Ktm 790 ADVENTURE problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
24 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
2,691 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2019 to 2024 model years. Data snapshot: . 10 complaints include usable failure mileage.
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Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 10 of 24 complaints (41.7%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 12 | 50.0% |
| Engine operation | 3 | 12.5% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 4.2% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 4.2% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 4.2% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 1 |
Engine: 10; Service Brakes: 10; Fuel/Propulsion System: 2; Power Train: 2; Wheels: 2; Electrical System: 1; Exterior Lighting: 1; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 10 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 10; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (10). 14 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 |
2019: 2; 2020: 6; 2021: 2; 2022: 8; 2023: 2; 2024: 3; 2026: 1
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 12 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 3 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11258178 · 2019-09-25 (September 25, 2019)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KTM 790 ADVENTURE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN A PARKING LOT, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR BRAKE PEDAL WAS BLUE (INDICATING HEAT). THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT GREASED THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER PIN. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO SCUDERIA WEST MOTORCYCLE (LOCATED AT 69 DUBOCE AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103, [phone removed]), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70. CONTACT STATES AFTER WENT HOME FOUND A STICKEY WHITE SUBSTANCE …
Owner-reported narrative. 70 miles reported. Look up ODI 11258178 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11289506 · 2019-12-16 (December 16, 2019)
WHEN SLOWING WITH THE FRONT BRAKE THERE IS A PULSING SENSATION, LIKE THE BRAKE GRABS AND THEN RELEASES. I FIRST NOTICED THIS ON THE HIGHWAY WITH STRONG BREAKING FROM ABOUT 70 MPH. IT FELT LIKE A STRONG HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION IN THE FRONT OF THE BIKE. IT IS MOST NOTICEABLE AT LOWER SPEEDS, WHEN SLOWING FOR A STOP LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. WHEN I TOOK THE BIKE IN FOR SCHEDULED SERVICE I TOLD THE DEALERSHIP ABOUT IT AND ASKED THEM TO CHECK THE BRAKES. THIS WAS IN NOVEMBER WHEN THE BIKE WAS ONLY 5 MONTHS OLD. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED ME THE FRONT …
Owner-reported narrative. 6,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11289506 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11448395 · 2022-01-21 (January 21, 2022)
The contact owns a 2019 KTM 790 Adventure Motorcycle. The contact stated that several attempts were needed to start the vehicle. While driving at low speeds and applying the throttle, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer five times where it was diagnosed that a new fuel pump, new fuel hose, clamps, fuel line, fuel connector, fuel injectors and smog kit and power-washed tank were needed. Additionally, there was build-up in the throttle body. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was n…
Owner-reported narrative. 2,382 miles reported. Look up ODI 11448395 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11445527 · 2021-12-29 (December 29, 2021)
Engine starts then stalls multiple time when cold starting. Problem has existed since the first service at the dealer at 1000 kms at which time the break-in period ended and the computer was updated at the dealer. Bike was returned to said dealer to report this problem and no solution was found. Currently have 13000 kms on the bike with no resolution or improvement to this problem.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11445527 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11528245 · 2023-06-22 (June 22, 2023)
Engine requires multiple tries to start when cold due to inadequate fuel supply from fuel sensors or fuel injectors. A recurring issue, this happens upon starting every time the engine is cold. This is a known issue by KTM. When the bike was returned to dealer, they reset the sensors and the bike operated normally for a short time and then returned to faulty starting procedure. The starting issue places an inordinate drain on the battery putting the rider at risk of being stranded.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11528245 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11382803 · 2020-12-10 (December 10, 2020)
OIL LEAK AT COUNTER SHAFT SEAL, REPAIRED BY KTM SAFETY RECALL ON REAR BRAKES DASH GOES' BLANK WHILE RIDING, STEERING DAMPENER FAILED WATER PUMP LEAKED THE CLUTCH FAILED ( SLIPPING ) KTM DECLINED TO REPAIR THIS, I TOOK IT UPON MYSELF AND FOUND A BROKEN CLUTCH PLATE. THE FRONT BRAKES EXPERIENCED A PULSATING SENSATION WHILE BRAKING, THIS GRADUALLY GOT WORSE OVER TIME, KTM REPLACE THE FRONT WHEEL AND ONE BRAKE ROTOR THE FRONT BRAKES EXPERIENCED INCONSISTENT FREE PLAY IN THE LEVER, THIS CAUSED THE FRONT BRAKE REACTION TIMING TO BE DIFFERENT E…
Owner-reported narrative. 6,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11382803 at NHTSA ↗
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2024 | 0 |
2019: 2; 2020: 2; 2024: 0