KTM 1290 - REAR WHEEL REMOVAL.

[@OMGfred]

Perfect video, I'm going outside in about 5min and removing my tire. Thank you so much!

[@KevKam]

freddeyy Thanks freddeyy, so glad its helpful :)

[@davidxu916]

OMG. This is so much easier than removing the rear wheel on my 790. Looks like this going to be my next Bike! This or the normal super Duke. Great video!

[@KevKam]

Thanks. Yes, some don't have the tools to remove the rear wheel so this is a good option. Defo test ride them both, the KTM's are strong machines imx.

[@davidxu916]

@@KevKam yeah will definitely get out for a test ride, need to work out my biceps to hold onto that beast! 😂 I assume also you don't need to do rear wheel/chain alignment with the single side swingarm? Correct me if I'm wrong.

[@KevKam]

@@davidxu916 Yep that's correct on my 1290 GT, no alignment needed. 👍🏼

[@tomtiger236]

Thank you for your video. I have to change my back tire now and it is a great help to see how easy it is 👍

[@KevKam]

Thank,s i appreciate the fback. Its easy with the big bar. Getting someone to help makes it easier still. Cheers.

[@piggy6015]

Brilliant video as is the front, made it so much easier

[@KevKam]

Thank you piggy, glad to be of help.

[@psyclone63]

Thank you. I would have missed the second axle clip had I attempted this without watching your video first. Please post more videos. Our KTM Super Duke GTs are fabulous machines. Cheers!

[@KevKam]

Thanks. I'm, not a great mechanic, but i try and do small jobs to save money and learn. I'm pleased the video was useful. Yes, fantastic bike, great for touring as well as having a blat.

[@psyclone63]

Same here, I try to save a little doing my own maintenance. Have you had issues with your quickshifter being too stiff, or trouble finding neutral? Thank you @@KevKam

[@KevKam]

@@psyclone63 No quickshifter issues, but i think the occasional missing neutral may be a general V-Twin quirk. Thanks for the sub.

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

A perfect video Kev, you answered all my questions, confirmed all my suspicions and delighted me how easy it is to remove a wheel on my first single sided swing arm bike. I won't be buying the KTM special socket at £ 37.00. Many thanks

[@KevKam]

Thank You.

[@AntaresSQ01]

The main reason you'd want to is because the special socket is much flatter and is much less likely to cam off than a standard 60mm, if that standard 60 cams off, say goodbye to taking your rear wheel off again. Besides, good luck trying to find a 60mm socket for less than 37 quid...

[@christophermcreynolds6001]

Great job done by yourself . Thanks 😊😊😊😊😊

[@KevKam]

Thank You for the comment.

[@marksmith8663]

Very helpful thanks I have the super duke R v3 I watched the front and rear wheal video hopefully it’s same or similar. I want sport/touring tyres not sport tyres with a 200 rear impossible to find may have to put a 190 on will be 5mm lower tho .

[@KevKam]

Thanks. Glad to help. The R 3.0 looks amazing. Id have a black one. Yep, sports tyres get eaten. I still use the Angel GT,s and get 3-4000miles from the rear, almost double that from the front. Yes, i think the R and GT 's are same, or very similar wheel, brake systems. Let me know if its drastically different. 👍

[@MegaYosarian]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@KevKam]

Thanks, i appreciate the feedback. 😁

[@whittlad]

Great video and many thanks for posting

[@KevKam]

Thank You Neill - Makes me smile knowing i've helped a little. 😀

[@johndesmond7393]

Thanks that's so helpful of you cheers John

[@KevKam]

Cheers John.

[@1Turnatatime]

So you don't have to realign the wheel after because it's only a single side swing arm right? I wanna take the wheel off and take it to the shop for a bearing replacement but if it has to be realigned I'll just take it to the shop.

[@KevKam]

Correct. The swining arm is always inline with the frame. No allignment needed or possible. Its an easy job with a long breaker bar or similar.

[@1Turnatatime]

@@KevKam wow that makes me love this bike even more. Guess I gotta buy a 60mm socket but that'll save me a few bucks to get the bearings replaced if I just bring the wheel in. Thanks a lot for the feedback

[@mikyGTT]

Looking good Kev, I'll get in contact when I'm back on a bike.

[@KevKam]

Thanks Miky :) Cool, it would really be great to see you. I was looking at pix of our CB's in Switzerland yesterday. Great memory.

