Avoid Motorcycle Trouble - Skip Power Commander - How to Keep Motorcycle Reliable
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- CC gives reasons for motorcycle troubles. How to keep it reliable!
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long time mechanic here..... you really shouldnt be making claims like this, you just aren't qualified or knowledgeable enough. sorry no disrespect intended but just about every bit of logic in this vid is flawed. Step away from the forums they're full of fail
+Randy T Well I decided to gain experience with a power commander and will be sharing the experience with my viewers. I added a power commander v to my wr250r which is currently getting professionally dyno tuned as I type this.
CycleCruza lmao your a funny guy. So you made a video telling people to not do something then go and do it. 🙈🙈
letting your bike run lean without a PC when using an aftermarket pipe, cant be good for reliability
metalmaster76 is it fine if I put on full system exhaust on ninja 650 without PC for a month before I get to the ECU / dyno tune ?
metalmaster76 it’ll be fine if you’re not even running full system
@@gurpalsingh3695 the bike will run lean power commanders all the way they are easy to install
I cannot imagine any bike owner who doesn't like tinkering with their bike man. Your one of a kind.
the correct way to ride a bike on the street while solo is to ride near the center line as if you are the left tires of a car not everywhere
Why are people so rude... If you do not like what he says in his videos all you can do is simply not watch other than that there's no reason to be rude or nasty
nice vids, and i like to share my opinion on mods stuff. I won't talk about power commander cause I never use it before and now, but I'd like talk about electrical system of anyone bike.
1st. DO NOT modify original wire! Modify original wire such splice, cut, soldering it sometime can void your bike warranty. If you need to create branch or splice to light some of your stuff, find the match socket/molex for that connector, there bunch on internet where you can find exact match for the socket. create branch from that socket so you don't need splice original wire.
2nd. DO NOT join wire with original wire, if you need to light up new heavy system such put HID and Pro-G lighting then place new wire directly to the battery. Original wire not supposedly to handle such weight, one HID ballast consume about 35Watt while your original headlamp doesn't use such weight. And if you use that original wire to light-up more than they're supposed to, the wire can melt and sort which will lead to fire and burn your bike.
3rd. Modification on electrical should be split on different wiring (like I describe on #2) and remember "ALWAYS" put fuse.
4th. DO NOT exceed your bike battery regulator capacity. If you exceed this, your bike will not charge your battery and you end up with death battery to start your bike with. Because the regulator will supply for your mods stuff not charging your battery.
5th. DO NOT keep your cellphone/gps charger connected while your bike idle and the connection directly to your main battery. Cellphone charger consume about 1Watt electrical. If you have 4Ah battery, then it will have juice for 48Wh, leaving your cellphone charger for 2 days still intact will make your battery dead (out of juice). So, make sure you disconnect all gadget that consume power before leaving your bike. If you always forgot about this, then get a relay and join with turn key, so when you turn the key on, the relay on, and charger on, or when turn key off, the relay off and cut power to your charger.
6th. LED might look small but it still consume power, use LED as necessary it needs and don't make your bike like Christmas tree. Use a long strip LED (even you cut it into several inches), I can use up to 10W power. So use LED strip wisely.
I think that's all, hope this can help newbie when decide modify their bike electrical.
Doing mods, lots of which use electricity is one of the things that makes motorcycles so enjoyable. I have an alarm system, HIDs, used to have GPS, will get angel eyes soon etc. and I haven't had any issues yet.
I have power commander on all my bikes and quads. If anything it will increase engine life in the long run. Proper tune on the bike with a exhaust is important. Never had one issue with any of my power commanders.
