AI DamageKTM 890 Duke R: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the KTM 890 Duke R across 1 model years: 0 owner complaints and 3 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
| Year | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) | YouTube repair videos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | — | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Vehicle speed control. Accelerator pedal, cruise control, throttle codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- KTM North America, Inc
- It has been determined that the engine oil of a certain number of 2020 890 DUKE R motorcycles is incorrect…
- KTM North America, Inc
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.