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  • #5071
    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

    Anyone here tried installing 320mm front disc plate on their old models which used to come with 300mm one.
    Do brake caliper also need some modifications in order to do that?

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    • #5072
      Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

      Originally posted by deep97raj View Post
      Anyone here tried installing 320mm front disc plate on their old models which used to come with 300mm one.
      Do brake caliper also need some modifications in order to do that?

      Sent from my CPH1701 using xBhp.com mobile app
      I guess 2-3 members were discussing this just few pages back.

      And yes you will have to increase the distance of Caliper so have to add a spacer.
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      • #5073
        Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

        Originally posted by deep97raj View Post
        Anyone here tried installing 320mm front disc plate on their old models which used to come with 300mm one.
        Do brake caliper also need some modifications in order to do that?

        Sent from my CPH1701 using xBhp.com mobile app
        Rotors can be used on stock rim, but the radial mount will be different as they are lengthened by a few millimeters to accommodate the caliper. You can either use a custom spacer or get the setup done from the SVC, completely doable.

        Cheer!
        VJ
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        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.


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        • #5074
          Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

          Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
          Rotors can be used on stock rim, but the radial mount will be different as they are lengthened by a few millimeters to accommodate the caliper. You can either use a custom spacer or get the setup done from the SVC, completely doable.

          Cheer!
          VJ
          Hey VJ, are you sure we can mount the new 320mm disc on the existing wheel. I saw that the rotor mounting points on the wheel is different. Essentially, the new 390s have a different wheel. Am I wrong here? I've attached 2017 and 2016 pictures from the interwebs. You can see the mounting points around the and ring is different. Let me know if I'm wrong here.

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          • #5075
            Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

            Originally posted by khaosavz View Post
            Hey VJ, are you sure we can mount the new 320mm disc on the existing wheel. I saw that the rotor mounting points on the wheel is different. Essentially, the new 390s have a different wheel. Am I wrong here? I've attached 2017 and 2016 pictures from the interwebs. You can see the mounting points around the and ring is different. Let me know if I'm wrong here.
            Hi, khav. You are ABSOLUTELY right. Clearly a mixed context from my side. The newer ones have a different rim, mount point. The older rotors had a smaller diameter mount points and the newer ones have a bigger diameter and the same RIM does duty on all three, the 2017 Duke 200 and the 250 and the 390 albeit with different size. The 390 has 320 mm while both the 200 and the 250 have 300 mm front discs with the new rim. Plus, the radial caliper mount that is integrated with the fork stanchion is different from the old one. Calipers though are the same and are a direct swap and the spacers are different from the old to new.

            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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            • #5076
              Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

              Hi guys, I have a 2015 rc390 and have done some 7k kms.
              Coolant level has suddenly dropped and fan turns on after 5 mins of riding? What might be the cause of this? Taking the bike to svc tomorrow.

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              • #5077
                Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                Originally posted by deep97raj View Post
                Anyone here tried installing 320mm front disc plate on their old models which used to come with 300mm one.
                Do brake caliper also need some modifications in order to do that?

                Sent from my CPH1701 using xBhp.com mobile app
                You can install a 320mm aftermarket rotor but they are expensive

                What I would suggest is get the new brembo pads along with the new MC, that will improve the braking by a lot.

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                • #5078
                  Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                  Sorry for the long wait for an update on the Hatsumi build.

                  Installed the Vortex 7 degree 51mm Clipons and the 1/5th Quick Throttle. The throttle from rest to WOT is now just a flick of the wrist.

                  Also finished the setup of the dual throttle with push and pull cables for any of you who want to do the same I would suggest using the help of a friend with extra small hands.

                  I am yet to wire in the after market switches as I am still working put the clearance for the Brembo levers. Right now I have to decide whether to hack the stock fairing stay or just build a custom one from aluminum tubing.

                  I will need to build the race fairing to accommodate the clipons or I might just make custom steering stops as I don't need the full motion of the steering on the track.

                  I have decided to leave in the plastic ABS barends for the moment, will fit in the Rizoma barends once I have a crash.

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                  • #5079
                    Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                    Originally posted by Pizzaboi View Post
                    Sorry for the long wait for an update on the Hatsumi build.