You actually have no idea what your talking about. Do you know how many people have power commanders installed in them with no issues at all. My 2005 gsxr 1000 has had a power commander III for 37,000 miles and counting. It's been professionally mapped by MPH (motorcycle performance handling). Forums are not a good place to hear professional advice. Ask professionals for advice on power commander reliability. Your slamming mods because you choose not to have them. How long have you even had a sport bike. I'm 40 and have been riding sport bikes since I was 18. Do proper research before slamming extremely well know and reliable mods like power commander!
mike216ism I just installed my power commander 5 on my 701 2017 Enduro I have a Yoshimura r77 Wide Open Exhaust with a Rottweiler performance intake and after I put the Power command on the bike is now scary fast and scary powerful and deserves more respect.
CycleCruza, you made another great video as usual. I totally agree with not splicing wires. On my Goldwing fuse box it has a two screw terminal for connecting accessories, so I connected two 12 volt power outlets for my GPS and phone, and my Gopro. Subscribe today...
The key is to have your power commander tuned on a dyno by professionals. If you do this you'll be fine and as reliable as stock. If you add a pipe and don't buy a power commander and have it tuned you might as well throw your money away. I'm not sure I know anyone who doesn't have a PC on a sport bike. Seems like everyone I've ran across and know have had a great experience
@Ben M - Just don't splice into any stock wires, usually the grips just connect to the battery like the ones I have. Just make sure to hook up a battery tender when you get done riding. AME heated grips cut off if the battery falls below 12.5 volts, you might want to consider getting these grips: amzn.to/1zGD6ht
I so agree with u, my bike is old 93 but its 99 percent stock, only slip on and the bike runs so perfect I put in 5k miles over the summer, from Reading Pa to Camden NJ every sat or sun😄
power commander software is based on OEM
Your videos are great. Always learn helpful tips from you. Thanks and keep it up!
I love a greasy manual! It's always nice to have the book in hand so you don't have to run around looking for stuff.
One thing to keep in mind if you get a power commander or any sort of EFI tuner, is to get the bike professionally dynoed. I know many people who have power commanders and other EFI tuners are not one of them has had any negative issues whatsoever. I'm sure there are one-offs but then again you can say that with anything. The main thing over here, is to make sure that you have everything professionally done. I don't think messing with the electrical or the fuel mapping is a do-it-yourself hack.
It's worth a couple of extra bucks to pay a professional mechanic who specializes in dyno tuning. Now I'm not talking about going to the local shop and having them do this. One should do their homework first, and research a shop that specializes in dyno tuning.
"Dont cut in to your wiring", Does it anyway....
Would u rather have a basic bitch, or an open platform.
If u want the most out of your bike then upgrade. If done correctly you can have the bike you want out any major problems.
I'd rather have a basic bitch to keep me riding then a tricked out bitch that can have you kicking rocks on the side of the road. lol Stock power is way more than riders need on the streets anyways, maybe if I was racing for a bucket of cash at the track I'd mod it, otherwise, stock is good for the basic joe riders. A basic bitch for a basic joe. lol
CycleCruza
Its true that stock power is all that you need, but everyone should want something that represents them and on your bike becuase riders now have a whole slew of options.
I believe that everyone should try to make their bike aesthetically pleasing more so than the OEM. Riders should change the color, get a more audibly pleasing exhaust, get some LEDs and tuck all of those outstanding turn signals, replace the OEM levers, sets, and grips, or even throw some lights on your bike just to make it stand out and also safer if you get caught out in the dark. Just the little stuff.
I'm totally still getting a power commander after watching your video. I'll take my chances .
Great advice man thanks! Hoping to get a cbr600rr in the near future. :)
As stock as possible?! ROTFL! Wrenching on my bikes myself for 16 years is half the fun. Right now im riding a 08 busa with a list of mods as long as the list I already have. Including a 330 6" strech outside drive, PC V, Brocks alienhead full exhaust, Custom dynamics orange LED's, K&N air filter, upgraded capacity radiator (Florida is hot), chrome rims, mirror block offs, throttle lock, cell phone mount, custom peg mounted plate w/orange lights 4 the popo. Must I keep going? Next up to bat im eyeballing gatorskin seats and getting my pegs powdercoated flat black instead of the stock silver, then changing my triple tree and grips because the stock rubber grips are absolutely worn out by all the riding ive done without any problems... just saying...
