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I took the bike from CHD. This issue was a bit serious on my bike and the PDI guys just ignored it even though they knew that I live 300km away from there!.

Today, I was at a service station (not CHD) with the service engineer, sat there the whole day to rectify this issue. He checked each and everything. I saw him consulting with people on phone, updating, resetting the software part... What I know now is, KTM is unaware of this issue.

This is the end result in the evening. Quick shift will be shown as disabled in the settings, but it is functional. Whatever be the case, I am not going to use it in the run in period. Anyway, the hiccup is gone with the option off.

I hope that they come up with a some solution soon.

What is CHD?

I had already mentioned in my initial observations post. Disable QuickShiter+ and error will go away along with occasional abrupt engine cut off.

I have reported the same to KTM Indira Nagar showroom and workshop. They are saying they are yet to get an update of the OBD machine and will call me once done.

Update with regards to fuel economy, MID worst was 21 and Best was 31 Kmpl. Average came to 24 Kmpl on MID with as i please riding mostly in city and about 20 kms of highway cruising. Tank to tank refill showed 23 kmpl. So I guess MID is pretty much correct, considering the idling i have been doing being a new bike.

Filled up after couple of kms of low fuel light and it took about 10.39 liters to the top mark of the split in the filler funnel.

I think he is talking about the place, Chandigarh lol:

Quick Question: why no one is talking about turn by turn navigation on 390 Adventure? or is it also omitted from 390 adventure's feature list?

It is there. I saw it in a review. You need to install ktm application on mobile by paying some subscription fee, pair mobile and you will have navigation on bike. Looks nice on the console.

Bulu Patnaik (Bulubiker) has explained this feature in detail in his channel. Please find the link below :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p--MnHMYGJ8

I used turn by turn navigation briefly and it works as expected. Would love to see something like android auto instead. But even this is good enough to start off.
You do need to buy the application worth 600₹ which seems cheap of ktm to put a price on it. Not like people are going to connect it to other bikes and use it!

:deadhorse

In other news the hiccups are cured with QuickShifter in the off mode!

Is the map on the KTM app google maps or something else? I still prefer a full map layout to see where the road leads as opposed to turn by turn which might lead me off a cliff.

600 is the price all over the world, it’s okay and not a dealbreaker. It’s probably to cover the license fee of the map application.

I am having trouble with auto pairing of the KTM BT with my pixel android. How does it auto connect for others? Mine refuses.

Still unable to register on the KTM care app. Been waiting endlessly for multiple otps which have never arrived. I just want the goddamn manual.

CHD - Chandigarh.


Looks like I missed your post and I regret it. Else, i could've saved one full day.


The low fuel red indicator stars when around 3+ ltr. still in the tank!

It’s not google maps but some other maps with similar functionality. On screen you will only see the upcoming turns, distance to turn and the ETA to destination. Unfortunately no full map layout yet.
The price is not a deal breaker but seems ridiculous to pay for an app which is supposed to work only with your bike. I also expect dhaniya free with vegetables :)

Auto-pairing is working fine for me; I have a huawei.

Regarding the KTM Care App - I have the same issue, am unable to register. If anyone here has been able to download the manual, kindly share!

Similar issue with me too. App registration works, got the otp and able to complete that part. But unable to register the vehicle and complete the process. otp never arrives. Tried calling customer care, but they have no support for the app.
Highly appreciate if someone has the pdf manual and share it.

No pdf manual at the moment, its built into the app.

I have installed it, the app per se works fine but the Map plain sucks! I have to figure out if I can replace that with google maps. Current map navigation is way off and does not correspond to the google maps directions, so can't even use it as a hybrid voice over with display from KTM navigation. First, I tried with both on and the google lady and KTM guy was contradicting each other on my Bluetooth helmet headset. Then I disabled the KTM guy's voice and atleast on some major roads, they agree to each other. In short DON'T waste 600 INR!

As i expected. I dont even want the blue tooth anymore unless android auto comes through. The less distractions on that big screen the better.

Recently did a Pune-Mumbai-Pune trip with my wife as pillion. Below are some highlights from the trip:

1. The fuel economy as shown by the console was ~35kmpl (for the highway run)

2. This one time, the digital console went completely black/blank, while the engine was still running. The screen came back after ~10 seconds. This issue didn't repeat again.

3. The pillion comfort, in my wife's words, wasn't really up to the mark. The seat feels hard, and the lower back lets its presence known after 50-60 kms.

4. The rider's seat is also a little hard, would have preferred if the seat comfort was similar to the Himalayan.

5. Somehow, I feel that my bike's handle isn't assembled properly, or maybe it is the Tyre installed incorrectly, I'm just guessing. If I let the handles loose, the bike starts drifting slightly towards the right. Would be really great if someone know the root cause for this.

I'm planning to buy some air seats (air cushions or whatever they're called!) for both the rider and pillion. Saddle bags with saddle stays, once they're available in the market, is where I'm spending my money.

Please let me know if anyone else also faced the console going blank issues.

Finally taken a plunge and booked ADV 390 white (need to confirm after seeing it in person, otherwise Orange it is) at KTM, Tambaram, Chennai.
Still RTO clearance has not been obtained, hence No TD.
Mostly RTO clearance and delivery will be happened around mid march 2020. no rush though.
Bike is huge than on photos and height is almost right for me and with riding boots, hoping to place 75% of my foot on the ground.
Exhaust note is little bit different from 390. loved the thump sound more in ADV 390.
Awaiting delivery with finger crossed :)