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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 08:01 AM
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I ride a lot of 2 up and am looking to get more omph out of my 2010 EGC with no engine mods other than Rush 1.5 slip ons. I am happy with the power when riding solo, however it seems to lack power when 2 up.

The dealer says do a big bore stage 2 and mentioned a download. He was pretty much speaking Chinese as I have extreme limited wrench knowledge. Can someone who understand wrenchese tell me if this will do what I want and a basic idea of what they are going to do?

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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 08:21 AM
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To really get anything out of the slip-ons, you really need a free flowing air breather and an EFI tuner. The factory downloads are not worth the money, it will still run to lean which will rob power and run hot.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 08:27 AM
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A free flow air filter is good but you need a header pipe also to get rid of the cat. With a good tuner, exhaust, header pipe and air flow you can get at least 10 HP and that is a big boost from where its at now.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 11:05 AM
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Originally Posted by remike
I ride a lot of 2 up and am looking to get more omph out of my 2010 EGC with no engine mods other than Rush 1.5 slip ons. I am happy with the power when riding solo, however it seems to lack power when 2 up.

The dealer says do a big bore stage 2 and mentioned a download. He was pretty much speaking Chinese as I have extreme limited wrench knowledge. Can someone who understand wrenchese tell me if this will do what I want and a basic idea of what they are going to do?

Thanks.
If looking for more low-mid range pop, have your dealer install a set of Andrews 26's.
Scott
 
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 05:16 PM
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Hey,
I'm sure a reputable V-twin shop could put together a potent build...Apples and oranges, but get some Rock Solid Quotes and good references....
It's all about smiles and miles #1.

Cheers!
 
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