Disagree. Both my bikes (Aprilia included) are highly modified. I'm using a simple Power Commander on my R1 and a full RACE ECU (with 3 maps) for the Aprilia. No issues whatsoever.
ECU flashing works really well and no extra boxes that way. You need to do a little more research.
I'll take the ECU flash over a PC.
With ECU tunes you have a high chance of blowing the engine.
How does he switch to the yellow fairings by the end of the video? Am I going crazy
"Don't ever splice into the wires because the stock wiring is designed that way for a reason"
"I've only spliced into the turn signals because they're not using that much"
I don't even own a PC and I'll bet it uses a fraction of what those turn signals use.
Stick to the topics you know something about man.
no clue what he is talking about. Period.
Thanks for another great vid...just bought a new bike..?still snow here ,but cant wait to try out my new Suzuki gsx r 750
you don't know what are you talking about dude.
i looooooooooooooooooooove your vlogs all of them , i watch them every single day >>>> keep gone man
You're not a true moto rider if you don't have at least one stripped screw on your bike ;)
I got my stripped screw while installing my power commander V lol
v36nismo When I strip a screw it makes me feel like breaking something but I just jump around and swing my fists in the air and cuss instead. lol
CycleCruza Yup haha I have a few dents & marks on my garage floor from throwing my tools in a tantrum lol. Great vids man, some of your vids inspired me to get into riding motorbikes and it's the best thing I ever did so thank you!
I always thought the same thing especially with cars. Great video
Side question for you, why did they have to restrict the power of the zx10r so much over there in the US. Where as over hear in Australia we get no restrictions
Maybe b/c we have so many street rossis and squids. lol
Emissions. Our Emissions are much more strict here. Especially to get vehicles into california. For information look up C.A.R.B. or California Air Resources Board.
Stefan L. Yeah Cali is strict. They have to be though.
well that sucks
Northern California(San Francisco) has very clean air quality. Much higher than cities in Germany or Paris for example. The regulations really do create an impact. The Euro spec internal combustion engines run considerably more dirty. It is the air you breath so the less hp is much more worth it. However motorcycles do not get tested for PPM of pollution. So you can run the same mapping the rest of the world does. Not really a big deal.
I spent some time and money finding a place that excels on supersport bikes. I would not trust just anyone with a brand new R1, not my dealer anyway. Most of the crap that I am shedding on my bike is for emission laws in this country. I did the PC, Autotune, smog block offs, servo removal, air filter and Yoshi Alpha TI 3/4. Just make sure you understand the PC software and how to tweak those #'s, or you CAN fuck up your bike if it runs too lean or something. Cruza is right on that. I just uploaded my first Autotune custom map update, taking it out now for a test. .
Yes. you are absolutely right. I installed a tre in my 04 gsxr and it cost me a knee. Had surgery and never been the same. However my power commander never gave me an issue. when I sold a 06 gsxr 1k, I had a tre to install and the guy refused it stating that they can cause throttle to get stuck. Now I have another 06 1k gsxr, and I'm getting ecu flashed and power commander. Point is to use reputable products and services.
Dude electrical connections can actually be made properly to not fail. You may think it is good advice to keep a bike all stock but some of us want to go fast. All stock is fine and reliable . But don't bs those who want to experiment with speed.
I will say this, I don't always agree with but alot of what you say is true and real. My first bike a f4i got used had an alarm on it I thought it was neat. Lol 3 days later no start looked into it electric shit every where. 300 dollars later bye bye alarm and always had a turn signal gremlin. Never ever again!
I literally just put a new power commander 5 on my k3 gsxr 1000 with a full exhaust. It added power but after about 50 miles it went bad.
A slip on without a tune will cause the bike to run lean due to increased exhaust flow.
