ECU Flash rev limiter etc

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I have followed this Thread closely. Please allow me to contribute:

The legality of ECU flashing is quite clear in the United States: it is up to local municipality or state governments to set standards that govern environmental matters and enforce them. It is permissible in most states to flash an ECU provided that the “flashed” motorcycle can pass whatever emission standards that have been set for that State.  Some States test yearly while others do not.

In the EU, altering a motorcycle's emissions in any way makes it illegal for road use.

A Google search can easily answer the questions about any other country or municipality that interests you.

To answer the question about is it okay discuss ECU flashing on this Forum, please see the Forum’s Code of Conduct Section. The standards are clear and well articulated. In my assessment, most of this Thread meets those standards, which is why it has not been deleted.  Also, I have tremendous respect for every Member which has created a Post on this Thread. Tremendous respect. And I believe I have had a private exchange with each of you which I found rewarding. I am advocate for Free Speech on this Forum provided that it falls within the published guidelines.

As I have shared before,  I see myself as a caretaker or steward of this Forum. I focus my time and resources on keeping the platform stable, secure, and capable of providing an online presence where owners of CB1100 motorcycles can exchange ideals, share experiences, and hopefully develop personal relationships.

I became concerned when the subject of this Thread shifted from ECU flashing to an open discussion of Copyright Law and criticism of Honda America’s handling of what they perceive to be an infringement of the their intellectual property. My concerns are threefold:

1. I alone bear the legal responsibility of anything that happens on this Forum. If a cease-and-desist letter is issued, it will have my name on it. If a lawsuit is filed claiming defamation or a government agency opts to pursue legal remedies to stop an illegal activity, I will be served.

2. I own a business and also am an owner of proprietary software. I rely on and respect intellectual property laws. I also hold a Security Clearance which is required for my business to operate. If I lose that clearance, four generations in my family will suffer. My Security Clearance is placed at risk if anything I do, or anything I am associated with, is called into question.

3. I do not want to be a “Big Borther” that requires all Forum Members’ content to agree with my views of what is appropriate. The vast majority of the content on this Forum I embrace. There are some instances which I find questionable. But that is the nature of all communities and I believe content and opinion diversity are what make things vibrant. I have no inclination whatsoever to change my views or require anyone to mirror my perspective.

Truth be told, I am not as interesting or insightful as most of you!

If you feel so inclined, that is what I ask you to do:

1. You can discuss ECU flashing on this Forum as long as it complies with the Code of Conduct which governs both content and behavior.

2. I would strongly prefer that we avoid intellectual property discussions or those involving legal matters.

3. If anyone wants to promote a product or service, do so in the section of the Forum dedicated to those offers and take full accountability for the potential consquences of any product or service rendered.


I have left the Thread unaltered. However, Cormanus has the final say on editorial matters.

Please consider my input as we explore other topics. There is enough common ground and great stuff to explore. I would hope we could avoid any topics that places this Forum, or me, in the crosshairs. Enjoy your weekend. David