2014 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1290 Super Duke R years
- Not enough data 3rd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R. That ranks 3rd out of 9 1290 Super Duke R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 3,500 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 100% | 3,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R recalls (1)
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Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling all model year 2014 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles manufactured July 1, 2013, to April 30, 2014. The affected motorcycles may leak fuel from the threaded inserts at the rear of the gas tank.
Risk: A fuel leak from the threaded inserts, in the presence of an ignition source, may increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: KTM will notify owners, and dealers will seal the threaded inserts to prevent future fuel leaks. If the motorcycle shows evidence of an existing fuel leak at the threaded insert, the gas tank will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2015. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is TB1507.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My front brake master cylinder completely lost pressure and the ability to slow down the motorcycle. I am fortunate that it did not cause me to crash. The brake system is manufactured by brembo. I believe this to be the same manufacturer defect that affected the 2015 and 2016 ktm 1290 superduke r…
Shortly after i purchased this bike new, the front brakes would "groan" as you wheeled the bike around as if the brake pads were not retracting / pistons sticking. There would also be a low speed pulsing to the brakes as if the rotor was warped (which has never happened to me in decades of riding)…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R?
Owners most often report service brakes problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1290 Super Duke R model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.