Most breakdowns are actually fairly dumb. i.e. running out of fuel. I also never go anywhere with out a tyre repair kit. Other things you may want to not ride without are; mobile phone (with contact numbers for breakdown, etc), an emergency battery pack to jump start your bike or keep your phone topped up, a thermos flask of fuel, and a small set of essential tools.
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Why would you need a battery pack to jump a bike. Why no just jump start it like a car?
AHS Society Some large engine bikes are quite difficult to bump start without a hill and if you're alone I would imagine.
The guy i bought my R6 put on after market turn signals. Now the emergency blinkers dont work..
This will be "fun" to fix
Had a Power Commander on my 04 600rr and had to replace ECM and throttle body's...
If the power goes bad, your bike will go bad? That doesn't even make sense. The biggest issue is people that install a power commander and then install their friends map or someone else's map.
My dirt bike has almost 22k miles. Dual sport baby!! And I have lots of mods.
CycleCruza I just picked up an 08 cbr600rr a couple weeks ago and was doing my own mods when I came across this reflective rim tape by Customtaylor33 on amazon. These things are AMAZING and pretty cheap. They come in plenty colors and I definitely think you should give these a review
Maybe you should do a Bike Check Up video. Like every week do xy and z (lube chain), every month do xy and z, every 4 months do blah blah blah. Like that. B/c I totally forgot to tighten my expensive brand new chain. If I had some kind of diary I would have remembered. Also how often in KM and Miles for an oil change.
Great points man
This is Ridiculous. My Vulcan has a FI2000r which in going to swap out for a power commander soon. They're probably the easiest thing you can do to your bike.
It's exactly the same as tuning a carburetor. Think of it like this.
One dial is your air/fuel ratio
One dial is your primary
And the next is your secondary
It doesn't take a genius to tune a fuel management system.
It is physically impossible get over 100K miles on your Honda sport bike, the odometer only has (5) digits. So your maximum mileage is 99,999 before it digitally resets back to zero miles. You must purchase a Suzuki GSXR which has a 6th digit digital odometer ever since even the early models were first introduced.
I got my xtz1200 flashed and it did all the good. Killed that fuckin killer deceleration and smoothed that touchy throttle. It;s been flashed 50k miles. No problemo. I put a PCV on it with it dyno mapped. Now I've got a 2k to 2250 rpm surge. In first and second its a bitch. Anybody else gone through this? I tried adjusting it at the surge rpm's and got no results. Fixing to take it off and see what happens. A zero map didn't do shit. If removing the PCV fixes this surge. That will tell the tale. I do have to say though. My bike will pull a power wheeli since it's been modified. Wouldn't come close to doin it stock.
I leave all my scoot stock,only thing I change is seats handlebars and a few other creature comforts.Because of my height I had to put 2 inch risers on the handlebars because of a reach issue and I tossed the floor boards and over sized engine guard and purchased cheap adapters to make the hi-way pegs my foot pegs,they are stirrups and work great.I then added the brackets for and purchased saddleman saddlebags and they rock.My 06' Suzuki M50 also came with heated hand grips,a real plus because I like to ride in colder weather as well.I left the exhaust stock as well as the engine,and some folks have complained the over sized pipes on the exhaust are too quiet but I love them.It has the now defunct 819cc or 50 c.i. engine and although stock it only has about 50 or so horsepower it is just fine for me.The 2010 M50's have that really anemic 805 cc motor or 49.something engine and they add another spark plug to each tower saying it gives it more punch,wow 5% maybe more horsepower.I'll pass.Anyway as allways peace brother and keep your insights comming.Your allways in my prayers.Now get a real bonafide cruiser like I have and stop screwing around,lol.just kidding.I'm out.
I added a full race Akrapovic exhaust and K&N Filter no issues at all after 10K miles that ive been riding. The Akrapovic shorty is nice and loud I removed the baffle, Now cars hear me coming. When I had the stock exhaust on my 09 GSXR 750 it was really quiet. Thanks for the advice cruiser.
