My pillion always compalins about the poor suspension on this bike, so much that I only use my NTorq when I'm with a pillion. I'm going to get one right-now! Also my ADV is 2 years old and some upgrades are due ! Thanks for this video, great suggestion...
@@RajdeepBorgohainRajdeep Brother, NTorq also has a mono-shock that too very lean or thin. Check yourself; it will be on your Ntorq's left-hand side, under the ladies' footrest. Yes, it is pathetic, to say the least.
There is no one size fits all. You would need to load the bike, all depends on weight, check the sag and move the notch up or down by 2 try it out and go with the setting what works best for you.
Why dont you have your front suspension raised by 2 onches? They put a small spacer in your suspension and change your spring thats it. And the front will feel lovely.
Zedling is the best for the job. I have an impulse that I'm running zedling front suspension inners. They are good. And just to add I thrash my bike crazy, front suspension is great. Just get it fast. Zedling has some inner front fork kit for ktm adventure.
Comfort was Xpulse like as though all the bad roads all of a sudden turned into clouds 💨 I know this is exaggeration but vs stock suspension it's a huge improvement... After 350 km this morning I was fresh as though I just started the ride...
@@motovin77 That depends on person to person, for heavy people the suspension dampening is more with per-load… similar to as that 4 people loaded in a Scorpio SUV makes the ride smoother. The XPulse 200 4V is the right choice 👍
@@tusharpadole4640 Definitely a great bike from Honda, highly knows for its refined parallel twin, comfort and honda reliability. Are you looking to buy?
Hey quick question - Would this be a good decision for a Duke390, I am more into acceleration n fast cornering, with a little off road trips here n there. Should I stick with the stock monoshock set up or shift to the xpulse?
What is your opinion on it, since you've been using it for so long? I've heard that the suspension on the expulse will break quickly. Is that true? Have you had any work done on it?
Someone told me to install rear shock to xpulse 200 rally pro. What are your reviews I own adv 390X the non electronic 390 or u suggest a ktm 390 SW EDITION REAR SHOCK.
Just wanted to ask you..some guys say that apart from the rear xpulse suspension modification you should increase the front suspension by 2"..for an even smoother ride..your views please..thanks..Hemant
Did you take the Weight and dynamics into consideration before upgrading the Shock absorber with a lighter motorcycle to a heavier motorcyle? You do understand that the load capacity is important here, right? Let alone the rising conditions and the thrashing it is suppose to take being a tourer. And how about the suspension bottoming out just in case of a surprise posthole, hardbraking, unmarked speed brakers? Doesn this all works? I am just trying to understand something here so please bear with me.
@@motovin77 maybe a little stiffer might help with the swaying? However, a higher compression means chances of it leaking out. New shock absorbers means new seals, it just needs to endure the wear and tear over time, if it works, you would have solved a lot people's problem honestly.
How did you check the specification of the ktm and hero? I have a modified FZ25 and wish to install a new rear shock but idk how to check which one fits. Any tips?
I have been doing the same research. I want to try out BMW G310Gs suspension but I’m not sure if they will fit my duke 390, second gen. Any idea if it will?
@@motovin77 thank you. It won’t fit also probably. I just got to hear from the BMW folks. I’ll go ahead with Xpulse too. Where in Bangalore did you get these?
Sir how many kms does one need to bed in. And how will we know once its bed in. Good for u that it works. Great find and independent research. Also .. stock suspension also works when u ride it at a right speed .. have dynoed several suspensions Also . Remember one soln doesnt fit all. For your weight and height. Stock one May not work well enough. Ppl have been riding without Issues too..
Now that adjustable suspension is available from 390 sw, if I were to buy one now, I would get this one. Nothing wrong with xpulse suspension, just that it increases seat height by 10 mm more.
@@motovin77 doesnt mapping the ecu takes into consideration the kind of suspension the bike has been given. I mean 390 adv does come with different settings which were mapped into the ecu considering the stock suspension in the picture. Just curious.
@@samjangam2078 Suspension is an independent component on any vehicle and does not have any connection with the ECU. ECU mainly controls only the running of the engine.
@@motovin77 But this suspension is softer so the static sag is more when sitting on the bike? SO may be when you seated on the bike the height remains the same as stock one doesn't have much sag. BTW. Zedling rebuilt your stock suspension(as it it's serviceable) too for 8.5K with softer springs. The newer KTM's are coming with non serviceable rear shock so for that case they have designed a complete new one which sells for 19K.
