Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

I also faced this issue.
Sometimes when i turned my bike in my parking, towards right side the creaking noise used to come. But i was not able to reproduce it in front of SVC.
Recently got the front disk brake replaced and haven't faced this issue since then.
The disc brake in my bike was faulty and used to make a lot of noise while running.
I am not sure of the above solution but it worked for me. You can try that.

Regards,
J

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Could you let me know why the disc was replaced? Was it just the noise?

I don't get any noise while its running and I'm virtually unable to replicate the sound.

I would have to push with the SVC on the same lines [emoji28]

Thanks!

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

The front disc was making a constant rubbing noise. I complained it many times to the SVC but the reply i got was that since this is sintered brake pads, the gap between the pad and the disc is very less so this noise comes. I checked this in all the bikes present in the service center and they all had this issue.
Later i got this checked with the KTM service engineer. He told me that the front disc was "out" due to some manufacturing defect and the noise coming from my bike was more than that of other bikes and he offered to replace the front disc.
I did the same under warranty and though the constant rubbing noise is still there, but it is very negligible. I checked this on the new 2018 manufactured bikes and this noise was also there.
I am not sure if replacing the front disc solved the creaking noise but i have not faced it since.
You can probably ask the svc guys to check whether the disc is correct or not.

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

I'm also getting a rubbing or grinding noise from my front brake. The noise started after the first wash.

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Fully sintered pads produce comparatively more brake squeal than organic or semi-sintered. Some Dukes have been plagued by brake squeal from time to time and the solution has been to glaze/replace the brake pads and in some cases rotors replaced. Replacement can be warranted in such conditions, if the squeaking gets to a point where it's an irritant.

Cheers!
VJ

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Thanks VJ. Agree with you. The SVC guys also told me to clean the brake pads from time to time as small dust particles keep accumulating in the brake pads and cause that griding sound. But i think its is common with dukes. In my case this sound was more prominent than that of other models.

Buying a Duke 390

Hi ,

My name is Vatsal and i am planning to buy new Duke 390.

This will be my first naked sports after using Avenger 220 for about 2 and a half years and completing about more than 35k on highways. I am planning to mostly use Duke for highways and Avenger will be my 2nd bike. Now i want to know some standard procedures to follow for first 1000 kms on Duke 390 and also some accessories for touring on it.

I love this machine for instant power on the go as this helps me a lot on time of days full of stress or frustration to have fun with my bike in my own personal time to forget everything and just enjoy my ride. i forgot to mention that i am from Surat , Gujarat.

Cheers.

Re: Buying a Duke 390

Welcome, Vatsal. One thing to note here is that, there are no hard and fast rules, some ride fast, some go by the books -- most. This being your first performance oriented motorcycle, the run in procedure is the same as was for your previous motorcycle. One thing I'd mention here is, READ THE OWNERS MANUAL thoroughly. The reason I reiterate this fact is that most of the digestible information are already in the user manual, i.e. details about controls, run in procedure, what to be checked during the services and what not. So, take heed of that little manual.

Rest assured, the 390 will widen your smile each time you open that throttle.


Ride safe!

Cheers!
VJ

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Yep I used some brake cleaner... sprayed it directly onto to disc, caliper and pads. The spray turned blackish then I hosed it down and let it dry. The grinding noise and squeaks are totally gone. Spray used was WD40 brake cleaner.

Re: Buying a Duke 390


Welcome Vatsal,

You can follow this thread in link below, it has a link posted to motoman's way of breaking-in a new engine. And as VJ mentioned, Read the owners manual thoroughly.
Best luck for getting your new D390

Ride Hard, Ride Safe

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

I am also able hear this squeaky noise but nothing alarming though. Not sure but but the wires underneath the handlebars can be little tight.

Re: Buying a Duke 390

The run-in period follow whats specified in the manual.. i.e. keep it under 7500rpm (doesn't mean that going over it is going to blow up the engine). And remember at 7500rpm it can do well over 100kmph. Use a bit of common sense i.e. in my opinion
1. I would dump the oil that came with the bike and fill up with motul 7100 (do not fill in more than 1.5 litres).. because i know and have used this oil from day 1 and it does a pretty good job.
2. Let the bike idle for 30-60seconds before you start moving, and ride the first couple of km gently i.e. essentially getting the engine warm. Don't waste fuel by idling for 2-5 minutes (unless you live in freezing temperatures). This is good practice for any engine.
3. Stay within the recommended rpm limit (7500 rpm) and keep moving up and down the range gradually. Do not whack open the throttle and similarly do not ride at low speeds in high gears. Try keeping it 1-5 gears most of the times, 6th mostly if you are hitting the highway. Basically the engine needs a gradual workout across the rpm range and NOT lugging i.e. riding at low speeds in higher gears.
4. If possible avoid rush hour traffic, maybe spend time riding the bike early mornings to get to know the bike better. Keep an eye out on the oil and coolant levels, and these need to be checked with the bike upright (not on side or paddock stand)
5. Keep the chain lubed say every 500-750 km.. you could use a fancy chain spray or simply gear oil, engine oil. I prefer the oil and mostly it's used engine oil that is generously applied with a brush.. this does the cleaning and lubing at the same time. fyi, i am at 32k km on the stock chain+rear sprocket, changed only the front sprocket at 28k km.

Never leave you bike out of sight at the svc.. of late most the svc are only interested in replacing parts to make a buck, the most common trick is to recommend changing the brake pads (at second service) followed by chain/sprocket replacement (usually at around 10k km). The list goes on if you don't educate yourself or leave the bike for service unattended.

Read the owners manual and also the workshop manual.. both of which are available online if you search a bit.

Re: Buying a Duke 390


Thanks for detailed review and yes i did read the manual for most of everything.
I guess motul is the best thing to use and i have been using it for my Avenger 220 as well.

1. Thats something i never did , but i do use Motul on my Avenger. I will try this one.
2. i follow same procedure with almost all my vehicles. Cheers
3. Thanks for this advice and i figured it out from Manual. But you gave me detailed info with your experience.
4. Ah thats something this bike will hate , Traffic ! I am lucky that i have 2 routes for home and one has less traffic.
5. I do lube and clean plus check the tension every 500kms on my Avenger 220 so its kind of an habit but i use chain lube and used oil in case of emergency or when i run out of lube. It does the job but leaves dirty chain behind.
Thanks for your info about sprocket. I do check my bike parts regularly so this won't be an issue but glad you brought it here.

Looks like it will be really fun to share and gain some more knowledge on bikes.
Feeling great to be here in the xbhp.

Best of all i got my bike delivered today.

Re: 2017 Duke 390 Owners Reviews and Experiences

Hey guys, which saddlebags should I get? Viaterra Volante or Rynox nomad v2.1?

Re: Buying a Duke 390

Congratulations!!