I've had a power commander on my 06 busa going on 9 years and never had any of the problems you describe in your video. I still have gotten all of my schedules and not one problem from the power commander. I think it depends on the rider how you ride and take care of your bike. I have almost 20k all highway miles and not one problem from bike and I bought it used with 875 miles on it.
I had a zx10r with PCV, and the bike was work with fails. I put out the PCV and then the bike works fine. After some searchs I try update the firmware and my problem was solved.
Hey CycleCruza for the idling problems in 2008 or newer models, do you think you can remediate that with an ECU Flash?
Also, is it a good idea to hook up a battery tender after EVERY ride IF you have electronics running on the battery as well?
Two things.
Lot of people change a bike after season, or two. So They really dont care about future of the bike.
Lot of people, and i bet, the most people dont know hot to utilize a full power of the factory bike. But they want power, it is cool have a little more horseP. than my mate, and bet him on the highway.
Peoples, try one day on racetrack, and u get out of head a thinks about PC and others "tuning". Because, you just realize that you still far away to need it :)
I'd have to disagree...most stock bikes run lean due to epa emission regs power commanders even the fuel curve out, create a smother throttle response as well as a smoother power delivery, they don't create more power they just fine tune everything so you can tap into whats already there. I've noticed on my bike better fuel economy, better throttle response, smoother ride, an cleaner longer lasting plugs. All from a PC, full Jardine exhaust, and a K&N filter.
Bodging around on your bike putting on this or that is asking for trouble. Not saying you shouldn't mod, only that you should expect lower reliability changing exhausts, fuel mapping, filters, blinkers, etc. as though the engineers who designed your motorcycle have no idea what they're doing.
Not to offend you, but you should brush up on your bike. The dude broke down in the street there has was looks like a parallel twin bobber or an inline 4 bobber. Often created out of the Honda CB 750 or 650's often.
Or just get you a bike that has everything. Cruise control, heated seat heat grips. Etc... 2020 ktm super duke 1290 is the best bike I've ever owned.
Or, just make sure that what ever strange shit you buy for your bike is compatible with you make and model. Not exactly rocket surgery.....
I'm planning on getting a bike soon. I don't have experience with maintaining bikes. Do you learn as you go? Lol or should I just take it to a dealer to get checked
CycleCruza
i own a honda cbr 125rr 2011 and i drilled a 1cm hole in the exhaust and when i come to the lights and go idle it klonks out would it be the hole?
Great video CycleCruza!!! I share you views on reliability for motorcycles. Keep it up!!
I agree with you, I trust the engineers and their knowledge over my buddies and their recommendations.
Fact: bikes come restricted. Flow and exhaust, it kills engine lif and performance
HA HA HA HA HA!!! All the butt-hurt people in the comments protesting that mods don't hurt bikes omg. Trying to defend their purchases that they've had on their bike for so many months. Once I hear of a person whose ridden with the same mods for over 10 years or 75,000 miles without issues, hit me up....cause those guys are FAR and FEW between.
SmokyOwl - 07 R1 bought new, mods over the years, still have it today. Crashed 6 times, super reliable, no issues. Mods done right vs done wrong
I have been riding 50 years, many years ago i fell into advertising bullshit, now i set suspension for my weight but NEVER TOUÇH! The engine , airbox, or exhaust... M
What tell you get a fiberglass tank and someone else strips the metal threaded insert in the tank.
Unless your getting it dynoed and tuned it's useless to get and just causes more problems
hey Cruza, just want you to know that you have some really good videos man. Especially this one in particular and I'm going to show my brother this because he loves to dive in and cut & play around with all the wiring. The result is, he spent way more time fixing than riding. Just the HID alone keep giving him problems, keeps flickering, sometimes on & off, blown fuse and all kinds of shit happened. His was the 2007 ZX-6R.
