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2020 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R

2 recalls — 6 complaints — 12 TSBs

22V900000 Dec 6, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling all 2020-2022 1290 Super Duke R and Super Duke R EVO motorcycles. The main wiring harness may be misrouted or missing parts, which can cause wiring harness damage and result in an electrical short-circuit or engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the main wiring harness installation, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2023. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTB2211.
1,040 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.
21V122000 Feb 26, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles. The wiring harness located in the rear of the motorcycle may be routed incorrectly, which could result in wiring damage and an electrical short-circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short-circuit could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness, and repair as necessary. In addition, dealers will modify a piece of the bodywork called the "tail end lower part" to correct the routing of the wiring harness and add wiring protection and cable ties. Repairs will be perfor... Read more
521 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

6 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE2
POWER TRAIN2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
ENGINE Aug 16, 2021
Incident date: Aug 16, 2021
The shifting mechanism components became loose, and it hindered me from shifting up - it would upshift with difficulty, then it would go from 1st gear to neutral, making for a very dangerous experience. It quickly degraded and I could not shift out of 1st gear at all.
POWER TRAIN Aug 16, 2021
Incident date: Aug 16, 2021
The shifting mechanism components became loose, and it hindered me from shifting up - it would upshift with difficulty, then it would go from 1st gear to neutral, making for a very dangerous experience. It quickly degraded and I could not shift out of 1st gear at all.
POWER TRAIN May 13, 2021
Incident date: May 12, 2021
GEAR SHIFTER HITS THE KICK STAND IF USER MAKES THE WRONG ADJUSTMENTS. USER CAN HAVE ACCIDENT IF THEY DON'T NOTICE THEY MOVED THE SHIFTER WHEN BIKE HAS KICK STAND DOWN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 11, 2021
Incident date: Jan 24, 2021
THIS FAULT HAS OCCURRED TWICE WITHIN 220 MILES (2 WEEKS). WHILE RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE AND ENTERING A CORNER (IN MOTION), THE DASH SHOWED THE ALERT OF "MTC FAILURE". THIS FAILURE NOT ONLY CAUSED THE BIKE TO BECOME UNSETTLED/UNSTABLE, BUT UPON TURNING THE THROTTLE TO ACCELERATE OUT OF THE CORNER, I DI... Read more
ENGINE Feb 11, 2021
Incident date: Jan 24, 2021
THIS FAULT HAS OCCURRED TWICE WITHIN 220 MILES (2 WEEKS). WHILE RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE AND ENTERING A CORNER (IN MOTION), THE DASH SHOWED THE ALERT OF "MTC FAILURE". THIS FAILURE NOT ONLY CAUSED THE BIKE TO BECOME UNSETTLED/UNSTABLE, BUT UPON TURNING THE THROTTLE TO ACCELERATE OUT OF THE CORNER, I DI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Feb 11, 2021
Incident date: Jan 24, 2021
THIS FAULT HAS OCCURRED TWICE WITHIN 220 MILES (2 WEEKS). WHILE RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE AND ENTERING A CORNER (IN MOTION), THE DASH SHOWED THE ALERT OF "MTC FAILURE". THIS FAILURE NOT ONLY CAUSED THE BIKE TO BECOME UNSETTLED/UNSTABLE, BUT UPON TURNING THE THROTTLE TO ACCELERATE OUT OF THE CORNER, I DI... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins — 2020 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R

12 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM3
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
160000 STRUCTURE2
061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL2
350000 EQUIPMENT1
KTB2402 Feb 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
During continuous product development, the exhaust flap control on the above-mentioned Super Duke models was improved. Performing the update prevents a possible malfunction of the exhaust flap and error messages. On affected 2020, 2021
KTB2402 Feb 12, 2024
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
During continuous product development, the exhaust flap control on the above-mentioned Super Duke models was improved. Performing the update prevents a possible malfunction of the exhaust flap and error messages. On affected 2020, 2021
KTB2211 Dec 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
KTM North America, Inc. has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists with certain model year 2020, 2021 and 2022 Super Duke R motorcycles. The recall pertains to a potential electrical short circuit failure if
KTB2108 Jul 9, 2021
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
As a result of our active market monitoring and constant product improvement processes, we have determined that the items listed below on the 2020 1290 SUPER DUKE R should be inspected and updated in order to ensure the best functionality.
KTB2108 Jul 9, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
As a result of our active market monitoring and constant product improvement processes, we have determined that the items listed below on the 2020 1290 SUPER DUKE R should be inspected and updated in order to ensure the best functionality.
KTB2108 Jul 9, 2021
061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
As a result of our active market monitoring and constant product improvement processes, we have determined that the items listed below on the 2020 1290 SUPER DUKE R should be inspected and updated in order to ensure the best functionality.
KTB2109 Jul 9, 2021
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
As a result of our active market monitoring and constant product improvement processes, we have determined that the items listed below on the 2021 1290 SUPER DUKE R should be inspected and updated in order to ensure the best functionality.
KTB2109 Jul 9, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
As a result of our active market monitoring and constant product improvement processes, we have determined that the items listed below on the 2021 1290 SUPER DUKE R should be inspected and updated in order to ensure the best functionality.
KTB2109 Jul 9, 2021
061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
As a result of our active market monitoring and constant product improvement processes, we have determined that the items listed below on the 2021 1290 SUPER DUKE R should be inspected and updated in order to ensure the best functionality.
KTB2104 Feb 19, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
KTM North America, Inc. has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists with certain 2020 1290 SUPER DUKE R motorcycles pertaining to a possibility of damage to the wiring harness in the area of the tail end lower
KTB2020 Oct 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
KTM North America, Inc. has determined that a deviation has been found with the shift shaft stop of certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R models. On affected VINa??s the shift shaft stop may not be the proper length intended during gear changes. D
KTB2020 Oct 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
KTM North America, Inc. has determined that a deviation has been found with the shift shaft stop of certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R models. On affected VINa??s the shift shaft stop may not be the proper length intended during gear changes. D

KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R across all model years (2014–2022).

9 Total Recalls
22 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
1 Reported Fires
1 Reported Deaths

KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R — Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2020 (current) 2 6
2019 0 2 View
2018 1 2 View
2017 1 0 View
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