The fuel tank is swelling badly, which is a known issue with these motorcycles. It is swelling so badly it is breaking the plastics that attach to the tank and causing immense panel gaps. I am concerned that at some point the tank itself will crack causing a fuel leak. I have checked the fuel cap vent and it flows air freely through it when blown through. This has been an ongoing issue that has progressively gotten worse. The attached images show a panel gap, and a repair that had to be made to a split piece of body work.
The worst 2023 Ktm 690 SMC R problems
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Is the 2023 Ktm 690 SMC R reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2023 Ktm 690 SMC R, fewer than a typical 690 SMC R model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Ktm 690 SMC R?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2023 Ktm 690 SMC R have?
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