As for mine, bought it brand new, 0 KM, I had nothing done to it except: M4 GP slip-on, OEM frame sliders & a fender eliminator kit. I don't touch any of the wires, only ones I touch is the rear turn signals because the aftermarket light wires were too short, had to play around.
You know they have cheap add ons for hid lights that do just that, prevents that from happening. As for taking cc opinion as fact you are making a mistake. You want to avoid problems avoid doing things half assed or with inaccurate info. if you mod exhaust with just a slipon you can get away without a pc or flash, if you go air filter and slip on or full system or decat etc then you need fuel management period unless you dont care how your bike runs.
Hey cruza, I'm looking at getting some after market fairings do you recommend Monster fairings? as I was looking at them as an option because I saw your other video. also is the thickness of there fairings the same as OEM? I've got a cbr600rr 07 plate
Alphi brown I'll be doing a video so explaining the difference. I recommend monster fairings, they are much cheaper solution that getting expensive oem fairings. Stay tuned!
What do you think about installing a power commander? There is a lot of talk how it helps with fueling, mid range power, throttle response etc..
I have a 2011 CBR600RR with Yoshimura RS-5 Slip-On Exhaust.
Thank you
E.S. BiH Like I said, I would avoid the PC because if it ever fails your bike will fail. For me, the stock set-up is fine for street riding. I have no problem with stock fueling, however, on the 2012+ cbr1000rr bikes Honda re-mapped the engine for smoother fueling.
Great video @CycleCruza keep up the great work
Hi guys... I want to put a full system exhaust on my Honda CB300FA... What are ya'll thoughts???
It will just ruin the downstairs torque, Unless you get jetting / mapping done to go with it.
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what do u use to hold ur gps in the center? its looks nicer. my ram holds it to one side.
+lumnir I want to know this as well
Honda bikes rule my Brother ;)
Slip-Ons without PC is bad? considering running stock Cat and air intake still PC is required?
just slip on is fine,
You dont have to knock other bike brands. Honda isn't the ruler of the streets... Just saying
TheCannabisCorner1 All I did was post the recall notices because I was talking about stock bikes with known issues. I didn't say anything bad about one bike. At the end I just said it looked like Harley but it may not have been a Harley. Honda has great reliability, that is a fact.
Great Video, Great Advice!
The problem is that from the factory ALL sportbikes have a significant lean spot in the lower rpm ranges due to EPA testing. This can cause poor throttle response and jumpy on-off throttle at low rpms. What is beneficial to your bike is a DYNO TUNE! This tunes your bike to the PERFECT air fuel ratio which will make your bike run better and be more reliable provided your tuner is any good.
I guess it depends on the particular stock bike because I have not had a problem with my stock Honda cbr600rr and cbr1000rr.
CycleCruza Well sometimes it cannot be a problem you can recognize until you actually get your bike tuned and then you will say WOW, what a difference!
the idle issue with the 08 and up cbr1000rr's is due to the removal of the butterfly valve in the large port in the factory slip on it controls the low end back pressure once removed the exhaust flows to freely due to the loss of back pressure at low RPM.
empty pockets I don't have that issue with the hyperflo pipe that was designed exclusively for the 08+ cbr1000rr, reason I got it.
yeah i watched you're review on them the day you posted it i love the way they sound but i'm not a huge fan of the way they look..
empty pockets You can't see it when you're riding :)
CycleCruza please share insights on ECU REFLASHING & POWER COMMANDO
TANX
Billy Cordero Like I said when you start messing with the bike's oem settings you could be compromising reliability. Imo, stock supersports have more power than you ever need for street riding and track riding. Unless you are racing for money what is the point of squeezing out another 10-15 mph?
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i do love ur attempt at a wheelie on start of vids hahahalolwally
My 2008 Honda CBR 1000 RR fireblade still has its stock exhaust.Never changed it and never will.44 000 kms on the clock and she still goes like a dream.Never given me problems.
Good to know! Have you had the valves checked/adjusted yet? if so, was it in spec?
