Electrical gremlins can pop up right out of the factory too, there is a reason why electronic/electrical components have limited to no warranty and with these switches almost nada. If you can in fact get it replaced and if it does help in solving the issue, why not. Interesting twist in the tale though.

Cheers!
VJ

Hi, the KTM guys have already checked and updated the ECU. However, if this issue as shown in the above video pops up in my D390, then i'll definitely ask for replacement of the same.

Also, reasons like Rat Bite, tampering and aftermarket accessories can be ruled out as the bike is always parked in cover inside my house which is rodent free and the bike is pure stock, no fog lamps, hazard lights, mobile charger etc.

Even if a its a clutch sensor or fuel pump, the bike should not throw "low oil pressure" error, something is seriously wrong electrically in your bike, get the ECU updated/repalced and checked, many 390Adv owners got ECU replaced due to MTC failure and ECU failure error, check these below video





Also for such issues at only 5K ODO, following could be reasons
1) Depends could be bad manufacturing defect with the battery/fuse/relays, check and inspect them all. Check battery voltage on peak load
2) Bad wiring kit or ECU from factory
3) Rat bite (most common reported issue) in the electrical circuit causing some loose connection or some short to ground
4) Someone tampered with the bike purposely
5) Did you install any aftermarket accessory on new bike(like fog lamps, hazard lights, mobile charger, dual tone horn) if so something got messed up during the install from the shop who was installing

Best to start with disconnecting any extra mods you've if any, get the full wiring circuit inspected from dealer. Also since bike is new push for dealer warranty even if they say its not covered, tell them give the same in writing.

Okay. I'll get the TB thoroughly checked. Regarding the fuel pressure, the KTM guys checked that as well and it was fine. Most importantly, i read about this similar issue (engine cut off while downshifting) on another forum happening with an ADV 390 owner, he has suggested to change the clutch sensor switch (located just below the clutch lever) could that be the culprit ? And yes, this issue within just 5K on the Odo. is really bothering me.

B7ackthorn@007 brother newer open electronics as repairing newer allowed by manufacturers and also Bike is already in warranty.

The newer throttle bodies do have a stepper motor albeit that's integrated as a single unit in the throttle body, as opposed to a separate unit on the older gens. The picture posted by Vishal is a good starting point, the newer ones have a complete plastic sensor unit to the left of the throttle body, it's this unit that houses the motor assembly unit. I'd suggest you start off checking the throttle body operation by requesting a dismantle and get the TB thoroughly diagnosed. Sometimes they show the error in the tool and sometimes they don't. I'd suggest you also check your fuel pressure, to see if the pump is maintaining adequate pressure at all times. Did the mechanic check the spark intensity?

It's hard on us sometimes to get these pestering issues checked, but take it easy. Good luck


Keep us posted.

Cheers!
VJ

Thanks for the reply. I visited the SVC to get both of these issues fixed and they adjusted the clutch cable and checked the spark plug and the terminal to lead connection, cleaned the spark plug and installed it again. I took the SVC guy with me as pillion to replicate the issue but it didn't occur at that time. When i took the bike back home from SVC, it occurred twice.

Interestingly, the KTM mechanic told me that the BS6 doesn't have a Stepper Motor, which i still don't believe. When i encountered this issue for the first time, i was sure that it is the stepper motor but i'm confused now when the KTM guy mechanic told me that it doesn't have a stepper motor. Thirdly, i also told them to check the side stand switch and it was fine. Should i tell them to check the throttle body ?

Start off by inspecting your idle stepper motor which is placed on the throttle body. This stepper motor is what controls idle on the motorcycle during start ups and during throttle cut scenarios. This solenoid being stuck or working intermittently can cause engine stall while riding or during coasting with throttle off position and especially can throw tantrums during cold starts. Secondly and most importantly, I'd also recommend you to inspect your spark plug cap and the terminal to lead connection, if loose or the spark jumps can cause trouble firing up and what not. Do also make sure your side stand switch is working perfect.

Lots to check, but extremely easy. Good luck.

Cheers!
VJ

Hi Everyone ! I have a BS6 Duke 390 and i'm facing some issues recently which are common to previous D390s as well. Firstly, the engine stalls while downshifting (which was prevalent in previous Gen D390s as well) i close the throttle, press the brakes and then pull in the clutch and as i downshift, the engine just stalls and the oil pressure light comes up, then i press the starter button and the engine starts again. Secondly, whenever the bike is cold and i press the starter button, the bike would start but only for 1/2 seconds and then turns off, the instrument cluster stays on but the engine turns off. This happens even with and without the side stand put down. Now, both these issues were faced by owners of old gen D390s as well, are there any solutions to these ?

While the KTM 390 Duke has seen great success in its 20 months of use, there are a few points that demand attention. Within the first 515 miles, I had an issue with the engine temperature skyrocketing and warning lights illuminating while on a commute home from work. mybkexperience mcdvoice

A new engine will run hot until it's broken in. If you riding in stop and go traffic it will heat up no matter what. Personally, i would avoid riding in traffic during the break-in period. Letting the engine overheat during break-in is no-no.

Note that the warning on the console is for low oil "pressure" and not oil "level" per-se. I don't know much about bike engines but i would recommend not riding the bike until the issue is sorted otherwise you risk doing active damage to the engine.

While the KTM 390 Duke has seen great success in its 20 months of use, there are a few points that demand attention. Within the first 515 miles, I had an issue with the engine temperature skyrocketing and warning lights illuminating while on a commute home from work.

Your bike is not even 1year old, issue will not rectify on its own but it'll cause more harm. Force them and push for them for warranty claim of parts before warranty runs out.

Take it SVC where you bought the bike next time when "Low Oil Pressure" come show it to them and reproduce the issue infront of them.