2020 Ktm 790 Adventure R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 790 Adventure R years
- Not enough data 4th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure R. That ranks 4th out of 5 790 Adventure R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (4 complaints, 67%), typically at around 1,650 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 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 | 4 | 67% | 1,650 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 600 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 17% | 100 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 17% | 600 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Ktm 790 Adventure R recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
Rear brakes: the line that leads from the fluid reservoir to the master cylinder has popped out twice (the 90degree fitting at the master cylinder) resulting in a loss of rear brake use.
Front brake locked up on its own while travelling at 50mph on pavement. Had been riding 10 minutes, had used the front brake very little prior to it locking up. To get the brake to release, i held pressure on the front brake lever and opened the brake caliper bleed nipple to release brake fluid.
Front brakes shudder at low speeds making the motorcycle difficult to control at low speeds under braking
The tft dashboard has a history of going blank while riding. I.e. The speedometer, tachometer, warning lights, gear indicator, traction control indicator, rider mode etc have disappeared while riding. If you cycle the bike down by turning the ignition key to the off setting and then restarting the…
The front brake system brakes unevenly at slow speeds. It is most noticeable when coming to a stop downhill. It feels as if there is a sticky or uneven area on the rotors. It is not felt in the brake lever. You feel it in the whole bike. There is also brake fluid leaking from under the reservoir…
Other Ktm 790 Adventure R years
← 2019 790 Adventure R · 2021 790 Adventure R →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 790 Adventure R | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 790 Adventure R | 8 | 0 |
| 2021 790 Adventure R | 22 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 2 |
| 2019 790 Adventure R | 8 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure R?
Owners most often report service brakes, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2020 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 2020 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 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.