Goes for regular services.The guys that service the bike specialize in Honda bikes.
Garth Vader Cool, I was just wandering if your valves were in spec each time they were checked.
CycleCruza :))
Why would you even want a power commander? Let a pro handle your mappings. :)
a lot of injection bikes have a mappable ecu.
How do you feel about adding an HID kit, I know neither of your bikes have them but I was curious as to where you stand, or if you've considered that "mod".
-Thanks in advance!
Imo, stay away from HID kit bs too! I had a HID kit for my 600rr and sent it back after doing some research. Like I said stick with oem as much as you can when it comes to the engine and electrical system.
i think it is better to use hid projector than hid only. the light is better than oem (imho)
I can’t take advice from a guy that just told me he stripped a screw because he “improvised” because he didn’t have the right metric tool.
Seriously?
What app do you use to track your MPG?
You can see on some of CC other posts. I think he uses Fuelly.
Fuelly, it's on my website at cyclecruza.com!
Great! Thank you both.
I use JIS screwdrivers to work on my Japanese motorcycles and cars. Regular Philips head screwdrivers strip Japanese screws.
Good advice. Thanks
Hi I ended up getting a cbr600rr 08 like yours it came with a yoshi exhaust it doesn't have the exhaust servo or butterfly they call could that end up giving problems ? So far is good
old honda's and old bmw's are the most reliable bikes ever, and i ride a harley.
Bill Hill true. I love my 96 CBR600f3
Oh, and the old CB750's still run great too. Just gotta adjust the valves, clean and jet the carbs, and they run like new :)
I have a projector head lamp (angel led)
The look pretty cool and they are leds so consume less power than the stock bulbs nd are brighter
I also have some engine modifications
A k&n air filter an ngk iridium spark plugs a high flow exhaust nd these mods actually increased speed & acceleration mileage nd engine life
These r premium
Wow, you commented on that "poor guy" is having problems w/his bike, yet you didnt bother asking if he/she needed help. 🤔😔
I don't know how its in the us, but here in europe emission standards are really strict. That means bikes come out of the factory mapped really lean. A properly mapped PC is highly recommended and a really reasonable mod for any FI bike.
RsEramies Stock is fine, they shoot that bs in order to sell PC's. lol The most important thing is to keep on the maintenance.
CycleCruza Not bullshit. I imagine its not like this in the states tho, as emissions really don't seem to matter there and manufacturers can jet/map bikes to run healthy. Minarelli 125lc is a engine thats used in many 125 bikes in europe, i had one of these a few years ago. It will clearly show how a lean mixture ruins the cylinder and piston rings in 20-30k km's. They also have systems that run exhaust gases back to the air box to be re-burnt for lower emissions. This goes for pretty much all bikes, some manage it better some worse.
RsEramies Manufacturers have to abide by state emissions guidelines, by law they can't sell a stock bike that won't meet emissions standards, at least here in the USA.
You riding the 600! How old is this video? Looks like it's Autumn not winter, where's the snow??
he started with 600 RR and signing off in fire blade :) it may be an old video still worth watching!
Mallu2030 Yeah, I noticed that haha.
The dude is from ohio, which is locked down by snow during winter months so he probably stocked up on footage.
Yeah... I know how that's like.... Massachusetts Rider here.
Would you recommend buying from a dealer vs private party?
+10thMountainworrior Check out my buying tips video:th-cam.com/video/n4zN-EJHQd0/w-d-xo.html
Cleveland has one redeeming quality: It's beautiful in autumn.
Thanks for the info. I wasnt aware of the power commander having problems. I was only remotely interested, now not at all. Thank you.
Try spraying those stripped screws with wd40 and using some pliers to turn them out works wonders sometimes
thanks for the straight up review. I've used power commanders on my bikes and they've been nothing but trouble. I'm going with a Booster Plug next time.
02:30 Most dealers are offering at least one different / aftermarket exhaust. I would assume that at least those would work without any problems.