NHTSA service bulletin

NHTSA Service Bulletin 11027873: 2025 Ktm 390 Adventure R

Official manufacturer communication context for 2025 Ktm 390 Adventure R, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

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Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.

Quick answer

KTM North America, Inc. has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists with certain model motorcycles listed above. Engine vibrations may cause the side stand spring on forged side stands to break. A broken side stand spring may cause the side stand to deploy while the motorcycle is in motion, potentially turning off the ignition and increasing the risk of a crash. To remedy this defect, the side stand spring on all affected motorcycles must be replaced with a new side stand spring that has a rubber protector mounted. (#A60103224033 Side stand spring with rubber protector) In addition to replacing the side stand spring affected motorcycles must also have a new side stand sensor retaining plate (#A60103029100) installed at the same time. The new side stand sensor retaining plate shifts the trigger range of the side stand switch. It is recommended that the side stand be secured for the journey to a dealer. This can be done, for example, with a heavy duty rubber strap or something similar.

What this bulletin may mean before buying

Treat this as service research, not a verdict on one car. Before you buy, compare this communication with official recall campaigns, model-level owner complaint patterns, and the exact vehicle’s VIN-decoded specifications. A bulletin can help you ask a seller or dealer sharper questions about software updates, known repairs, warranty extensions and service history.

Affected products listed in this communication

MakeModelModel yearsBuyer note
Ktm390 Adventure R2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Ktm390 Adventure X2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Ktm390 Duke2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Ktm390 Enduro R2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Buyer checklist

  1. Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
  2. Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
  3. Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
  4. Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
  5. Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA service bulletin 11027873?

KTM North America, Inc. has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists with certain model motorcycles listed above. Engine vibrations may cause the side stand spring on forged side stands to break. A broken side stand spring may cause the side stand to deploy while the motorcycle is in motion, potentially turning off the ignition and increasing the risk of a crash. To remedy this defect,.

Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?

No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.

How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?

Use it as a research signal. Compare it with recalls, owner complaints, service records, a VIN report and an independent inspection before buying.

Check the exact VIN before you buy

Model-level pages show public safety patterns. A full VIN report helps confirm the exact vehicle, decoded specs, recall applicability and buyer checks.

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