Are TPI models seizing? 7 preventative strategies for KTM TPI problems ︱Cross Training Enduro

http://www.crosstrainingenduro.com http://tractionerag.com Are the TPI two strokes from KTM and Husqvarna seizing due to problems with the TPI system? If so is there a TPI fix? We spoke to a few industry insiders to see if it's true. We do know KTM released this technical bulletin in November 2020. And they recommended getting dealers to set up more oil in the mix for certain rider profiles. Will it fix KTM TPI problems? First a quick bit of history and Husqvarna TPI issues. We covered the pros and cons of TPI in a recent video. The main benefit is less emissions and better fuel economy, and TPI was created to meet tighter emission regulations in Europe. Unfortunately it also means a lot more complexity and close to 3kg extra weight and some KTM TPI issues. KTM and Husqvarna has basically been forced into lowering emissions on their enduro models by using TPI, they still use the trusty carburetor on their motocross two strokes. Does this help to avoid TPI failure? More recently with KTM TPI problems, there have been TPI crankcase pressure sensors failing that cause stuttering at low revs. And more importantly, there have been cases of TPI bikes seizing, sometimes at very low hours. The big questions? How often does it happen? Is it a design fault, or caused by the rider? And are the getting fixed under warranty? What will reduce the chances of seizing? Are there TPI solutions? Early KTM TPI issues included splitting oil tanks, the occasional TPI oil pump failure, and issues with starting, idling, and running too lean. There were some TPI seized too. How often do Husqvarna TPI problems happen? and is there a TPI fix? First, we just googled around for recent cases of TPI seizing. Some of these are quite low hours. The fact remains that plenty of TPI owners have no problems at all. This guy even ran an internet poll a few years back. It's a very small sample, but indicates most owners had no problems, 5% of owners had some kind of TPI failure. However, there are rumours that the 2020 and 2021 models have had more TPI seized than normal. In some cases the dealers claimed it must have been the rider to blame, in others they immediately fixed it under warranty. Sometimes they get the owner to pay some of the costs for TPI failure. Usually the riders say they haven't drowned the bikes or caused the problem in any way, but of course we can't be sure. And when you consider how many bikes have been sold this only presents a small percentage of failures. Just pause if you want to read about KTM TPI issues. Industry guys in Australia said there are enough cases of KTM TPI failure to indicate there's a small but significant problem. They think KTM's technical bulletin is the response. But what about TPI oil pump failures? Some dealers are finding it difficult to source barrels to fix nastier seizes. What can be done to reduce or eliminate the risk? We have seven TPI fixes. TPI solution one. Talk with your dealer about setting your bike to run a bit richer. Some dealers are doing this for free. Others are charging. TPI fix two. In some cases there have been oil pump failures. The manual states this should be replaced at 80 hours. Some have failed before then. Others go much longer. For peace of mind, it may be best to just replace this at the specified 80 hours. TPI solution three. We had discussions about the claimed rate of failure, but I think just looking at the Australian market would not give a reliable indication for KTM TPI failures. It reminds me very much of Beta's main bearing failures from 2018 to 2020. It was a low rate of failure. But of course it's expensive to fix so owners are understandably concerned. If any KTM dealers or representative would like to pitch in, we are all ears... TPI crankcase pressure sensors included. Okay. Lets assume there's a small rate of failure. Make sure there is no dirt around your filler cap. In a very small number of cases, dirt has dropped into the oil tank and clogged up the system. Husqvarna dealer support has been good in the USA, as usual. In Australia, some owners claim dealers are trying to wriggle out of KTM TPI failure warranty claims. When there are issues, go straight the distributor. And remember you are also covered by consumer law if you are prepared to fight it that hard. But of course if you are to blame, just accept responsibility and pay for repairs if you drowned the bike or forgot to top up the oil. Keen to hear your thoughts and opinions. Especially any KTM representatives. TPI fix four. Get to know your system and follow the guidelines. A typical example is the TPI warm up routine. Always be very careful with air filters. They will let dust in if they aren't oiled well, or not fitted properly. TPI fix six. Sucking an air bubble into the system might cause issues. Some talk about the correct TPI warm up issue as well.
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