2019 KTM 790 Adventure R Brakes Problems

“My bike has had and still does have multiple problems shock failed twice, rear brake hose melted and made brakes unusable while I was on a trip in mexico front brakes experienced pulsating sensation that progressively got worse, Ktm replace the brake rotors and front wheel hub, the counter shaft sprocket leaked oil, Ktm repaired it, but it's leaking again, the engine uses a quart of oil every 150 miles a bolt on the steering head broke while I was riding causing a loose sensation in the steering”

“Warped front rotors cause strong pulsing when front brake applied which is destabilizing when on curvy mountain roads or at highway speeds and sudden braking required. Front rotors warped with 1200 miles on the odometer and Ktm refused to replace under warranty saying this is a wear item . Rotor thickness is wear but warping is not wear, especially on a new bike. Having done more research online since my first attempt to get rotors replaced last year, I see it has affected numerous other owners, some of which have successfully had rotors replaced under warranty others not. …”

“The motorcycle front brakes started pulsing and grabbing during braking at all speeds. It was more noticeable at speeds below 20mph when coming to a complete stop.”

“At approx 5k miles my front brake started grabbing and pulsing at low speeds under constant lever pressure. It eventual got so bad that I felt I couldnt safely control the bike when using the front brake at low speeds. The dealer was able to get a warranty replacement of the disks and pads. Approximately 5k miles later the problem has reoccured. This time Ktm refused to cover the cost so the dealer suggested I try a 3rd party disk and pad replacement. …”