                    Installed the Vortex 7 degree 51mm Clipons and the 1/5th Quick Throttle. The throttle from rest to WOT is now just a flick of the wrist.

                    Also finished the setup of the dual throttle with push and pull cables for any of you who want to do the same I would suggest using the help of a friend with extra small hands.

                    I am yet to wire in the after market switches as I am still working put the clearance for the Brembo levers. Right now I have to decide whether to hack the stock fairing stay or just build a custom one from aluminum tubing.

                    I will need to build the race fairing to accommodate the clipons or I might just make custom steering stops as I don't need the full motion of the steering on the track.

                    I have decided to leave in the plastic ABS barends for the moment, will fit in the Rizoma barends once I have a crash.
                    If I were to nitpick here, as much as you'd get the remove adjuster, I'd hope to see a proper fluid reservoir next time. And those handlebars are mounted on the pinch bolts of the upper plate?

                    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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                    • #5080
                      Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                      Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                      If I were to nitpick here, as much as you'd get the remove adjuster, I'd hope to see a proper fluid reservoir next time. And those handlebars are mounted on the pinch bolts of the upper plate?

                      Cheers!
                      VJ
                      Broke the original holder and the Brembo reservoir is almost impossible to fit other wise. Now using the rear reservoir as a replacement, it is not pretty but it works.

                      The clipons come with their own holders that mount directly to the fork, the reason for the clearance issues. You actually end up saving quite a but of weight. Both the clipons with the holder and bolts weigh a little less than a single side of the stock handle bar without the bar end weight

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                      • #5081
                        Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                        Originally posted by Syed Mustafa View Post
                        Hii guys hope u all are fine and enjoying life..... My question is i am going out of town for about 4 months and my Motorbike will remain idle for these months, will there be any problem with the engine or some other part if it remains idle for 4 months?

                        You can do the below :
                        1. Remove the battery .
                        2. Over inflate the tyres . (May be 38 psi )
                        3. If possible jack up the bike using paddock stands at both front and rear.
                        4. Park it in a closed space and use a quality bike cover.

                        Once you are back , change the lubes and you are good to go . Or else give it to a trustworthy friend and have a peace of mind .
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                        • #5082
                          Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                          Originally posted by Syed Mustafa View Post
                          Hii guys hope u all are fine and enjoying life..... My question is i am going out of town for about 4 months and my Motorbike will remain idle for these months, will there be any problem with the engine or some other part if it remains idle for 4 months?
                          This might sound weird [emoji23]
                          But if you're in Mumbai, Delhi / NCR, Hyderabad. I can arrange a safe covered parking + someone to crank the engine regularly + not riding the bike if you want.

                          Come back anytime and take bike.
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                          • #5083
                            Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                            My front brake master cylinder is done served.

                            Earlier about an inch of pressing was needed but now its around 2 inch or more.

                            Visited the svc today afternoon and they have asked me to come tomorrow and they will do in under warranty. [emoji51][emoji51]

                            So, is there any way I can talk my way out to get the 2017 model master kit installed ?[emoji23][emoji13]
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                            • #5084
                              Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                              Originally posted by Sird View Post
                              My front brake master cylinder is done served.

                              Earlier about an inch of pressing was needed but now its around 2 inch or more.
                              Why not take the plunge and get the entire master cylinder kit changed. Nopes, you can't talk them into installing the 2017's MC kit. But you can definitely try the new brake pads which are sintered as they say, you can try that, cheap and effective if you ask me.

                              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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                              • #5085
                                Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

                                Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                                Why not take the plunge and get the entire master cylinder kit changed. Nopes, you can't talk them into installing the 2017's MC kit. But you can definitely try the new brake pads which are sintered as they say, you can try that, cheap and effective if you ask me.

                                Cheers!
                                VJ
                                Yes Yes!
                                The head mechanic is saying the same from day 1. He says get that and feel the difference, you'll be amazed. He even said that the life span is somewhat same or less. My current pads have some 1500-2000 km of life left. I'll surely get the sintered after this.

                                But first I'm trying few contacts to get the 2017 version lever and whatever needs to be change in MS kit.
                                If done! [emoji51][emoji7]
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