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**B7ACKTHORN** · 03-13-2015, 02:16 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by abhimanyu31 View Post

Pardon my butting in

. Yes you are correct that coolant is not getting burnt (it would simply evaporate if it over heated). However, there is another explanation for why the coolant is brown. It is the use of tap water with coolant mix. I have personally experienced this and seen it with the SVC. I also suspect that there is heavy sedimentation in the cooling system which has led to the overheating. The best option for the gentleman would be to flush the whole system. Though I would recommend that the complete cooling system be dismantled and examined. I suspect the sedimentation is so bad that some parts may need to be replaced. The other .

Nah, you're right. Unless the anti freeze is undiluted and one has to make their own potion then there are 1001 reasons it can be out of the required ratio. But most service stations I've known use pre mixed coolants so I guess it makes their life easy.

But yes tap water or any running water shouldn't be mixed with coolant, as these minerals form sort of a thrombosis over time. Use pure distilled water in case if one has to make their own mixture.

Cheers!
VJ

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**emon1990** · 03-13-2015, 03:47 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by ksameer View Post

What if I ride in summers and the temperature stays 4 bars short of maximum. However, when I turn off engine, fan stops working and since bike isn't moving, temperature gradually rises. This is when it will breach into the last two bars. In cars, the fans runs for sometime even when engine is off to cool down the engine. Can such thing be done in RC?

As for seeing fuel efficiency, you can press "Set" button and display will cycle through showing different displays. Some of them show fuel efficiency as well as distance to service and range to empty etc.

Today it just happened to me i was riding from home to work in mild traffic and suddenly my engine shuts showing the coolant temperature is too high. I had to wait some 15 mins to cool it down and then go ahead. this is so annoying

**mustang28** · 03-13-2015, 04:24 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Anyone having issues of paint peeling off from the pillion seat? Due to the ultimate heat in Hyderabad, paint is peeling off the rear seat.. Bike is 1.5 months old. Thinking of getting a cover fabricated but not sure.

**joe_marvy** · 03-13-2015, 05:20 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by thrustrev View Post

Those who want to remove the tyre hugger,

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I have a question about the fuel gauge.

Sorry for quoting late. I have removed and fixed my RC 200's tyre hugger several times without any issues or additional washers. All I do is, whenever I remove the hugger, I will put the short screw horizontally to hold the plastic cover and the longer screw vertically (since the screw is long, half the length will be protruding). I do this mainly to cover the holes, it avoids accumulation of dirt/mud and to protect the threads in the aluminium swingarm. since you have left the holes open there are chances of dirt accumulation, chain dirt and lube, etc. Because of this you may not be able to tight with the correct screw. Correct my if I'm wrong.

Fuel gauge, Yes I have the exact same issue. But this happens only when the bike it getting close to reserve. Based on the information in User Manual, mileage, distance to empty, ltr/100 KMs, etc are calculated with the inputs of available fuel in the tank, speed, throttle response (aggressive or sane), etc. Again, correct me if I am wrong.

**archanmishra** · 03-13-2015, 06:20 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by abhimanyu31 View Post

Pardon my butting in

. Yes you are correct that coolant is not getting burnt (it would simply evaporate if it over heated). However, there is another explanation for why the coolant is brown. It is the use of tap water with coolant mix. I have personally experienced this and seen it with the SVC. I also suspect that there is heavy sedimentation in the cooling system which has led to the overheating. The best option for the gentleman would be to flush the whole system. Though I would recommend that the complete cooling system be dismantled and examined. I suspect the sedimentation is so bad that some parts may need to be replaced. The other alternate method would be to used a solution of 50% white vinegar and 50% distilled water (battery water) to flush the system by running the engine with the solution for 15 to 20 minutes. Depending upon how bad the sedimentation is this may need to be repeated 2 to 3 times.

I would also recommend that the gentleman use a good quality premix coolant or at least use distilled water with coolant concentrate to ensure prevention of such events.

