2017 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R

Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations

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Official recalls

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18V033000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder

Jan 10, 2018

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 1290 Super Duke R ABS, 2016 1290 Super Duke R SE ABS and 1290 Super Duke GT ABS and 2017-2018 Super Duke R and1290 Super Duke GT motorcycles. The piston within the Brembo front brake master cylinder may fail.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: If the front brake master cylinder piston fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: KTM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the piston with an aluminum one, free of charge. The recall began on February 21, 2018. Owner's may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

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