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  • #4501
    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Originally posted by bikersdream View Post
    My rear metz is due for replacement and I am going to try Michelin psr.

    Only worried about tyre grip in wet condition in straight highway driving.
    Though I am preparing for not to expect wet condition grip on cornering.
    The rc stock size is 150/60, Michelin have only close to 140/70, soo do keep a eye on that, but wet grip and longetivity is excellent I've heard.

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    • #4502
      Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

      Originally posted by Deathwing View Post
      The rc stock size is 150/60, Michelin have only close to 140/70, soo do keep a eye on that, but wet grip and longetivity is excellent I've heard.
      Michelin also have same size 150/60

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      • #4503
        Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

        Originally posted by jaswave125 View Post
        Hi guys I searched the thread and could not find any answer.

        Could the OLD RC390's be retrofitted with a slipper clutch from KTM?

        I hope somebody could answer me. I'm based in Philippines and could not find any help here.

        PS: I own both a duke and rc 390 I just love them so much!!
        Yes both the 390 and the RC series can be upgraded to the slipper clutch. Plus the newer versions do come with softer clutch setup with reduced clutch springs and a change in clutch actuator arm.

        Originally posted by Deathwing View Post
        Yes my friend, if your riding at that range , my advice change oil at 2000-3000km range for a longer engine life! Its bad for the clutch plates too, just make sure you check the colour, smell and viscosity, I'm certain you've been running on burnt engine oil.
        My oil change interval is no more than 3 to 3.5k, There have been only a few instances where I've extended the interval to more than 5k, with absolutely no negative effects whatsoever. The key is your riding pattern, sedate riding , doesn't require frequent oil changes, hard on the right hand coupled with frequent dusty conditions do warrant frequent oil changes.

        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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        • #4504
          Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

          Hey guys,

          I've crossed the 10k mark, and my rear tyre is showing signs of wear. While it would give a few thousand kilometres more, I figured I'd look into replacement options in the mean time.

          As far as I'm aware, the stock configuration on the RC is           110/70ZR17 front and 150/60ZR17 rear for the Metzler Sportec M5.

          I had a few questions regarding this.. could someone decode what it means?
          150/60 is the configuration for the rear, what would be the difference if it were say; (160 or 140) / (50 or 70)?

          Are there any alternatives to the Metzler that are better? While I know the Pirelli/MRF are used as they are cheaper and last longer, but do they provide better performance, especially in gravel/sand and wet conditions?

          In addition to this, I came across the Metzler M7, which seemed rather lucrative, priced around 12,000 roughly for the rear. Has anyone used these, or could help me out in deciding if these are suitable or compatible for replacement? There is both, a 150/60 and a 160/60, how would the 160 be different?
          Secondly, would these affect warranty in any way, and would I have an option to purchase them from KTM itself?

          Thanks!

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          • #4505
            Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

            Originally posted by AngadV View Post
            Hey guys,

            I've crossed the 10k mark, and my rear tyre is showing signs of wear. While it would give a few thousand kilometres more, I figured I'd look into replacement options in the mean time.

            As far as I'm aware, the stock configuration on the RC is             110/70ZR17 front and 150/60ZR17 rear for the Metzler Sportec M5.

            I had a few questions regarding this.. could someone decode what it means?
            150/60 is the configuration for the rear, what would be the difference if it were say; (160 or 140) / (50 or 70)?

            Are there any alternatives to the Metzler that are better? While I know the Pirelli/MRF are used as they are cheaper and last longer, but do they provide better performance, especially in gravel/sand and wet conditions?

            In addition to this, I came across the Metzler M7, which seemed rather lucrative, priced around 12,000 roughly for the rear. Has anyone used these, or could help me out in deciding if these are suitable or compatible for replacement? There is both, a 150/60 and a 160/60, how would the 160 be different?
            Secondly, would these affect warranty in any way, and would I have an option to purchase them from KTM itself?

            Thanks!



            Don't expect superior performance than metz in wet condition from Michelin mrf or Pirelli. But in dry and gravel mrf Michelin are performing very well.

            Yes I have read about few people put met m7 on rc and performance wise they are happy. Google it for more details.

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            • #4506
              KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

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              Last edited by Sird; 01-03-2017, 03:15 PM.
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              • #4507
                Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                Hi everyone, i am new here and its my first post.
                I own a 2016 rc390 and i want to change its stock horn. I feel irritated with the stock one.
                Please suggest some good horn with loud and decent sound. Also it should get fixed on the place of stock horn i mean i dont want to mess up with any electricals etc.

