roman
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posted September 07, 2008 03:21 AM
POWERCOMMANDER...?
Hello everybody. Q: Is powercommander really makes big difference in performance ? or fuel economy? Is it easy to install ? What model do I need for Concours 14 ? Is it reliable ? I'm riding 80 mi every night from work, don't want to stuck on the freeway at 3 am ) ...... I need your advise guys. Thank you.
  
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wormgear
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posted September 07, 2008 04:13 AM
Only needed if you remove the secondary throttle butterflies.
Otherwise no real advantage.
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posted September 07, 2008 07:18 AM
Well, yes it makes a big difference in performance with a slip on and secondaries removed. Mileage will increase a little if you do not run her too hard. It is not that hard to install, but like wormgear said, there is no big difference if you do not remove the butterflies, and that takes some work.
Is it reliable? can be is my answer. I have only had mine on for 4 months, but some have had problems with reliability long term.
Hope it helps..
Rob
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roman
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posted September 08, 2008 03:21 AM
Thank you guys. I decide not to install it. K&N air filter and AP muffler will be enough. Thanks a lot.
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DrewHerc130
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posted September 15, 2008 10:22 PM
I believe if you change the exhaust you need to adjust the fuel delivery because anytime you change the air intake or exhaust that will effect your fuel to air ratio. Does that sound right guys? Or will the stock computer adjust accordingly?
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Roman
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posted September 15, 2008 10:57 PM
anybody know if fuel/air ratio needs to be adjusted after replacing intake and muffler? Thanks.
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posted September 16, 2008 11:06 AM
you USUALLY will not need a PC with and AP slip on......get on their website and see what Kerry and those folks recommend.....hell call him and ask him, he is very personable and will answer any questions you might have. Heck anyone in that office can prolly answer your questions.
That being said, I dont remember ever hearing or seeing an AP slip on that required a PC. If you do more mods that could change....like removing the buterflies.....
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posted October 03, 2008 03:17 AM
quote:
I believe if you change the exhaust you need to adjust the fuel delivery because anytime you change the air intake or exhaust that will effect your fuel to air ratio. Does that sound right guys? Or will the stock computer adjust accordingly?
it's reccomended,
but not required.
with newer fuel injected bikes, they can adjust to minor intake and exhaust changes.
but from what I've read elsewhere, it's completely necessary when removing the flie's
I've got my new PCiii/BMC filter
and full ZX14 "Dual" exhaust waiting in my garage for a rainy weekend (I'll also pull my flies while I'm at it)
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