So the coolant was not brown as in coffee brown or brown colored. It was more like green tinged with brown (like the neon green coolant might look when it looses its brightness).

ps. big fan of your precise ninja mods..

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Originally posted by mustang28 View Post

Anyone having issues of paint peeling off from the pillion seat? Due to the ultimate heat in Hyderabad, paint is peeling off the rear seat.. Bike is 1.5 months old. Thinking of getting a cover fabricated but not sure.

I think you can get it replaced under warranty.

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Originally posted by emon1990 View Post

Today it just happened to me i was riding from home to work in mild traffic and suddenly my engine shuts showing the coolant temperature is too high. I had to wait some 15 mins to cool it down and then go ahead. this is so annoying

Hmm this had happened to me the day before my fan went kaput.
Was your fan running when high coolant temp was shown?

**emon1990** · 03-13-2015, 06:27 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by archanmishra View Post

So the coolant was not brown as in coffee brown or brown colored. It was more like green tinged with brown (like the neon green coolant might look when it looses its brightness).

ps. big fan of your precise ninja mods..

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I think you can get it replaced under warranty.

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Hmm this had happened to me the day before my fan went kaput.
Was your fan running when high coolant temp was shown?

Yes both my fans working fine

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**Shantnu** · 03-13-2015, 07:02 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by GeeGee View Post

Wanted to know the size of upcoming hole in the pocket due to it, if you can shed some light

The cost is INR 1906.
About 1600 for oil , 300 for chain lube. (Picof bill attached)

Overall service was ok , but coukld have been better imho. The wash left water marks so asked them to wash again which they promptly did.
However vibrations had developed in the right fairing at certain RPMs ... Tho i am kinda ok with that, would have been nice if they were gone. The engine felt just slightly smoother, no big difference.
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**nilesh9777** · 03-13-2015, 07:38 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by emon1990 View Post

Today it just happened to me i was riding from home to work in mild traffic and suddenly my engine shuts showing the coolant temperature is too high. I had to wait some 15 mins to cool it down and then go ahead. this is so annoying

point of much worry .. what will happen during hot summer afternoon?

**GeeGee** · 03-13-2015, 08:39 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Shantnu View Post

The cost is INR 1906.
About 1600 for oil , 300 for chain lube. (Picof bill attached)

Overall service was ok , but coukld have been better imho. The wash left water marks so asked them to wash again which they promptly did.
However vibrations had developed in the right fairing at certain RPMs ... Tho i am kinda ok with that, would have been nice if they were gone. The engine felt just slightly smoother, no big difference.
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Thanks dear
I am quite sure that i have run in the engine in the best possible way without breaching the rpm n still have managed to see 130 on 6th around 7k rpm for a flash. Due to off roading a bit i see that chain is pretty dirty now. Would probably need to clean chain myself at regular intervals.
What other check u guys do on your own between services particularly when prepping for a long tour ride.

regards

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Further i need a few pointers towards the following.
1. Whether any one has used slime in the RC to avoid puncture. If so, the quantity, technique and resulting benefits from a first hand experience.
2. Benefits of filling nitrogen than air. Is it commonly available. I haven't seen (or probably noticed) any such facility.
3. I am planning to buy cramsters all weather jacket (3 in one). By description it seems perfect but would appreciate its utility/practicality particularly in Delhi summers.
4. Most common and affordable GPS system.
5. Whether getting an electronic security system would impact the warranty. If so, how do we do that. Also its possible impact on battery.

Regards

**ynike99** · 03-13-2015, 08:45 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

^^
Checks for long rides-
Tyre pressure
Chain slack adjust and lubricate it
Check all lights and indicators working
Ensure toolkit/firstaid kit with you
Check coolant level and carious connections for any leaks
Clean the usd's

**B7ACKTHORN** · 03-14-2015, 01:02 AM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by GeeGee View Post

Thanks dear
I am quite sure that i have run in the engine in the best possible way without breaching the rpm n still have managed to see 130 on 6th around 7k rpm for a flash. Due to off roading a bit i see that chain is pretty dirty now. Would probably need to clean chain myself at regular intervals.
What other check u guys do on your own between services particularly when prepping for a long tour ride.

