KTM 690 Duke problems & recalls

Problem: Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain 2018-2020 690 enduro r, vitpilen 701, 701 enduro, 701 supermoto, 2019-2020 690 smc r, svartpilen, 2018-2019 690 duke, and 2020 701 enduro lr motorcycles. the bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder may have been damaged during manufacturing, which could cause the clutch to become inoperable and not disengage when the clutch lever is pulled in.

Risk: An inoperable clutch increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the clutch slave cylinder and replace it if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 3, 2021. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090. ktm's numbers for this recall are ktb2112 and htb2110.

Problem: Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ktm 690 duke motorcycles. the affected motorcycles may leak fuel from filler cap area of the fuel tank.

Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of fire or injury to the rider.

Fix: The recall began january 2, 2018. customers may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

Problem: Ktm is recalling 237 my 2009 690 duke and smc motorcycles. during use, the front forks could develop cracks; this could result in the possibility of the front fork inner tube separating from the axle clamp. the cause of the defect involves improper heat treatment of the front fork inner tubes by the manufacturer.

Risk: Subsequently this could lead to loss of control and a crash possibly with injury or death to the rider or others.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front fork tubes free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during may 2009. owners may contact ktm customer relations at 440-985-3553.