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                • #4508
                  Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                  Originally posted by kunal24 View Post
                  Hi everyone, i am new here and its my first post.
                  I own a 2016 rc390 and i want to change its stock horn. I feel irritated with the stock one.
                  Please suggest some good horn with loud and decent sound. Also it should get fixed on the place of stock horn i mean i dont want to mess up with any electricals etc.
                  Try MINDA TRUMPET HORN, mine is also 2016 model and i using that HORN since March 2016 its just awesome... I'll post some pics in evening for where its mounted on bike...

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                  • #4509
                    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                    Originally posted by kunal24 View Post
                    Hi everyone, i am new here and its my first post.
                    I own a 2016 rc390 and i want to change its stock horn. I feel irritated with the stock one.
                    Please suggest some good horn with loud and decent sound. Also it should get fixed on the place of stock horn i mean i dont want to mess up with any electricals etc.
                    Hi5 on this. The stock horn is seriously irritating and even my Activa horn is louder than this
                    I've done some search on this thing too.

                    I have plans of fitting Pulsar220 dual horn set into this, that pretty loud, road legal and not much load on battery.

                    You'll need horns (around 350₹ for a set I guess) and a relay(50₹) to power it up. But first confirm with your svc. It purely depends on how friendly they are. Because a electrical change will lead to warranty issues if they are not helpful.

                    I have plans of changing horn since 1 year but I'm just a bit lazy and I will do it soon. [emoji13]
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                    • #4510
                      Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                      Originally posted by Pawan Kajla View Post
                      Try MINDA TRUMPET HORN, mine is also 2016 model and i using that HORN since March 2016 its just awesome... I'll post some pics in evening for where its mounted on bike...
                      thanks,
                      please provide any link if possible from where i can get it.
                      waiting for pictures.

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                      Originally posted by Sird View Post
                      Hi5 on this. The stock horn is seriously irritating and even my Activa horn is louder than this
                      I've done some search on this thing too.

                      I have plans of fitting Pulsar220 dual horn set into this, that pretty loud, road legal and not much load on battery.

                      You'll need horns (around 350₹ for a set I guess) and a relay(50₹) to power it up. But first confirm with your svc. It purely depends on how friendly they are. Because a electrical change will lead to warranty issues if they are not helpful.

                      I have plans of changing horn since 1 year but I'm just a bit lazy and I will do it soon. [emoji13]
                      hi5 bro
                      i like p220 horn but i was looking something like that of volswagen polo type ( might be asking for too much )
                      is a relay necessary for horn replacement?

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                      • #4511
                        Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                        Originally posted by kunal24 View Post
                        thanks,
                        please provide any link if possible from where i can get it.
                        waiting for pictures.
                        U can buy from any local car or bike spare parts shop, just told them i want minda trumpet horn its @ just 440₹ in my areas local shop, it may vary area to area... Here is the link of amazon.in http://www.amazon.in/UNO-MINDA-D875007-Harmony-Trumpet/dp/B01CNGVOX0 but price is higher here campare to local shopshttp://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/586c9c8e...445541678.jpg?

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                        • #4512
                          Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                          Originally posted by Pawan Kajla View Post
                          U can buy from any local car or bike spare parts shop, just told them i want minda trumpet horn its @ just 440₹ in my areas local shop, it may vary area to area... Here is the link of amazon.in http://www.amazon.in/UNO-MINDA-D875007-Harmony-Trumpet/dp/B01CNGVOX0 but price is higher here campare to local shopshttp://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/586c9c8e...445541678.jpg?
                          will definately go in the evening and look for it. do it needs a relay as mentioned by mr sird ?

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                          • #4513
                            Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                            Originally posted by kunal24 View Post
                            will definately go in the evening and look for it. do it needs a relay as mentioned by mr sird ?
                            Yes relay is mandatory for this. Its cost about 60-70₹

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                            • #4514
                              Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                              Originally posted by Pawan Kajla View Post
                              Try MINDA TRUMPET HORN, mine is also 2016 model and i using that HORN since March 2016 its just awesome... I'll post some pics in evening for where its mounted on bike...
                              Originally posted by Pawan Kajla View Post
                              Yes relay is mandatory for this. Its cost about 60-70₹
                              Thanks brother

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                              • #4515
                                Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                                Originally posted by kunal24 View Post
                                Thanks brother
                                Anytime bro... We all are here for helping and sharing our experiences...

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