How to fix a KTM 1290 gearbox. Part 3. Fitting the engine back into the SuperDuke chassis

[@MrPADDYOT]

For me, the hardest part of a job like this would be actually finding a mechanic that I'd trust enough to do it properly and as thoroughly as you have. Top job Dave!

[@oteimoto85]

There's a reason it's called Obsession Engineering 👌😎

[@MrPADDYOT]

@@oteimoto85 Yep!! I love seeing people taking pride and using integrity in their work. It's a bloody joy to behold!

[@oteimoto85]

@@MrPADDYOT And a sad rarity these days.

[@gregoryvescuso5397]

Great video. I took my superduke gt apart after watching your video. I destroyed second gear on the input and output shaft on my engine, after doing a burn out and breaking the drive chain. The case got cracked on the rear mount. After tear done I assembled the 2 case halfs and they lined up perfectly on the dowels, so I decided to weld the damaged case. After grinding out the crack and making a fixture to hold locating I had the crack welded. Making another locating fixture I bored out the rear mount and faced off the top for the bushing to be reinstalled. Putting the 2 case half back to gether , the fit was still perfect. Thanks to you I put the oil pump back in the way they came out, (NOT THE WAY THE MANUAL SAYS) I did run into problems with getting the 22mm oil pump ( IT IS STILL IS ON BACK ORDER 1 YEAR LATTER) since I couldn't find the 22mm pump after alot of measuring and resurching I figured out that i can grind a 30 mm oil pump down to a 22mm because the only difference is the thickness. This is a job for a competent machine shop. Long story short after 1 year of waiting for all the parts the bike is running fine. Although I had one hick up timing it wrong due to the manuals translation to English and me not paying enough attention. I had the front cylinder 360 degrees off. Be careful and after timming the rear cylinder make sure you rotate the engine 360 degrees counter clockwise, then rotate it an additional 70 degrees counter clock wise. So my conclusion after fixing this engine is the same as yours KTM made this engine overly complicated to work on. And after waiting 1 year to get al the parts. I will probably BUY A Japanese bike so I can get parts when I need to repair it. AGIAN GREAT VIDEO IT HELP ALOT FIXING MY superduke 1290 gt

[@obsession_engineering]

Sounds like you had all the ktm problems in one go. They're great bikes to ride, but I wouldn't be buying one having seen behind the scenes!!

[@gregoryvescuso5397]

Your 100 percent right. if you want the hardest bike to have to work on buy a Superduke Gt. But when your riding one you really don't care, because all that brute toqure is just addictive.

[@akiraone28]

Oh don’t you want to move to Poland 😬. I would love to have near me engieering shop like your, with the proper heart to my bike. You technical skill are awesome, and I love how you taking care about the customer bike. Big thumb up.

[@duckbuell]

You have the patience of a saint, and I am sure your customer appreciates that. I’m willing to bet there are few mechanics willing to take this job on! I learn something with every view of your videos!

[@rolandsmith2141]

Realy enjoyed that dave and glad you left in the hick-ups........splitting the cases twice ....been there.

[@jbcXR]

Well done Dave, I knew you could do it .....👍

[@timcroft5683]

Bloody marvellous Dave. You definitely deserve some apple crumble and custard after that!!

[@stuwhite1969]

Nicely done!! you are not charging enough

[@richardpearson4248]

Great video fantastic job 🇬🇧👍

[@troywee4774]

excellent job mate, well done! the 'dubbing' was like that of an old kung fu movie ..... lol. cheers.

[@jukkajousjarvi9379]

You miss RVS👍

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Another great video! You’re right, everything on this is a faff! This rebuild is a great reminder never to buy a KTM.

[@jhstony]

Dave I have a Gen 2, but I’m guessing they are just as bad to work on as this Gen 1 bike. Great videos again, thanks

[@stevesanelli90]

Another successful task & experience Dave! Never liked KTM. Always way more complicated for no reason other than wanting to be different. Great result & enjoyable episodes! Keep it up & enjoy the sun that’s coming!☀️

[@atag512]

really nice commentary... Do you offer remote consulting ?

[@obsession_engineering]

No, sorry. If you can get the bike/engine to me I'd work on it, but I don't do remote.

[@atag512]

@@obsession_engineering that may be a plan...I'll definely let you know by this week. Great info again..

[@dimosk7389]

aah the dreadful bleeding... its even worse on a 1290 super adventure, because the fuel tank is in the way. you need to remove the fuel tank to bleed the cooling system.

[@obsession_engineering]

More brilliant engineering 🤣

[@steveball2307]

Imagine getting a KTM main dealer to do that little lot......

[@oteimoto85]

Yeeeaaaahhhh...ummmm...nope!! He was very kind to me and my wallet. Good job I've known Dave 20 years. Legend!!

[@steveball2307]

Worth every penny - well, apart from the King's ransom that went to KTM! They are a special bike mind...

[@oteimoto85]

@@steveball2307 It's the only bike I've ever ridden where I was a bit nervous beforehand. I'm so glad I bought it. Even though I know it's going to cost me a fortune and may kill me.

[@steveball2307]

The first definitely, the second hopefully not!!

[@oteimoto85]

@@steveball2307 It's a pussycat really. 😳🤭

[@Shinysideup]

£1300 for parts ouch. I think the labour part was cheap for the work you put in. Nice job.

[@matthewrodd3985]

Yeah.. only 700 for labour, thats very good Dave...

[@dipling.pitzler7650]

The constant moaning about a compact ,lightweight 180 hp race engine is not very reassuring , repairing simpler things like vintage Royal Enfields may be a better and happier choice. Imo there is nothing more "dangerous" than an over confident then fed up mechanic taking "care" of high end engines.