I’ve had my bike nearly one year and this is the first issue I’ve had, seems like the oil seal is a common issue but a relatively easy warranty fix. As yours is a newer bike they may have sorted this issue out by now.
The sheer number of parts prone to issues (all problems that have long been known from the Duke 790 and still haven't been resolved) is unfortunately indeed quite disheartening.
Hi Simmia_blu , did they tell you that was the problem of the oil loss? Because after about 6 months I also have the same loss and I have to call my dealer. Thank you!
Honestly the issues reported so far are all fairly minor and fixed easily. You have the peace of mind of a 4 year warranty on the bike and a goodwill repair scheme warranty on the camshafts. I wouldn't worry at all, you have just bought a fantastic bike at a bargain price. These bikes were £10,500 a couple of years ago. Enjoy!!
Thanks for the generous replies folks. I'm almost 83 and, after a lifetime of motorcycles, the 801SE appealed to all of my riding senses -- sport bike, semi-cruiser and most of all, a "Dragon" curve-ripper since I live and ride there. I paid $10.1K USD OTD at a NC shop and I'm stoked. Diablo Rosso 4's are going on tomorrow and I'm off and running. I am very interested in the member comments about tight OEM chains possibly causing the output shaft seal leaks and "city riding" possibly causing brake warpage. Both made sense to me.
Mine was in for servicing just yesterday, and the mechanic told me that version V.1V14, which was installed last year, is still the latest one.
In mid 2024 mine was also delivered with V.1V06; during the 1,000 km service V.1V09 was then installed, and V.1V14 during the first annual service in 2025.Ah im still on V1.V06
