2017 KTM RC390 | Favorites & Fails 

I bet this was one of the most requested ones on your channel by all the Indians with their on point advanced english skills. It's one of the most cherished bikes here due to its dirt cheap price as compared to other bikes in its segment. Just to give you an idea it's about $3500 ex-showroom when converted from inr to usd. It's not viewed as a beginner's bike here by most of the masses, instead most of the people hope to upgrade to this bike from their commuter class bikes one day. Hope you guys continue with the awesome and great quality content. Lots of love and support from India!!!

I had one of the first 2017 rc390s here and was extremely hyped about owning one. Sold my rebel 500 for it. And to all other would-be owners planning on buying one: PLEASE DON'T 😂 Lets start off with reliability. 2 recalls over the span of 7 months. Engine overheats on bumper to bumper traffic and on long distances. Electronics tend to go haywire on you as you put more miles. Valve clearance is still a damn issue. Engine seizure tends to happen at random. The fuel tank is also ridiculously small. Vibrates a lot *which is normal for a thumper but this one just really vibrates alot more* and the brakes also tend to fade after an hour of semi-hooligan riding on the mountains. It is the worst bike when it comes to reliability. Performancewise, there is no doubt it stumps the rest of the competition, hands down. But as bike to live with? A greek accountant would be more reliable than it. The perfomance that it provides just isn't enough to offset the issues that comes with owning one. That's why I sold it and replaced it with an R3. Not as torquey up the mountains but at least I can sleep a lot better at night knowing my bike is gonna start the next morning.

glad u guys have the balls to call out bike manufacturers for reliability so tired of seeing every reviewer never even mention it on even the worst bikes that have severe known issues

390 is lovely, but I've got to admit - I'm really worried about that head gasket and clearance issues...

Be aware: KTM did NOT fix the gasket problems for the newer 2017+ models. The new models are still blowing up all the time. There's a reason the top ultralight class racers are now switched to the Ninja 400's. Way more reliable.

It's nice to see a Made in India bike get so much love. The switch gear back light concept started when the collaborating Company Bajaj, introduced it on its 150cc bike called Pulsar. It also had self cancelling indicators. Dont know why they didn't catch on.

I think you missed out on "Ride by wire" and "slipper clutch"

Thank you so much Hari, it doesn't happen everyday to listen to such a honest review of pros and cons. This is one of the factors that make me love your channel.

that painting is stunning

Thank you so much Ari and gang at MM! I just got my A2 license (Europe) and very close to buying a 2015KTMRC390 (or2016, not sure yet! ) I saw this bike first, with u riding it around, and then u did a walkaround! awesome stuff guys! Respect from Cyprus

Hey Ari, would your list of F&F cover the Duke as well? Also thanks for putting the basic specs of the bike in the description bar. This series is great.

I can never unsee the backseat now. Before you mention it, I never noticed it wtf!

Is it just me or U look like Captain America.....

I love the way the Duke and RC 390 style. it stands out from the competition and the factory engine turning squeezes the most out of that single cylinder engine. But, when it comes to reliably, all of the alarm bells go off. These bikes are recommended as great beginners bikes but how? It is no use having a motorbike when it's going to spend half of its life in the garage for repairs. I really wanted purchase a Duke 390 this year but I think i will stick with Yamaha or Honda.

The break-in service on my 790 Duke cost 363.00 dollars CDN, I was informed by the service tech that first service on the 390 costs 800.00 dollars and includes a valve clearance check, which is not required on the 790. I suspect these highly strung little screamers may still have unresolved reliability issues.

I love mine, never had any issues or complaints. Peppy and has great attitude for the streets

i think a yuuuge factor is reliability. as confirmed so many horror stories and its more deadlier in 2 wheels than in four, and whats the fun on waiting on your bike, can get long on the tooth pretty quick? perpetual motion is what triggers that dopamine in our brains. so you could be riding a souless but reliable cbr300 and going places or having an additional $5K rack in your garage. a grom can be fun too! and its a honda. maybe in the not so distant future, somebody will start transplanting a japanese thumper engine like from an xr650r on the chasis like some people do with the aprilia sxv550 with a ninja 650

Where I live this bike is (or maybe was, if they changed the prices) more expensive than a Hyosung GT650R. The Hyosung isn't the most reliable bike, but it's been working almost fine and definitely no engine issues, their electricals are their weak points.

I burnt out the Nikasil off the cylinder on my 2014 Duke 390 with 30000 kms of mixed riding conditions; some touring, some enthused commuting. Had to buy a fresh piston/cylinder kit :/. I still love the bike, because these were not mundane kilometres, you trade reliability off for mad performance, all day long.

just pulled the trigger on a brand new '19 rc390. cant. fucking. wait.