Hi, no it will increase the suspension height further by an inch, I recommend you to get low suspension from KTM which is provided in 390 Adv V Version.
Please do a follow up after 3 months to 6 months or so. This a problematic part, but a critical one as well. Hence, a follow-up account of your experience would be a good idea.
Exactly, adjustable suspension wasn't available last year and half ago. So i had got xpulse suspension, it did a wonderful job... Last week I got the adjustable one from ktm.
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My pillion always compalins about the poor suspension on this bike, so much that I only use my NTorq when I'm with a pillion. I'm going to get one right-now! Also my ADV is 2 years old and some upgrades are due ! Thanks for this video, great suggestion...
Bro I use Ntorq for daily commute but the rear suspension is pathetic! I can't compare it with a monoshock 🤣
@@RajdeepBorgohainRajdeep Brother, NTorq also has a mono-shock that too very lean or thin. Check yourself; it will be on your Ntorq's left-hand side, under the ladies' footrest. Yes, it is pathetic, to say the least.
@@buddy_info i got that but can't compare that with a bike's monoshock
I think you install the suspension in opposite direction. The endurance logo should go to the swing arm.
@@amlanroy99 That's the only way it fits, got it professionally installed at KTM service center on request
Great information. Please update the long term experience and any preload adjustment done over time. 👍👍
Sure I will do.
Hi, hope the suspension is still doing well. Im planning to do this for my Adv today, really tired of the hard stock suspension.
Yes no issue it's working well. KTM recently introduced lower suspension, not sure how good that is.... You may want to check
@@motovin77 got it done, quite an increase in ride height with this mod too. Feels good for now, will wait for the shock to bed-in and update
@@AkshayMudbidri You will feel the difference immediately... Yes about 10 mm increase is there but not a deal breaker
@@AkshayMudbidrihey, how does it feel now? Holding up well with time?
Well explained video, I'm getting this done to my duke250
That’s some good info. My bike is still brand new. I guess I’ll meet you once and ride your bike and check the difference
Xpulse Suspension vs Rally suspension
In both which one suggest to better suspension...
In daily commute and long rides
@@eswarchinnodu5117 Go with the KTM 390 ADV SW Adjustable Suspension
Please update the best suspension settings when you load topbox and side panniers.
There is no one size fits all. You would need to load the bike, all depends on weight, check the sag and move the notch up or down by 2 try it out and go with the setting what works best for you.
Why dont you have your front suspension raised by 2 onches? They put a small spacer in your suspension and change your spring thats it. And the front will feel lovely.
Any recommended places to get this job and cost?
Zedling is the best for the job. I have an impulse that I'm running zedling front suspension inners. They are good. And just to add I thrash my bike crazy, front suspension is great. Just get it fast. Zedling has some inner front fork kit for ktm adventure.
@@virafbillimoria8324 Thanks for the information
How is the Viaterra trail pack serving you? Is it water resistant?
@@omkarkhamkar9388 Good one, water resistant but not water proof so i use plastic pouches inside.
I went with my adv 250 but the mechanic of KTM service centre couldn’t able to add. Is it same with 250 and 390 ?
@@dipjyotiry7159 ktm service center was able to do on 390 but am not sure of 250
You looks awesome 😎
The suspension upgrade will make you feel much happier now 😊
Comfort was Xpulse like as though all the bad roads all of a sudden turned into clouds 💨 I know this is exaggeration but vs stock suspension it's a huge improvement... After 350 km this morning I was fresh as though I just started the ride...
@@motovin77 That depends on person to person, for heavy people the suspension dampening is more with per-load… similar to as that 4 people loaded in a Scorpio SUV makes the ride smoother. The XPulse 200 4V is the right choice 👍
Good info,I see you have a main stand,care to share some information on that?
Thanks, got a center stand from the madover bikes, which cost about 4000/-
When the video started rolling it felt like The Maestro AR Rehman was presenting 😄
🤣🤣🤣Hahahah
Hello sir what do you think about cb500x..can it will be relaunch in India again?
@@tusharpadole4640 Definitely a great bike from Honda, highly knows for its refined parallel twin, comfort and honda reliability. Are you looking to buy?
Awesome, any plans for the front suspension?
No plans as I don't do heavy offroad.
Hey quick question - Would this be a good decision for a Duke390, I am more into acceleration n fast cornering, with a little off road trips here n there. Should I stick with the stock monoshock set up or shift to the xpulse?
