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2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other 1290 Super Duke R years?

1290 Super Duke R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted7 complaints2014: 2 complaints2015: 7 complaints2016: 2 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 2 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 6 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 0 complaints
1290 Super Duke R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1100%

Does the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V900000Electrical SystemDecember 6, 2022 · 1,040 units

Defect

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling all 2020-2022 1290 Super Duke R and Super Duke R EVO motorcycles. The main wiring harness may be misrouted or missing parts, which can cause wiring harness damage and result in an electrical short-circuit or engine stall.

Consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the main wiring harness installation, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2023. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTB2211.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2021 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Motorcycle. The contact stated that the motorcycle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V900000 (Electrical System); and the cable tie with the foot section wiring harness protection was installed. The contact stated…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 23, 2022

2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R — common questions

Is the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.