Ari you missed some fails like Slow responding rear suspension. Rear brakes that lock a bit too easily Air box cracking An engine that always runs very hot Oil spilling out of your sprocket cover if not bolted on correctly. Hard seat .

hey sir big fan, check out this new indian bike "tvs apache 310rr "and if possible you can make a video on where it stand in these baby sports bikes.

PLEASE do the frj 1300! Great concept of this show! I was looking for this style show to entertain some questions. I'd love to see you guys answer some common questions one might have when looking into buying second hand certain bikes much like you did at the very end of this show like-"certain years between _ and _ suffer from this and this". As always thanks for the knowledgeable entertainment!

instrument console is tiny because its a track focused bike, check out naked version see why its big ?

I like these segments ... short snappy and straight forward !!!

Sir, your good looking presentation and simplicity in your body language impressed me as well ,hats off you sir for your experience in this young age ...

Love this series! Hope you guys keep it up

Backlit buttons, switchable abs, adjustable front brake lever and clutch lever, that clever pillion seat. I can sense a pinch of #Bajaj there. This alliance is helping both the ends. If only it had a saree guard as well. :D

I had the bike so many problems.. Air box cracked oil dripping from engine back brake snapped plastic vibration radiator toast.. My friend engine toast... Got a Suzuki 0 problems not joking.. I ride all year long.. By the way I love you guys!

A sweet looking little bike for sure!

Some features, tips, detailed reviews and others about KTM Duke 250. Waiting 🙌

Cover mv agusta F3 675

You guys should get out on the Yamaha FZ-03, the baby brother of the FZ series, and compare it to the other small bikes

I am not sure,but would love to see 2017 KTM Duke 390

Man it's a curse being short I'm only around 5'5 and 5'6. I really want to start riding sportsbikes specifically but I doubt I will be able to do it

Nice looking bike but i'm thinking green,kawasaki ninja 400. Keep them videos coming! Always glad to see your vids in my notification ! Cheers !

Well Ari, you missed out ridebywire system and slipper clutch.

You guys should do a favorites and fails episode on the R1200GS!

KTM knows they have a problem with the 390's ...they don't offer any warranty for anything but the engine!!

If it’s a V Twin i would definitely buy it

In India, we have the front side lights with the rear view mirrors. You have the side lights near the handle bars. Strange!

It's made in India... There you have the explanation to it's reliability problem

Loved the video. Would love to hear your 'favorites and fails' opinion on the 2017 or 2018 KTM Duke 390.

Informative, too the point, nuff said. Thanks for a great review😊👍

One more fail is that it's a single cyclinder , unlike the r3 which offers a parallel twin ,so u can expect way to much vibes on the rc 390

Can you please do how to break in and what is break in for the new small sports bikes under 500cc or lower? Thank you 🙏🏼

as always great video, wouldnt mind seeing your thoughts on the 790 & maybe make an extended feature on it?

What do prefer this or the duke 390?

Bro iam from India here Royalenfield bikes are very popular can you do a review about thunderbird 350x if you do that iam so thankful for you and iam your huge fan also keep the good work going and i like you biceps as well thanks again brother.

can you do one on the Yamaha YZF R1 09-14" models HAHA love this series!

mmm shame about the valve clearances... was pretty keen for a 15-17 model. lol

Hello have you had any trouble with the bike after changing out exhaust??

I would love to see an episode on the cbr300r

Isn't the front turn signal integrated in the mirrors?

What about the Ninja 300 ? Do u have a review on the ninja ?

Hey Ari, can you please do a Favorites and Fails for a CB500X? I have ride it for about 40.000 km in the last 2 years.

Yes, I love the looks of this thing, but the known issues dissuade me a bit...

I'll love to see the favorite & fails for the kawasaki 400. Please!

Please make one for 2017/18 Honda fireblade sp

I'd never buy a bike with a defective engine... how many miles before the problems start showing up?

It would be cool to see a review of a Honda CBR650F Great video!

i want you to cover about Yamaha R3 plezz...

Cover the 2017 ktm duke 390

Please find a way to review the Husqvarna vitpilen/svartpilen

Hey there. I would love to know your favourites and fails of a 2008 triumph Daytona 675 please. Great content too always great to watch ;)

Here in India Backlit switch gear is in Pulsar 150 which cost around 1300USD

That seat though! Block of wood!

Nice video as always.. Thumbs Up to MC magazine ... could you please review the RC200 too??

I recently replaced with castrol coolent in my Rc 390 2016. But after 5-6 kms ride in traffic it start boiling in the radiator & starts coming out from reservoir to drain pipe. What will be the issue?

Looking to buy a rc390 only thing is that reliability issue

Can u please figure it out when ll be the 2018 model of RC 390 will launch?