Best to stick with stock. Xpulse one is longer and will have adverse effects while cornering
What is your opinion on it, since you've been using it for so long? I've heard that the suspension on the expulse will break quickly. Is that true? Have you had any work done on it?
No issue, it's working fine.done 10,000 km
Hi sir it's u installed xpulse 4v stock or rally monoshock ?
@@sandeepwaster3904 Now 390 SW adjustable monoshock
Someone told me to install rear shock to xpulse 200 rally pro. What are your reviews I own adv 390X the non electronic 390 or u suggest a ktm 390 SW EDITION REAR SHOCK.
@@ronnie.b31 Please go with 390 SW Rear Shock, you will never regret.
@@motovin77 I shall take ur opinion then will revert once I install them
Just wanted to ask you..some guys say that apart from the rear xpulse suspension modification you should increase the front suspension by 2"..for an even smoother ride..your views please..thanks..Hemant
Not really mandatory to upgrade front suspension unless you plan to do real hardcore offloading...
Did you take the Weight and dynamics into consideration before upgrading the Shock absorber with a lighter motorcycle to a heavier motorcyle? You do understand that the load capacity is important here, right? Let alone the rising conditions and the thrashing it is suppose to take being a tourer. And how about the suspension bottoming out just in case of a surprise posthole, hardbraking, unmarked speed brakers? Doesn this all works? I am just trying to understand something here so please bear with me.
All valid points here as you rightly called out, difference in weight between two motorcycles is
@@motovin77 maybe a little stiffer might help with the swaying? However, a higher compression means chances of it leaking out. New shock absorbers means new seals, it just needs to endure the wear and tear over time, if it works, you would have solved a lot people's problem honestly.
How did you check the specification of the ktm and hero? I have a modified FZ25 and wish to install a new rear shock but idk how to check which one fits. Any tips?
You need to measure the length and also ensure the mounting points are identical...
@motovin77 What are your thoughts on adding the rally shocks?
Why would I want to make it even taller? As it is seat height got increased by 10 mm after stock XPulse suspension.
Absolutely fantastic review. Great knowledge & presentation 👏. Sir how is the xpulse rally suspension is it the same ? 🙏
Thanks for watching... Rally suspension is even more taller and wouldn't work.
@@motovin77 Ohh is it. Thanks for the info sir.
Brother very good info, can you make detailed review video on performance of bike after installing rear suspension of Xpulse 4V
I will do after some more riding.
I have been doing the same research. I want to try out BMW G310Gs suspension but I’m not sure if they will fit my duke 390, second gen. Any idea if it will?
@@mohnishism it will be very tall for Duke 390
@@motovin77 thank you. It won’t fit also probably. I just got to hear from the BMW folks. I’ll go ahead with Xpulse too. Where in Bangalore did you get these?
I also want a plush ride, especially when going through pot holes. Hurts my back. Also did you get 4V or rally version?
Sir how many kms does one need to bed in. And how will we know once its bed in.
Good for u that it works. Great find and independent research.
Also .. stock suspension also works when u ride it at a right speed .. have dynoed several suspensions
Also . Remember one soln doesnt fit all. For your weight and height. Stock one May not work well enough. Ppl have been riding without Issues too..
Just a couple for the 100 km it takes to bed in... Seat height there is an increase of 10 mm but not a huge issue if you are at least 5.8.
What is the price of impulse suspension ?
@@vinaypatil2426 7000
Hi Brother, good update, any long term feedback as ive seen videos where people remove it after some time, whats your review been like?
I am linking the suspension upgrade I have done.
Have you upgraded from xpulse suspension?
@@gulshank1987 I am using xpulse suspension now
Hey i have a question. Xpulse suspension will be better or adv 390 sw version's suspension will be better?
Now that adjustable suspension is available from 390 sw, if I were to buy one now, I would get this one.
Nothing wrong with xpulse suspension, just that it increases seat height by 10 mm more.
Which one
Sir, i am also planning for some modification on my Cb350. Do you advice any specific and trustworthy mechanic or store who does it? Thank you
But won't it mess up the ecu settings of the bike.?? I mean it is programmed as per the stock suspension won't that be an issue in the long run.?
No it won't, shock has no connection with ECU.
@@motovin77 doesnt mapping the ecu takes into consideration the kind of suspension the bike has been given. I mean 390 adv does come with different settings which were mapped into the ecu considering the stock suspension in the picture. Just curious.
