2019 Ktm 790 Adventure R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 790 Adventure R years
- Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Ktm 790 Adventure R. That ranks 2nd out of 5 790 Adventure R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (5 complaints, 63%), typically at around 3,030 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Ktm 790 Adventure 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 | 5 | 63% | 3,030 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 13% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 13% | 10,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 Ktm 790 Adventure R recalls (2)
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Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 KTM 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R, and 2020 KTM 790 Adventure R Rally motorcycles. The front brake master cylinder piston return spring may be too weak to return the brake piston to its original position, reducing the functionality of the front brake.
Risk: A front brake with reduced functionality may increase the distance required to stop as well as the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the return spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTM2106.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R motorcycles. The rear brake hose may overheat, causing the rear brake system to fail.
Risk: If the rear brake system fails, there would be reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: KTM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new rear brake line, free of charge. The recall began April 28, 2020. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is TB2011.
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.
At only 9000 miles, intake camshaft and follower catastrophically damaged. Routine valve clearance check at 4th oil change (much more frequent than recommended). KTM ultimately provided the parts as âgoodwillâ, but refused to cover labour. Numerous other reports of similar failures being…
The Display screen that offers all the info for the motorcycle has condensation inside. The motorcycle is always garaged other than when it's being ridden. There is still condensation inside the display. Sometimes vital motorcycle information isn't visible, such as ABS mode, Traction control mode…
Hello, I purchased this motorcycle new in July 2019. It currently has 9,100 miles. Since new it takes a minimum of 3-4 times to start and stay running at first start of the day. After that it starts easy and on the first try. Temperature at first start has been anywhere from upper 30's° to upper…
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…
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.
Other Ktm 790 Adventure R years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 790 Adventure R | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 790 Adventure R | 8 | 0 |
| 2021 790 Adventure R | 22 | 0 |
| 2020 790 Adventure R | 6 | 2 |
| 2019 | 8 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ktm 790 Adventure R?
Owners most often report service brakes, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Ktm 790 Adventure R?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Ktm 790 Adventure R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 790 Adventure R model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.