[@ガーガーリアンドリュー]

Hello, I am now shopping for a rear stand for my 1290 R. What stand are you using, and how has it worked for you? In retrospect would you have gone with anything else instead? Thank you.

[@KevKam]

Hi. Mine was made by "Constands" It works very well I'm very happy with it, I haven't tried another type it is the first one I have purchased about three years ago. Here is a link but I think I got it from ebay. www.amazon.co.uk/Paddock-Stand-Super-ConStands-Single/dp/B01E8KKL74

[@bakwheeltangosZ1043]

10/10 video! thank you!

[@KevKam]

Thank you. I appreciate the full marks. 😁

[@KevKam]

Thank you. I appreciate the full marks. 😁

[@Panzerlang]

Another excellent video, cheers Kev. :)

[@brenteaton4579]

your India vids were an eye opener...talk about taking your life in your hands...wow...it pays to know someone. eeveryone should check those vids out, DICEY...thanks ...type'O'positive

[@KevKam]

Hi,. I haven't been there. maybe one day :)

[@MrPADDYOT]

Another great vid. Thanks a million!

[@KevKam]

Thanks MrPADDYOT. :)

[@fernandoavila8419]

Don't use the gear box to hole the wheel from moving, it will mess up a few components and put stress on the chain . Use the rear brake and push the bar the wheel will not move .

[@KevKam]

Thanks. With 2 people the rear brake can be used. This is the way for 1 person. I beleive most people and workshops put the bike in gear, it does no harm.

[@djkham]

Another good trick if doing solo: deflate the rear tire almost completely -that way, it won't try and spin when you apply force to loosed the nut.

[@KevKam]

Nice, not heard that one. But it makes logical sense, as long as you've got a pump to hand.

[@leewilliams100]

Great videos, thanks, quick question what top box/rack are you using? Looks like Givi but I didn't think they make a kit for the SUperduke GT

[@KevKam]

Hi and Thank You. Yes, your right, its a Givi on a Givi universal plate. Ive 2 top boxes a 58 and 42. Whilst the 58 is great for long tours with a tent etc, it looks overkill when the panniers aren't on the bike so for trips without a tent, thats when i put the 42 on. the universal plate is on a SW Motech street rack - www.ebay.co.uk/p/20035206376?iid=153844603738&chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&itemid=153844603738&targetid=878020102480&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=1006755&poi=&campaignid=9446079328&mkgroupid=95287732945&rlsatarget=pla-878020102480&abcId=1139356&merchantid=191377525&gclid=CjwKCAjw-YT1BRAFEiwAd2WRthCJW41DcZQPCMXJ0U2qCIkY4l9IUSeBzJ7hFqpvIeCTRJfwQInVLRoCsD0QAvD_BwE

[@wildlifesafarisjohannesbur3378]

Great video and thank you I will not be doing this myself ,but where did you get that great padock stand I am sure it's not KTM which cost as much as the wheel

[@KevKam]

Thanks. They are both from constands, much better value :) Here's the first link i found for the rear. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ConStands-Single-Motorcycle-Rear-Paddock-Stand-KTM-1290-Super-Duke-GT-16-18-blk/391736756693?epid=1463606810&hash=item5b355489d5:g:yWsAAOSwe9VcHzI8

[@wildlifesafarisjohannesbur3378]

@@KevKam thanks very much

[@bakedbeanzontoast9078]

Would using an impact gun do the trick instead of using a pry bar, just a thought maybe !!.👍🇬🇧

[@KevKam]

Probably, I’ve never used one and not got one, all my work is done as inexpensively as I can. The big pry bar is free 😁. I sometimes think the guns do the nut up tooooo tight. My 55mm Diavel rear nut was a pig to shift, even with a bar.

[@simonsays2685]

I take the end can off first and put it on the paddock stand, don't bother with the scaffy pole either. Easier to adjust the chain with the wheel off.

[@KevKam]

Yes, better angle to get can off when bike on sidestand.

[@rogerwilliams2902]

Hello, what make is your topbox carrier ?. Thanks

[@KevKam]

Hi. I have an Sw-Motch Alu rack and a givi universal mounting plate on top of that for the givi boxes. Cheers. www.google.com/search?q=STREET-RACK+Black.+KTM+1290+Super+Duke+GT+(16-).&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=D2XLHHcC2GtqEM%253A%252Crb4OyZDZ8CHCjM%252C_&vet=1&usg=AI4_-kTbW809wn46g9OxBjls6dxecylp2A&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjOqYvUxM3jAhVIi1wKHRYjD20Q9QEwAnoECAkQBg#imgrc=D2XLHHcC2GtqEM:

[@nnunness1]

Thanks

[@mjones53]

Thanks for the video !

