On certain 950 motorcycles, the rear brake may feel spongy or soft when applying the brake. This could lead to improper rear braking.
2005-2006 · 2 model years
KTM 950 Supermoto Problems by year
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the KTM 950 Supermoto across 2 model years, and it has 1 recall. The 2006 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (8). The most reported problem area is the fuel system.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
950 Supermoto complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common 950 Supermoto problems
KTM 950 Supermoto recalls 1
Latest 950 Supermoto complaints
The fuel tank swells in size so much that it cannot be reinstalled to the bike using the factory mounting bracket. It had to be modified, and now I might have to drill a hole further back in the frame to fit my tank back on. I know multiple people with the same bike who's tanks start to leak after they expand like this, that worries me. The tank also does not hold gasoline completely inside, as is evident by the fact that any decals on my bike bubble off from fuel absorbing into the tank then the decal. I do...
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not know how many other people have reported this but for a small run production bike, it sure does happen on a lot of them. It is a constant issue in the local shop and on the internet message boards. *Tr
The fuel tank has developed a leak. The leak appears to be a manufacturing defect and is coming from a threaded fitting. The tank was not mechanically damaged in any way. *Tr
Fuel leaks from tank where low fuel level sensor is fastened to tank. The sealing o-ring on fuel level sensor does not contact the mating surface on the plastic tank due to a dip or low spot in the mating suffice. *Tr
Failure of fuel tank resulting in gasoline leak due to warping of tank. *Tr
Fuel tank deformed and leaked about 2 gallons of gasoline in my closed garage - 2008. Ktm north america instructed bike be taken to dealership for evaluation - ellicott city motorsports visually inspected, called ktm/na who instructed me to "try loctite 518 sealant". This worked for about 6 months, tank began to leak again. Contacted matto cycles in pa on advice of an industry contact - tank was replaced by ktm under goodwill warranty early 2009. Replacement and has just begun to leak from threaded fitting at lower left front and will require replacement again. Web search indicates this is a relatively common problem. *Tr
The fuel tank on my 2006 ktm 950sm motorcycle failed, causing a gasoline leak which could have resulted in a fire, crash, and/or possible death or injury. The location of the failure is at the area where the fuel sensor plugs into the side of the tank. The plastic around the sensor disintegrated, causing the leak. Because the vehicle is out of warranty the dealer would not replace the fuel tank under warranty. I believe this is a serious safety defect and the manufacturer should initiate a recall. *Tr
Questions about the KTM 950 Supermoto
Which KTM 950 Supermoto years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2006 (8). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2006 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What are the most common KTM 950 Supermoto problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (8) most often.
How many recalls does the KTM 950 Supermoto have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall across all KTM 950 Supermoto model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data