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  • Early faults

    The first batch of 790 Adventure suffered some common issues. Those will be fixed over time, but if you get a new bike it’s a good idea to check if you are affected by some.

    • Coolant leak
    • Double check the bash plate install
    • Early clutch failures
    • Faulty Brake Light Switch sensor
    • Fuel gauge not working
    • Fuel tank full of crap
    • Full tank indicated but out of fuel?!?
    • Gear lever linkage screws not tightened properly
    • Oil leak
    • Rear shock failure
    • Software bug, lights stay on
    • Triple clamp not tight enough
    • Water/Fog in instrument panel
    • Water leaking from the exhaust
    • What is this grommet for?
  • Electrics and electronics

    Everything powered by electricity, and all the driving assistances

    • 3D Printed GPS support
    • Additional lights
    • CAN Bus and OBD2
    • Cruise control
    • Fuel Gauge
    • GPS mount
    • Heated grips
    • Horn
    • KTM MY RIDE navigation
    • Power connectors
    • Quickshift+
    • Rally Pack
    • Reset service warning
    • Riding Modes explained
    • Smartphone mount
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Farkles

    Everything not really necessary, but nice for comfort, performance or just showing off.

    • Additional front end support
    • Air filter
    • Brake/Clutch controls
    • Catalyser removal
    • Center stand
    • Fuel cap hack
    • Fuel filters
    • Keychain
    • Lift
    • Navigation towers
    • Replacement footpegs
    • Seats
    • Slip-on exhaust options
    • Steering damper
    • Wheels
    • Windshield
  • Luggage

    Practical gear for travelling in style

    • Interesting third party luggage
    • Luggage racks and top boxes
    • Side rack and panniers
    • Tank Bags
  • Models & Maintenance

    What are the differences between the various models, and how to maintain your bike.

    • 790 S vs 790 R vs 790 R Rally
    • Canister vent
    • Chain tension
    • Cold start procedure
    • Documents, Manuals, & Parts
    • Recalls
    • Riding Modes explained
    • Side stand switch
    • tips and tricks
    • Tires. Tyres. Pneus. Rueda. Rubber.
    • Toolkit and fasteners
    • US vs Rest of the world
  • Protections

    Protecting your bike from the vagaries of driving. On and off road.

    • ABS sensor/cable protection
    • Crap flap
    • Bottom protections
    • Crash bars
    • Crash bungs
    • Fuel tank protection
    • Hand guard
    • Headlight protection
    • Radiator guards
    • Rear footpegs sliders
    • TFT protection
  • Security

    Alarms, locks and associated systems

    • Alarm system
    • Roadlok security
  • The Random thoughts pit

    Stuff that will not fit anywhere else.

    • About this FAQ
    • Comments
    • Recent updates
    • What’s on my bike?
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