@@samjangam2078 Suspension is an independent component on any vehicle and does not have any connection with the ECU. ECU mainly controls only the running of the engine.
Have u checked High speed stability of bike?
I did talk about it in the video
Did you install a centre stand on your bike ?
Yes
What about seat, Any modifications have you done?
No it's stock
@@motovin77should i change the suspension first or the seats? For comfort on touring?
@@NikhilRevz root cause is suspension. Fix that 80% of the issue is sorted
I'm wondering how much the seat height increases...beacause I tip toe on the stock bike..I'm looking for a comfortable ride..
Increase in seat height by another 10 mm. If you already tip toe, suggest not to do it or at your discretion.
@@motovin77 But this suspension is softer so the static sag is more when sitting on the bike? SO may be when you seated on the bike the height remains the same as stock one doesn't have much sag. BTW. Zedling rebuilt your stock suspension(as it it's serviceable) too for 8.5K with softer springs. The newer KTM's are coming with non serviceable rear shock so for that case they have designed a complete new one which sells for 19K.
@@royarnab22 Had I gone Zedling I had to shell out 19k, hence got XPulse one and works well for me.
Whether we can do the same for ather??
Awesome, very good information Bro, it helps 🎉
Where in bangalore you installed it bro.
Can this same unit be installed on a RC 390 2016 model ?
Sorry I am not sure brother.
How is the front suspension of 390 adv? Is it hard too??
Front one is decent.. But rear is like sitting on a stone bench literally.
Fantastic information and it provides great solutions 🎉🎉🎉
From which KTM service did you get it changed?
Nearby my home.
@@motovin77 in Bangalore?
Just to check, do you got any issues after using Xpulse rear shock, is it better then 390 adv SW variant (rear suspension)?
Bro which one did you install?
Hello sir my height is 5.6 will this suspension help me lower the seat height
Hi, no it will increase the suspension height further by an inch, I recommend you to get low suspension from KTM which is provided in 390 Adv V Version.
Could you please share exact part number of this suspension?
52400-abw-101
52400-abw-111
Which one is the part number you used?
What is the new seat height after installing this mono shock of hero xpluse 200 4v
5-10 mm increase, not too much difference.
@@motovin77 can u tell how can i reduce seat height i just want lowering kit for ktm 390 adventure is there any way to reduce seat height
@@Razu91 Which suspension does your bike currently have? Model year?
@@motovin77 recent model 2024 ktm 390 adventure x
@@Razu91 KTM had introduced one Low suspension variant called 390 Adventure V. Pls check on that suspension as it can reduce seat height by 10-15 mm
Is it good?
Amazing🤩🤩🤩
Is it suitable for adv 250
Should be but I have not tried.
What about warranty void?
What will be void of warranty? The suspension, that's fine.. I want to save my back more than the suspension warranty
well explained brother
Great info... Liked and subscribed
What is your weight
85 moving towards 70 😃
Is this rally kit suspension or regular xpulse 4v one?
Regular
@@motovin77What are your thoughts on adding the rally shocks?
good informatica 😄
Can it fit in my Dominar 400??
latest dominar 400 has better shocks costs 3.5k
What's your height brother?
5.8 and that should not really matter, people with 5.3 are riding and enjoying this bike.
@@motovin77 855 mm seat height won't be a problem. I'm 175 cms. Will I be able to flat foot?
@@digantaghosh22 No you will not be able to flat foot, unless you are 5.11 or 6 Feet tall.
@@motovin77 Okay but without flat foot, won't it be a problem balancing.
@@digantaghosh22 see bulu biker 390 adventure videos
Wel described
Please do a follow up after 3 months to 6 months or so. This a problematic part, but a critical one as well. Hence, a follow-up account of your experience would be a good idea.
Cost of the Shock absorber?
@@longtimeer7548 ~₹6300
Have they installed it upside down ?😂
That's how it installs in 390 Adv. DM me a picture if you have installed it in the way you are referring to 😂
Waiting for xpulse 400😂😂😂
No No you should not change suspension like that it make big impact on Motorcycle Chassis dimension
Hi Narendra, could you explain this in a bit detail
Unnecessary westing your money in this wery bed suspension....
You can go with 24ktm adv rear adjustable suspension......
Exactly, adjustable suspension wasn't available last year and half ago. So i had got xpulse suspension, it did a wonderful job...
Last week I got the adjustable one from ktm.