KTM motorcycle manufacturer (we already wrote about the Ducati and MV Agusta) to issue a recall because of issues with its fitted Brembo brake master cylinder, KTM has the dubious task of informing 2,361 KTM 1290 Super Duke R (2015-2018) and KTM 1290 Super Duke GT (2016-2018) owners.

Like the other recalls before it, this one stems from certain 15mm & and 16mm radial-pump brake master cylinders that have been fitted as an & OEM part to a slew of high-performance motorcycles.

Because of a manufacturing defect, the plastic piston on these master & cylinders – made from a polyphenylene sulphide polymer – may crack and & brake under heavy load, severe ABS engagement, and/or during a tip-over.

As is being done with Aprilia, Ducati, & and MV Agusta, KTM says that it will notify affected owners, and its & dealers will replace the piston with an aluminum one, free of charge.

KTM’s recall is expected to begin March 9, 2018. Concerned KTM owner’s may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

According to Brembo’s rather terse statement about the issue, this recall does not affect any aftermarket parts. We & also expect to hear from a couple more brands about their similar recall & efforts, namely TM Racing, Horex, and Moto Morini.

We will keep you posted as more information becomes available.