Further i need a few pointers towards the following.
1. Whether any one has used slime in the RC to avoid puncture. If so, the quantity, technique and resulting benefits from a first hand experience.
2. Benefits of filling nitrogen than air. Is it commonly available. I haven't seen (or probably noticed) any such facility.
3. I am planning to buy cramsters all weather jacket (3 in one). By description it seems perfect but would appreciate its utility/practicality particularly in Delhi summers.
4. Most common and affordable GPS system.
5. Whether getting an electronic security system would impact the warranty. If so, how do we do that. Also its possible impact on battery.

Regards

1. Slime and other sealants work well, but they are just as useful depending on the size of the puncture, if it's anthing above 1 inch then you have trouble, but Slime works well, used in my bicycle.

2. Nitrogen is inert meaning it prevents moisture formation and helps run the tire cooler than the ambient temperature keeping inside of the tire cooler than normal air would do.

3. Cramster Breezer is a good all weather jacket, cheap and value for money. In summers you'd need to remove the liners, provided, you have two liners, quilted and plain polyester liner, removing them both would make the jacket totally breathable. But again, in stop and go traffic, any gear would make you sweat, especially if it's black, provided that's the case with most of the motorcycle apparel.

4. Your mobile phone.

5. Yes I'd suggest you get a good disc lock, I'd not suggest you to opt for the electronic systems as these systems drain the battery in no time, considering the already poor battery life of the Duke series. So it's best to secure your motorcycle with disc lock.

You can get them cheap on eBay or you can get XENA disc locks from abroad, which are costly but are really good stuff.

Cheers!
VJ

**ammaity** · 03-16-2015, 10:27 AM

KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Hey Guys, Happy monday

Can anyone help me with this
I want to fit the duke 390 triple tree to my RC390. Is this remotely possible I mean with some modification.

**thrustrev** · 03-16-2015, 10:41 PM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Guys I have a query here. I paid Rs.2,52,076/- for my bike including a zero dep Insurance by ICICI Lombard. The declared value on my policy is Rs.2,05,426/-. I'm a newbie so can anyone confirm if this is the right value declared?
Thank You!

**s1d** · 03-17-2015, 12:30 AM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by thrustrev View Post

Guys I have a query here. I paid Rs.2,52,076/- for my bike including a zero dep Insurance by ICICI Lombard. The declared value on my policy is Rs.2,05,426/-. I'm a newbie so can anyone confirm if this is the right value declared?
Thank You!

I guess so, insurance is calculated around the ex-showroom price... all the taxes u pay don't count towards insurance.

**stefanm** · 03-17-2015, 01:11 AM

Re: KTM RC 390 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

4. Your mobile phone.

5. Yes I'd suggest you get a good disc lock, I'd not suggest you to opt for the electronic systems as these systems drain the battery in no time, considering the already poor battery life of the Duke series. So it's best to secure your motorcycle with disc lock.

You can get them cheap on eBay or you can get XENA disc locks from abroad, which are costly but are really good stuff.

Cheers!
VJ

Point 4. Yes mobile phones work really well with GPS, however it'll kill your battery, so either stay hooked up to a power bank or hook up a charging system to the bike, the phone will get quite hot whilst running this aswell. However it's simple and if your mobile is up to it, also free.
Point 5. I have mixed feelings here, I would suggest a disc lock and an alarm, but given the poor batteries, you could get a battery minder/tender for 4k, if you can keep it overnight on charge at least twice a week you should have no problem. You can buy one of these chargers from scorpion India or from some of the import bike stores.

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