CarRecallWatchThe 2019 KTM 790 Adventure R has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (5 reports).
2Recalls
8Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2019 KTM 790 Adventure R recalls
Weak Front Brake Spring Can Reduce Stopping Power
The front brake master cylinder on these motorcycles may have a return spring that is too weak.
Rear brake hose can overheat and cause rear brake failure
The rear brake hose on these motorcycles may overheat.
Most common 2019 KTM 790 Adventure R problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
At only 9000 miles, intake camshaft and follower catastrophically damaged. Routine valve clearance check at 4th oil change (much more frequent than recommended). KTM ultimately provided the parts as âgoodwillâ, but refused to cover labour. Numerous other reports of similar failures being reported in group forums. Also note that clutch also failed catastrophically at 3k miles. Similar situation where KTM covered parts under âgoodwillâ, but not labour. Similarly: there have been hundreds of others sharing stories of same failure. Bike was purchased while I was living in Texas, but failures occurred in Canada, where I have relocated and imported the bike.
The Display screen that offers all the info for the motorcycle has condensation inside. The motorcycle is always garaged other than when it's being ridden. There is still condensation inside the display. Sometimes vital motorcycle information isn't visible, such as ABS mode, Traction control mode, speed, rpm, etc. Vehicle has not been inspected. Through the forums I have heard many stories of others having the same issue and dealers replacing the screen in some cases if the condensation is bad enough but the issue usually returns.
Hello, I purchased this motorcycle new in July 2019. It currently has 9,100 miles. Since new it takes a minimum of 3-4 times to start and stay running at first start of the day. After that it starts easy and on the first try. Temperature at first start has been anywhere from upper 30's° to upper 70's°. Altitude from 500' - 4,500', basically starts the same in all instances. It seems as if it's only running on one cylinder and then "chuffs" and dies. Repeat, repeat, repeat. When it finally "catches" R.P.M. will rise up around 1,500ish R.P.M. and run smoothly. On its first few attempts the engine will barely make it to 900-1,000 R.P.M. before dying. Thank you f
AT APPROX 5K MILES MY FRONT BRAKE STARTED GRABBING AND PULSING AT LOW SPEEDS UNDER CONSTANT LEVER PRESSURE. IT EVENTUAL GOT SO BAD THAT I FELT I COULDNT SAFELY CONTROL THE BIKE WHEN USING THE FRONT BRAKE AT LOW SPEEDS. THE DEALER WAS ABLE TO GET A WARRANTY REPLACEMENT OF THE DISKS AND PADS. APPROXIMATELY 5K MILES LATER THE PROBLEM HAS REOCCURED. THIS TIME KTM REFUSED TO COVER THE COST SO THE DEALER SUGGESTED I TRY A 3RD PARTY DISK AND PAD REPLACEMENT. ONLINE AT ADVRIDER.COM, A MOTORCYCLE FORUM THERE ARE 16 PAGES OF POSTS INCLUDING VIDEO'S WITH SEVERAL INSTANCES OF RIDERS HAVE THEIR FRONT BRAKES LOCK UP WHILE RIDING AND NOT BEING APPLIED RESULTING IN THE RIDER BEING THROWN OFF THE BIKE. I
MY BIKE HAS HAD AND STILL DOES HAVE MULTIPLE PROBLEMS SHOCK FAILED TWICE, REAR BRAKE HOSE MELTED AND MADE BRAKES UNUSABLE WHILE I WAS ON A TRIP IN MEXICO FRONT BRAKES EXPERIENCED PULSATING SENSATION THAT PROGRESSIVELY GOT WORSE, KTM REPLACE THE BRAKE ROTORS AND FRONT WHEEL HUB, THE COUNTER SHAFT SPROCKET LEAKED OIL, KTM REPAIRED IT, BUT IT'S LEAKING AGAIN, THE ENGINE USES A QUART OF OIL EVERY 150 MILES A BOLT ON THE STEERING HEAD BROKE WHILE I WAS RIDING CAUSING A LOOSE SENSATION IN THE STEERING
2019 KTM 790 Adventure R questions
Does the 2019 KTM 790 Adventure R have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2019 KTM 790 Adventure R: Weak Front Brake Spring Can Reduce Stopping Power; Rear brake hose can overheat and cause rear brake failure. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 KTM 790 Adventure R?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (5), Engine (2), Steering (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 KTM 790 Adventure R has been fixed?
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