had to remove it, fix it and put it back. Works fine now!

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  • s1d
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by anirudhchandrashekar View Post
    Good idea. Just tried this out. Opened up the indicator housing and used my multimeter to check. The switch is working fine. It is completing the circuit as it should on the left and the right side. But still, the right side refuses to show on the console and refuses to light up the indicator LEDs.


    I checked voltages and manually wanted to jump a wire to force a connection too. And that didn't work either. Any other solution?
    since you seem comfortable playing with the wires, why not try and connect another known working indicator to the right side wiring connector and vice versa

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  • kany1991
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by anirudhchandrashekar View Post
    Good idea. Just tried this out. Opened up the indicator housing and used my multimeter to check. The switch is working fine. It is completing the circuit as it should on the left and the right side. But still, the right side refuses to show on the console and refuses to light up the indicator LEDs.


    I checked voltages and manually wanted to jump a wire to force a connection too. And that didn't work either. Any other solution?
    No idea bro I'm noob at electric works ;-;

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  • Sid vichare
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    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    What is the cost of rc 390 2016 model side fairing panel?

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