(Will change the stickers. Plan to keep it stock or body kit, or black - the current look was just for fun)

Bought this 2014 KTM RC390 with one goal — rebuild it properly using OEM parts and make it mechanically dependable long term.

This is not a cosmetic flip. It’s a structured, reliability-first rebuild.

🔧 Engine & Full Mechanical Service

\* Engine, clutch & wiring rebuilt by KTM (prior to purchase)

\* Only \~1500 km done after full rebuild

\* Engine flushed again after purchase

\* Complete in-depth service done

\* Radiator fully serviced

\* Fresh coolant added

\* New alternator (OEM KTM)

\* New charging unit (OEM KTM)

\* New fuel pump (OEM KTM)

\* Stock BS3 exhaust sourced from a crashed RC390 (OEM)

All mechanical parts purchased new from authorized KTM showroom.

Engine runs beautifully — smooth, responsive, no abnormal sounds.

🛞 Braking System (Fully Refreshed)

\* Brembo front & rear setup

\* Rear brake cylinder upgraded

\* All brakes properly bled

\* Fresh brake fluid added (front & rear)

\* Easy clutch installed

Braking feel is sharp and confidence-inspiring now.

🏗 Structural & Body Restoration

Complete body correction process.

\* Entire fairing removed

\* 16 broken latches and screw mounts plastic welded

\* All cracked plastics repaired properly

\* Panels aligned correctly

\* Frame & subframe inspected

No temporary fixes. No zip ties. No loose panels.

🛞 Suspension & Wheels

\* New mono shock

\* New Apollo tyres (front & rear)

\* Wheels powder coated

\* Wheel covers installed

Ride feels tighter and more planted.

⚡ Electronics & Functional Additions

\* Powertronic installed

\* Flash hazard system

\* Phone charger installed

\* Suspension-mounted phone holders

\* GoPro quick release mounts ×4

\* Magnetic tail tidy

\* Full white reflective setup

Built to be usable and documented — not just parked.

💰 Total Investment So Far

₹1,07,500

This includes EVERYTHING:

\* Cost of bike

\* RTO charges

\* All OEM mechanical parts

\* Labor

\* Full servicing

\* Suspension & braking work

\* Tyres

\* Body restoration

\* Accessories

\* Electrical additions

Everything except the exhaust was purchased new from authorized KTM showroom.

No hidden costs. No pending work.

Current Status

\* Engine strong (1500 km post rebuild)

\* Cooling system refreshed

\* Brakes fully serviced

\* Charging stable

\* Fueling sorted

\* Structure solid

\* Suspension tight

Runs beautifully.

What’s Next

\* Full torque audit

\* Braided brake lines

\* Proper Powertronic fine tuning

\* Deep detailing

\* Possibly upgraded radiator fan

This isn’t a resale project.

It’s a corrected, properly sorted 2014 RC390 built to keep.

2014 KTM RC390 (BS3) – Full Restoration Update