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  • #2896
    Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

    Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
    Without a doubt, yes. It will void the engine warranty, as long as you're under warranty. But, AFAIK, the PECU hasn't caused any engine problem.

    Cheers!
    VJ
    Read in Amazon.in, that the ecu is prone to water issue after washing and caused engine issues.

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    • #2897
      Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

      Originally posted by abhiiceman View Post
      Read in Amazon.in, that the ecu is prone to water issue after washing and caused engine issues.
      It can be a one off thing. But, it's pretty much a solid unit.. You can call them up they'll help you with all the details.

      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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      • #2898
        Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

        Thanks VJ and Iceman!!

        I have another query on forks and shocks - according to WP website, WP Apex Pro fits RC390. Can the same products be used on D390?

        Showroom folks directed me to KTM Service Head and the gentleman is yet to respond to my query.

        What are your thoughts?

        Thanks!!

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        • #2899
          Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

          Originally posted by JN8304 View Post
          Thanks VJ and Iceman!!

          I have another query on forks and shocks - according to WP website, WP Apex Pro fits RC390. Can the same products be used on D390?

          Showroom folks directed me to KTM Service Head and the gentleman is yet to respond to my query.

          What are your thoughts?

          Thanks!!
          From what I've been told, the forks are the same for the faired and the nakeds, it's only the rake angle that's changed in the faired one. Now, if that's to be taken into account, then in all probability, the APEX PRO should for the naked counterpart.

          But still, I'd like to get a solid confirmation regarding the same, because sometimes not all the information you get is the justified.

          Hope it helps.

          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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          • #2900
            Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

            Thanks again VJ!!

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            • #2901
              Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

              Hi All,
              What paddock stands are you guys using if any ?
              I like the ones from GA Auto accessories and Grand pit stop but not sure if I can use it alone.
              Any suggestion would be helpful.
              Regards,
              Mohan

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              • #2902
                Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                Originally posted by Dandamudi Mohan Krishna View Post
                Hi All,
                What paddock stands are you guys using if any ?
                I like the ones from GA Auto accessories and Grand pit stop but not sure if I can use it alone.
                Any suggestion would be helpful.
                Regards,
                Mohan
                I'm using one from *MotoMod* from Amazon.
                The quality is decent for the price.
                Using it for KTM's, TVS & Kawasaki. All in one, lol.

                Though using for Duke is the easiest.
                If you can handle your bike by 1 hand (which still feels task for few people somehow), you can use the paddock alone.
                Otherwise, you can ask anyone from nearby to just hold the handle. No big task!
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                • #2903
                  Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                  Originally posted by Sird View Post
                  I'm using one from *MotoMod* from Amazon.
                  The quality is decent for the price.
                  Using it for KTM's, TVS & Kawasaki. All in one, lol.

                  Though using for Duke is the easiest.
                  If you can handle your bike by 1 hand (which still feels task for few people somehow), you can use the paddock alone.
                  Otherwise, you can ask anyone from nearby to just hold the handle. No big task!
                  Thanks, I saw the MotoMod one wasn't sure if it work well with Duke.

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                  • #2904
                    Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                    Hi guys !

                    Back from a 1800kms trip with the Duke. She rocked ! Was perfect in all roads. Never felt a miss with the duke. So after the trip below is my observations.

                    1. Shell v power definitely scores over all fuels. I got a consistent mileage of more than 34 kms on speeds between 90 and 110 kmph. It also made the cold start better. Duke was holding the 2000 rpm at idle perfectly.

                    2. Engine oil, no matter what we use, it gets rough between 2500 to 3000 kms. Oil still seems good for 2000 kms more , but engine becomes physically rough. So proper interval to have a smooth engine is always change the oil between 2500 to 3000 kms.

                    3. The Metz rocked. DUKE AND R3 were doing a same corner but the confidence given by Duke and Metz was at a different level altogether. Was not able to do th4 same speed in R3 because of grip levels of MRF.

                    4. A attention seeker. Everywhere. Anytime,Anyplace.

                    Our ride !

                    https://youtu.be/Y4geixVU9SQ

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                    • #2905
                      Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                      Any suggestions for the tyres ?

                      The stock tyres worn out at 15k kms. How are the new timsun 140/70 tyres ?

                      What are the advantages of downsizing to 140 ? Or any other suggestions ?

                      I am looking for a mixed usage. Some bad roads and 0 track and weekend hill runs.


                      Thanks in advance !

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                      • #2906
                        Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                        Originally posted by ksuresh92 View Post
                        Any suggestions for the tyres ?

                        The stock tyres worn out at 15k kms. How are the new timsun 140/70 tyres ?

                        What are the advantages of downsizing to 140 ? Or any other suggestions ?

                        I am looking for a mixed usage. Some bad roads and 0 track and weekend hill runs.


                        Thanks in advance !
                        Actually 140 section should be the stock for the Duke. The 390's rear rim is 4 inch, the the 150 section is infact a tight fit, meaning it's pinched, and the tire contact patch isn't fully used.

                        Whereas the 140 is a good choice, meaning, the tire is not bigger than the rim and helps prevent tire pinching, and helps provide a more uniform contact patch thereby allowing one to use the full tire side to side.

                        Though each tire will have its pros and cons. How this 140 affects the ABS too should be taken into consideration.

                        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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                        • #2907
                          Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                          Exactly !
                          Thanks VJ !

                          The Metz have an awesome grip but i can see around 30% of rubber unused no matter how ever we push. Moreover being a very less sidewall was worried about the potholes and ride was a bit harsh.

                          Maybe this time will try the 140 sections . Anyone have a tried 140 ? Any good tyre suggestions for 140 section ?


                          Thanks in advance.

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                          • #2908
                            Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                            Originally posted by ksuresh92 View Post
                            Exactly !
                            Thanks VJ !

                            The Metz have an awesome grip but i can see around 30% of rubber unused no matter how ever we push. Moreover being a very less sidewall was worried about the potholes and ride was a bit harsh.

                            Maybe this time will try the 140 sections . Anyone have a tried 140 ? Any good tyre suggestions for 140 section ?


                            Thanks in advance.
                            Go for the R3s M5 Metzler 140/70. You get increased sidewall, plus the tire fits well making it appear bigger than 150/60. Secondly, wider tires 150 aid well in high speed stability.

                            140 fitting better will all round increase the performance a bit, especially contact patch.

                            R3 rim too is a 4 inch and so is my CBR and it has Zapper S which I won't any day recommend for Duke's performance. CBR being the hot fat chick, it's okay, but the supermodel Duke is better with Metz, my personal suggestion.

                            And then you have Masseters, MPSRs etc.

                            Hope it helps.

                            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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                            • #2909
                              Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                              Thanks bro !
                              Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                              Go for the R3s M5 Metzler 140/70. You get increased sidewall, plus the tire fits well making it appear bigger than 150/60. Secondly, wider tires 150 aid well in high speed stability.

                              140 fitting better will all round increase the performance a bit, especially contact patch.

                              R3 rim too is a 4 inch and so is my CBR and it has Zapper S which I won't any day recommend for Duke's performance. CBR being the hot fat chick, it's okay, but the supermodel Duke is better with Metz, my personal suggestion.

                              And then you have Masseters, MPSRs etc.

                              Hope it helps.

                              Cheers!
                              VJ

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                              • #2910
                                Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

                                Is anyone aware of 1.6 psi radiator cap? I heard they are performing better in terms of cooling .

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