breakin miles & unleashed ECU
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Re: breakin miles & unleashed ECU
The 4000 mile (and more) "breakin" referred to by most of us does not actually mean what "breakin" normally does. No reason to drive the bike any differently than you will its entire lifetime. And, for that matter, no reason to delay getting the flash done.
But it might be good to put a few miles on it, as it is, so you can really appreciate the vast improvement of the reflash.
Congrats!
The 4000 mile (and more) "breakin" referred to by most of us does not actually mean what "breakin" normally does. No reason to drive the bike any differently than you will its entire lifetime. And, for that matter, no reason to delay getting the flash done.
But it might be good to put a few miles on it, as it is, so you can really appreciate the vast improvement of the reflash.
Congrats!
escapefjrtist
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No reason at all to delay the re-flash. The engine will continue to loosen up and run better as the (s)miles accumulate...you'll be pleasantly surprised with the improvement.
Good luck!
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Good luck!
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Ride it like you stole it. No worries for delaying the flash. These engines are bulletproof.
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Random ride
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I reflashed my 2013 with just over 500 miles on her. I changed the oil and had avc8130 do the reflash. No ill effects from the flash.
Luna
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I have a 2012 S10 with 1700 miles and live in SE Iowa where would I take my bike to get the ECU flashed?
TheHelios
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http://ecunleashed.com/find-a-dealer/Luna said:
That's for ECU Unleashed. The other options are to send the ECU to someone.
Spank it like you would spank a ginger stepson ::014::
triman11427
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No worries. Just because its flashed doesn't change a thing. Ive always considered my bikes broken in after the first oil change. Thats just me. The bike loosens up as you tack on the miles. The only problem I see is that you'll be much more tempted to rip around given the performance improvements. Just try and be somewhat conservative for the first 10 seconds after the flash. Thats about how long I lasted before I was giving myself a whiplash ::013:: Just have fun with the bike. It really is bullet proof.
I was anxious to get the reflash done before the decent weather starts. Thinking I would not want the bike down in the summer for a week. But I usually have at least 3 bikes in the garage. I have only got to put 100 miles on it due to work and weather. Thinking I will likely send mine to our resident Flasher ACV8130. In reading reviews it appears there are many options on the custom reflash. Now I think I may need more time on the bike to help with the correct flash tuning. Didn't you guys have more miles on your bike to help decide on your tuning?
EricV
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Just an off the cuff question, if you only have 100 miles of riding the bike, what prompts you to be interested in having the flash done?
If you tend to use large throttle movements, you will notice a difference, mainly in the first three gears and under 5k rpm. If you don't normally ride that way, some have said there isn't as noticeable a difference.
If you tend to use large throttle movements, you will notice a difference, mainly in the first three gears and under 5k rpm. If you don't normally ride that way, some have said there isn't as noticeable a difference.
well I am relying mostly on reviews on this site. I only saw one comment regarding reflash that stated no noticeable difference. All replies rave about performance gains. Some comment on it being a. Completely different bike. If I do wick it up (spirited riding) it is likely in first 3 gears. I usually don't leave any of my bikes stock, but thats just me.EricV said:
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Not saying a flash is good or bad. I have not done it on my bike. The restrictions being released are not really a performance gain, it's simply letting you do what you want, spin the tires or more easily loft the front wheel, etc. It will require more user control to avoid simply kicking in Traction Control, (unless you have it turned off, which is a trend among some of the flashed bikes), or spinning the tire with TCS off. You shouldn't have any problem getting used to the change. You may find it more challenging, (or more fun), to ride in the dirt in the lower gears, simply depending on your experience.Rethy said:
SilverBullet
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Not exactly. He was comparing his non flashed bike with a flashed bike. There is always a pretty good variance between bikes. Who knows what his bike would be like flashed? I'm sure it wouldn't be the same. But his review was still applicable showing that his bike didn't require a flash because he was already satisified with the fueling. Coming from a V-Strom 650 I thought this would be the case for myself also. But ironically the V-Strom fueling is much smoother so even not needing more power out of my S10 I will still get it flashed soon to smooth out fuel delivery.Rethy said:
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I had a carbed sv650 that had fantastic fueling. One of the sweetest motors I've ever ridden. Bike had a huge grin factor for hooliganing around on.
richarddacat
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I ran across an article a few years back about the break-in procedure on a new engine.Derekj said:
From what I remember, before the factory turns one loose the engine is held near red-line for a short period. Whatever we do them would be minor in comparison.
Of course everything you read on the internet is true C
but the old school procedure was to never get it too hot and allow short cooling "tempering" periods, vary the rpms throughout the ranges and be easier on the tranny than the engine. The other thing is to wind it up through the gears and shut the throttle off and let it drag to a slow speed and never lug it. This back pressure rushes cool air over the valves and helps seat the rings, so I remember.
I haven't had a new bike in a long time and don't know what the manufacture recommends but I'm sure they would rather you baby it at least for the first 600 as advised by their lawyers.
I think I'll do it as I mention, warranties have a purpose you know. ;D
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