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RE: Power commander install - CDN_RIDER_imp - 01-08-2014
(01-07-2014, 09:08 AM)cbdtran_imp Wrote:(01-07-2014, 08:46 AM)CDN_RIDER_imp Wrote: I installed my PCV this past weekend. I found the fuel line the trickiest part. I think this took me a half hour to figure out.
Getting the plugs behind the frame worked for me by threading the connector plugs through at the lowest possible point and then working the cables up to the top of the frame. Under five minutes. Definitely a tight fit though.
I am running the stock oil filter and exhaust (at this point). It may be my imagination, but the the bike feels way more responsive post PCV install. The bottom end feels like far more power then pre PCV.
what is about fuel mileage PCV installed?
what is about fuel mileage PCV installed?
Not sure on fuel economy. I ride my bikes like I stole them so I probably wouldn't give a great comparative to stock, if you ride more conservatively.
RE: Power commander install - GUNFTR_imp - 07-15-2014
(12-23-2013, 06:50 AM)HondaJon_imp Wrote: It took me about an hour to do. The YouTube video Dynojet posted is quite helpful, but little things like figuring out the fuel line disconnect and how to run the two power commander plugs behind the frame (it is super tight) added some time.
Just finished mine on Sunday. Some tips:
First, the fuel pump wire and plug on left side ... Finger nail behind and pull toward you to release latch. Second, fuel line... If you have the two green wings of the locking clip at 3 & 9 o'clock, it pinches and releases easier. Last, putting it back together, the rubber release thingy goes on the fuel outlet a specific way outlined in the shop manual. I can post a pic of the diagram later.
These three things along with routing the wires take the bulk of the time the first time. I could do the whole job the second time in 20-25 minutes I bet. First time was well over an hour.
RE: Power commander install - Pterodactyl_imp - 07-15-2014
(07-15-2014, 08:57 AM)GUNFTR_imp Wrote:(12-23-2013, 06:50 AM)HondaJon_imp Wrote: It took me about an hour to do. The YouTube video Dynojet posted is quite helpful, but little things like figuring out the fuel line disconnect and how to run the two power commander plugs behind the frame (it is super tight) added some time.
Just finished mine on Sunday. Some tips:
First, the fuel pump wire and plug on left side ... Finger nail behind and pull toward you to release latch. Second, fuel line... If you have the two green wings of the locking clip at 3 & 9 o'clock, it pinches and releases easier. Last, putting it back together, the rubber release thingy goes on the fuel outlet a specific way outlined in the shop manual. I can post a pic of the diagram later.
These three things along with routing the wires take the bulk of the time the first time. I could do the whole job the second time in 20-25 minutes I bet. First time was well over an hour.
Mate, I sympathise. There's a lot of things in life that you know how to do after you've done them. I've posted that a couple of times in this forum.
I suspect PCV will be my next mod. Just need an authorisation from the Head of Finance (bless Her).
Cheers and let us know what you think.
Cheers
RE: Power commander install - VTR1000F_imp - 07-15-2014
I managed to push the wiring loom and connectors somehow under upper frame tube and it made a nice clean install. Pterodactyl - just go for it I think you will be happy with result. I think the "stock PCV map" is a huge improvement over leans tock honda map.
I´m going to install my freshly arrived dual Moriwaki exhaust this night so dyno session is on order.
RE: Power commander install - Cormanus - 07-15-2014
VTR1000F, with respect, please do not underestimate the retaliatory capacity of Australian Heads of Finance when their subordinates "just go for it." It could be very ugly for Pterodactyl. We don't want that. Do we?
RE: Power commander install - redbirds_imp - 07-16-2014
Have not as yet removed the tank but the factory manual suggests disconnecting power to the fuel pump and starting the bike to run out the fuel trapped in the line. Removing the fuel line on my Guzzi was next to impossible without doing this first.
RE: Power commander install - Deanohh_imp - 07-16-2014
(07-16-2014, 03:54 AM)redbirds_imp Wrote: Have not as yet removed the tank but the factory manual suggests disconnecting power to the fuel pump and starting the bike to run out the fuel trapped in the line. Removing the fuel line on my Guzzi was next to impossible without doing this first.
when I tried that it wouldn't start. Probably relieved pressure I guess.