[@KevKam]

You're very welcome. :)

[@themorfill]

Is the 60mm rear nut torqued to 250nM?

[@KevKam]

Yes 250 Nm - 184.4 lbf ft Although i mark it with tipex before i remove it and line up the marks when refitting as i don't possess a big enough torque wrench for that job. Ill stick that in the description too. 👍

[@Antoine_AD]

Thx , same for 1290 r v3 ?

[@KevKam]

Hi, sorry i cant definately say because i havnt looked at the most recent R. But older 1290 R's were the same.

[@DudleyASF]

Yes if you do have someone available to help. Getting them to stand on the back brake would make it much easier. Good video though. Many thanks.

[@KevKam]

Thanks. Yes many jobs are easier with 2 people. Someone to make the tea/coffee and get biscuits too. :D

[@DudleyASF]

Sporty1290GT absolutely! Well I’m hoping to buy my SD 1290 R tomorrow. Can’t wait! 😊

[@KevKam]

@@DudleyASF Sweet. It's an amazing machine. I almost bought the super sexy R, but the GT's touring capabilities swayed me. Enjoy,,, as if you would'nt,, ha ha. 😆

[@DudleyASF]

Sporty1290GT many thanks. Yeah I’m sure I will like it. Needed something with more comfort. My ZX10R makes me get real sore on longer journeys. So time it got changed! Thanks again for the useful video! 👍🏻😊

[@after75]

Hello Sporty, what make/model is your number plate holder please? 👍🏻

[@KevKam]

Hi :) The R&G one, it looks cool i think, but it will throw more crap up your bike and back. I figure i'll be cleaning anyway, so no problem. You may find one cheaper than the one in the link below. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/R-G-Racing-Tail-Tidy-For-KTM-2017-1290-Super-Duke-GT-LP0202BK/142470677542?epid=2163451043&hash=item212bea0426:g:yEAAAOSwwxlZip6W

[@hailboognish3858]

Any difference between that and a 990 2007 SD?

[@KevKam]

It’s a good question that I can’t answer, sorry. Mines a 2017 SD .

[@drunkbikewrenchen6400]

I always put my wheel stand on before I start removing wheels..

[@KevKam]

@@drunkbikewrenchen6400 I feel the bike is more stable when firmly on the ground than on the stand when i remove rear wheel nut. But it depends on how tight the nut is I guess.👍

[@DarudeSandstormVEVO]

Ow cmon! Fire up that V-twin at least once with the muffler removed :P

[@KevKam]

Ha ha, you are right, i should do 👍🏼 but my neighbours one side are absolute assholes and would call police over any small thing.

[@Nekminute]

Yeah dont secure the duke with a chain through the rear tyre

[@KevKam]

Yes, absolutely no need for a chain, someone to sit on it and apply the brakes can help, but not essential (y)

[@Nekminute]

Sporty1290GT nah lol i mean for security like leaving it on the street. You ll just see your rear tyre and ur bike gone.

[@gogatbilisigeorgia]

Wish to ride KTM Super Duke 1290, in Tbilisi streets

[@KevKam]

Cool. I hope you do it 👍. Man, your a long way away from me in the UK 😁. Thanks for the comment

[@gogatbilisigeorgia]

@@KevKam you are welcome

[@whittlad]

If your ever in the mood to take the tank off (for whatever reason) then I would to see how it’s done👍

[@KevKam]

It's a good idea, someone else has mentioned that too, No need just yet and i must admit I've a sense of trepidation, it's a bugger to refit I've read, still if i ever do it, a video of me messing it up would be fun :) Cheers.

[@sidddist]

I use an impacter

[@KevKam]

@@sidddist What does the impacter do?

[@sidddist]

@@KevKam impact gun pops that nut right off

[@wolvesonwheels]

Nice

[@KevKam]

Thanks.

[@owemarttilemsalu]

Does not it harm chain, engine and transmission?

[@KevKam]

No. The wheels are designed to be removed.

[@polishrambler]

A Random number one all lights on

[@thejoker573]

Doesn't recommend doing it alone and proceeds to do it alone

[@KevKam]

😁

[@thejoker573]

@@KevKam 😆👍🏻

[@ericbarber3420]

You make this look difficult old man, *nods*

[@KevKam]

I'm only an amateur, doing my best to save his hard earned pennies for spam sammiches :)