Hey , would your guys mind doing the 390 Duke !?

I want to see the CBR500r on this categorie

Hey Ari, I know you said the seat height is quite high, but how tall are you and how do you find you fit on it? I'm 6'1" @ 195lbs, average build. Always wondered if the bike would physically be too small for me and it's hard to make myself available for my local dealers [rare] demo days. Thanks.

Can we fit the gpr ghostline exhaust into it ????

Bro does fat tyre makes any diff in power or throttle response?

What do U think about the Duke version

Cud u cover apache 310rr from Tvs motors ?

Can you guys do a review on Bajaj Dominar 400?

Can you please do Royal Enfield Himalayan ?

please do the triumph street triple

Do one of these for the Aprilia RSV4 RR 🙏🙏🙏

Would this be a good beginners bike I've had some dirt bike experience if that matters

Please review a Ducati Diavel.

Please review the Duke 390.

What program u use for your vids???? I do cooking vids and need to make them look this nice.

Hey ari henning. Inhave a question? Is engine or ktm really good?here in Nepal, my friends own previous generation duke 200& ktm 390 and they complained they have to top up the mobil even when the bike was new and free. And heating problem is way too much. Parts like airfilter should be changed every 5000 kms in ktm.I'm familiar with honda's cbr250r and crf 250l both of the bike didnt had any of these problems . Engine works smooth in honda and not that much breakdown.. can you tell me more abt this and correct me if i'm wrong, thanx

Hey bro have u ever ride Bajaj Dominar 400???

Can you guys do street triple 675R please :)

Love your video, Can you make a review on mv agusta ?

do the review of ninja 400 and yamaha r3 please!!!! looking forward to your new videos,,

If you think that the rc390 is small. What do you say about the RC200 or even the RC125 from Europe

Do a Royal Enfield Continental GT !

Would like to see the new duke 390

I got my 2017 rc390..not da one he reviewing..maybe am lucky because I had no major problem aside left fork oil leakage..stupid me because hasnt take a look of it..because dat time,the weather arent constant,u get wat I mean? other problem I found is vibrating..I know its a common issue but u should take a look at fairing n every tightness of screws..I mean bodywork.. another thing is about valve clearance n blown gasket dat I have not experience yet,because for ur information I just use it for commute to work,no more than 65mph@120kmh(i guess??) n ride it below 8k rpm.. I got to mention dat I got oil leak at cam cover gasket,yeah dat part but no big deal..I just dissamble everything dat get in my way including get rid the plastic mat ish on top of the engine..then open in...make a 1st valve clearance at 18000km!...n did not find any out of spec valve clearance...the truth is..its how factory assemble this engine make da bike not reliable..I torque everything from head to bottom n put some rtv silicone gasket at ball shape cam gasket..n now already done 2000km n nothing leaks.. n surprisingly the plastic mat-ish I told about is making difference when I toss dat thrash..lol my bike get 1 bar colder than before n fan triggered late..n cooling quicker.. next I wana do change or upgrade da fan,using 2 aftermarket fan or japanese motorcycle fan dat more quieter..n get rid dat shraud.. its been a great bike for me..because I found dat this is the most easy maintenance bike dat I known.. except! yeah I found some troublesome too.. 1)side stand..I hope da censor n side stand design more compact.. 2)rear set please relocate n make it adjustable.. 3)air filter box..please do redesign of this air box..I find it easy for maintenance but not so reliable because obviously on top exhaust manifold,lol..or design it more compact like put outside of chasis n make it air ram type...I mean design like right n left panel..its ok make it bigger n wider,because people will surprise dat the panel alone is actually an airbox!!! 4)rear monoshock n swing arm...make it compact please,for example like zx10r design or desmocedisi.. 5)engine...I know u wanna make it lighter..but u forget something..better hard as diamond for the housing than breakable..especially cam design..I dun wan do valve clearance frequently..head gasket also.. 6)instrument cluster...make it bigger like 7" tablet can u?? 7)side mirror..I do like current design of mine which is 2015 design but make it more useful..because 3/4 of it cover by my body..also da right n left front signal make it inside da front wind shield like R1 led lamp..imo dats all folk.. ktm,please do email@dm me if u wana use my ideas,thanks!

Can You Do A Favourite And Fail Video Of The 2017 KTM DUKE 390

Need opinions guys!! New rider here, passed my test last month and have been flying round on a 125..question is what next, a 2008 Ducati monster 696 or an RC390?!

What is the indicated rpm at 65mph?

Hey Ari, what is the best workshop manual for the 2017 rc390?? I cant seem to find one anywhere. An pls make a video on the ktm rc390 engine oil capacity and how u replace them. Thanks :)

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