So what would be a good price on an 09 now? A friend said 12500 but I cant imgine them shaving 2k off the price.
I have a 08 990 S, bought in March last year. I have experienced: Defected front wheel Chain Break (my fault too tight) Crap in the fuel tank, clogging fuel filter, I don't know if any other bikes except the "S" model have experienced this problem. I have done the: Flapindectomy Cannisterectomy SAS The biggest problem has been the fuel filter. But, its a small price to pay compared to the enjoyment I've had with it.
so far his issues are; 1-stalling at stop lights on a fairly regular basis, which lead to the bike stalling as it was in motion. Fixed at local shop after much dicking around. 2-head light fuse kept blowing when high beams were switched on. Dealer found worn wire in harness due to the harness being ran in the wrong spot when assembled. 3-Battery would not hold a charge. 4-fuel economy was around 25mpg (I get around 40) and bike was sluggish to accelerate. Dealer did reprogramming and fixed issue. 5-RPM's surging, going from around 1000-1200 to around 3000 when idling. Mostly all of this has been addressed with TSB's but it has been a pain for him. Maybe if my bike had problems that would have made things easier on him. Last time it was in the shop was in November he has only ridden it twice since then, so far so good.
We own both year model bikes. The 2007 was mapped by the dealer to exact specs of my 2008. Both bikes run fantastic and are a blast to ride! Note- both bikes have been left stock, no modifications.
Issues with the engine casings meant it was more of a mobile oil leak rather than a bike. It started to spew oil about 20 miles away from the dealership from new. Not impressed with the QA process out of the factory.... :huh
I think I'm probably done with FI bikes from KTM. would love to take the 990 to Ushuaia, but I dont think its gonna happen unless I can get it sorted out. Would like to take a 690E as well, but that aint gonna happen. Looks like a Jap bike for the long distance trip may be in my future. Either blue, yellow or green. Although I could be talked into a 950 SE.