How reliable is KTM 1190 Adventure?
Reliability & build quality We’ve got 14 KTM 1190 Adventure owners’ reviews on the MCN site, with an overall score of 4 stars out of 5. Negative comments concern reliability in the main, with people suffering from corrosion and electrical gremlins in particular.
Is KTM Adventure reliable?
So are KTM adventure bikes reliable? Based on a survey of more than 10 000 bike owners, Consumer Reports ranks KTM in 8th place in terms of reliability. Many adventure bike riders have ridden their KTMs around the world, and since 2001, KTM has won the Dakar Rally 18 years in a row.
What is the difference between KTM Adventure 1190 and 1190 R?
What’s the difference? The 1190 and 1190 R share the same chassis and motor but there are differences in suspension, wheel sizes and of course the obligatory graphics. The main differences between the two bikes comes down to 220mm suspension travel for the ‘R’ while the Adventure gets 190mm front and rear.
What is the top speed of KTM 1190?
Cons
| Colour Options and Price in India | |
|---|---|
| Bike Variant | 2014 KTM 1190 RC8 R |
| Mileage | KTM 1190 RC8 R mileage is around 12-15 kmpl (approximate). |
| Performance | In terms of performance, the superbike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.10 seconds. |
| Top Speed | KTM 1190 RC8 R top speed is around 280 kmph (approximate). |
Are Ktms expensive to maintain?
The cost of maintenance – $1,858.98 for the BMW and $1,641.95 for the KTM – highlights the immutable fact that ownership cost of these machines does not come cheap.
Is a KTM 1190 a good bike?
Ultimately, the KTM 1190 Adventure R is a brilliant bike, great fun to ride and incredibly versatile with most of its flaws being easy to fix. However, unless you are both a confident and experienced rider, I feel the weight, size and character of the bike make it less suitable for solo riding in the wilderness.
Are KTM’s expensive to maintain?
Is Yamaha better than KTM?
Compared to the KTM’s edgy design, the Yamaha has a curvier profile with a more rounded front….Engine and performance:
| KTM RC 125 | Yamaha R15 V3.0 | |
|---|---|---|
| 30-70kmph in 3rd gear | 7.22 seconds | 5.71 seconds |
| 40-80kmph in 4th gear | 10.18 seconds | 6.65 seconds |
| City FE | 44.95kmpl | 48.75kmpl |
| Highway FE | 45.87kmpl | 47.92kmpl |
What causes the engine to stop on a KTM?
This was the first for them too. They have two known issue with reversed fuel lines and battery cable that can cause the engine to stop or no electrical power. Disappointing there was No response from KTM headquarters and sure this will require an engineer to be engaged with this issue.
What to do if your KTM computer fails?
KTM USA sent the dealer the equipment to Re-flash the ECU (computer). I work as an IT engineer with complex technology. You only do this if you have a software defect or your trying to just get the machine working until you can figure out the failure.
Which is better a Honda or a KTM?
So ok, buy the KTM and spend a few thousand more $s to get a lot more ponies. I might be able to get on board with that. However, what may still sway me towards the Honda is reliability. I’ve heard over and over online that KTMs are a recipe for unending breakdowns and problems, whereas Hondas go on and on forever with no problems at all.