Recall: Brakes. KTM 690 Duke R, 1290 Range, MY15 on.

KTM has recalled models 690 Duke R (From MY2015), 1290 Super Duke R (From MY2015) , 1290 Super Duke R Special Edition (From MY2015) and 1290 Super Duke GT (From MY2016) to the workshops of authorised KTM dealers in order to replace the piston in the front brake master cylinder.

2016 KTM Duke 690R

According to Brembo information, discrepancies may have occurred in the pistons of some radial handbrake cylinders over a defined period of production. Not exclusively a KTM issue, the possible defective part also affects a number of motorcycles produced by other manufacturers.

A crack may occur due to potential material weakness in the brake piston, especially when subject to heavy load such as during racing, or in the event of frequent braking in the ABS control range.

2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke R

The braking efficiency can be reduced as a result, which can lead to a potential failure of the front brake. Damage to the front brake does not affect the function of the rear brake, with the result that the latter´s braking efficiency is retained, even if the front brake fails.

Although no such failures are known in KTM motorcycles, customers to whom the affected motorcycles have already been delivered are being personally informed by letter and are asked to immediately contact an authorized KTM dealer to arrange an appointment for replacement. In addition, customers can check online in the “Service” area on the KTM website if their motorcycle is affected by the recall.

The replacement of the front master cylinder´s piston takes approx 1.5 hours and can be carried out by authorized KTM dealers only.

The repair described in the campaign is completed free of charge by authorised KTM dealers.
KTM Australia information: The recall information is available on the Australian product safety website.

Further information on all authorized dealers can be found on the KTM website, via Dealer Search function.