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#BS-2020-KTM129-5E992020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R
Based on reports from 6 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.
Preliminary Verdict
Green Light
Based on 6 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 2 recalls.
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
2 owners reported drivetrain issues — failures commonly reported around 0K miles.
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Top cost driver: Drivetrain (2 reports).
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2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 33% of all reports filed for the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 220 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 0K-mile mark.
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 33% of all reports filed for the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Speed Control Issues
Speed Control complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to speed control-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
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Recall History (2 recalls)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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.
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
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NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 6 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
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