Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Thanks again VJ!!
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
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.Originally posted by JN8304 View Post
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.
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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?
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
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.Originally posted by abhiiceman View Post
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Read in Amazon.in, that the ecu is prone to water issue after washing and caused engine issues.Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View PostWithout 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.
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
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.Originally posted by JN8304 View Post
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Hi VJ, will the manufacturer warranty become void if piggyback ECU is used?Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View PostYes, the low end jitteriness is almost nil, plus the maps allow you to switch between available maps.
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Yes, the low end jitteriness is almost nil, plus the maps allow you to switch between available maps. Secondly, Powertronic also has QS for the D390 which is a plus, all this a quite expensive but really transforms the bike.Originally posted by abhiiceman View Post
You can call those guys up or mail them, they're a helpful bunch.
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Does the powertronic remove the jerky nature of the duke? I'm considering other bikes just for this main reason and also the super hard suspensions. I test ride re650, himalayan and ninja 300 but nothing comes close to this d390 in terms of performance but changing the bike within 3yrs is simply not worth it..Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View PostNopes, unfortunately. Most maps are fixed from factory and KTM doesn't have any maps as such as an update. This is why Powertronic, power commander and others gain an upper edge, not only for Duke, but also superbikes.
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Will WP Apex Pro 6543 (front fork) and WP Apex Pro 6746 (rear shock) fit D390, 2019 model?
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Now the above products fits RC390 per WP website and I am assuming that it should D390 too.Leave a comment:
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Nopes, unfortunately. Most maps are fixed from factory and KTM doesn't have any maps as such as an update. This is why Powertronic, power commander and others gain an upper edge, not only for Duke, but also superbikes.Originally posted by vkuchhal View Post
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View PostThe low end jitteriness that you feel is present with all Dukes. The old ones were even more temperamental
. Mapping works wonders for the 390, especially piggyback ECUs. They help reduce the engine jitteriness, heat and improved throttle response.
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So this problem cannot be solved at the service center, they cannot update the maps or make any changes, it has to be done outside using a powertronic or so?Leave a comment:
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
The low end jitteriness that you feel is present with all Dukes. The old ones were even more temperamentalOriginally posted by vkuchhal View Post. Mapping works wonders for the 390, especially piggyback ECUs. They help reduce the engine jitteriness, heat and improved throttle response.
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VJ
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
Hi all,
I have a 2017 duke 390. It has done 6000kms. But i feel that the jerky factor below 4500 rpm in 1st and 2 nd gear is quite bad.
May be for a reason I am comparing it to my ninja 250 throttle and power delivery which is smooth.
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Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences
That's great, glad it worked out for you. Secondly, it can also be due to busted fork bearings. If your handlebar is grabby or is tight at a point, you have a busted coneset. This tightness can be felt better when the bike is lifted and handlebar rotated left and right.Originally posted by aswin_93 View PostYep Thanks Mann, reslacking worked (hopefully). I just did about 1000 kms in last 4 days and is looking good.
Also lately I am feeling a bit of tightness in the handlebar. Somewhere I feel the balance is not proper while riding. Could this be due to fork/fork oil issues? My bike is about 1.3 years old and done about 19k Kms.
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Aswin
Easy method is to put the bike in side stand, pull the vehicle towards you, let the front wheel lift, and try turning the bar left and right slowly, if you have a grabby or the handle bar biting during motion then you have to replace the bearings. Or you can get it checked with a local mechanic for free.
If you haven't replaced the fork oil in a long time, it's better to replace them along with fork bearings.
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VJ
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