tlurban
I too have just fitted the Tmax, I'm not a tech type either, I just read the manual a couple of times then got stuck in! took me an afternoon as I had a starting problem after install, but easily resolved using the full manual and the troubleshooting pages.(in the end it was a wrong setting that i had to change)
I was dreading the computer bit but it was very straightforward to do (I ended up doing it half a dozen times due to my error! so now I can do it easily.
I used an open end standard 7/16 spanner to remove the O2 sensors but a crows foot would make it easier.
Oh I also fitted a Big Sucker air kit the same time and played around with my active exhaust butterfly (My bike is an international model) so it can easily be done.

 

Although I like the idea of the TV-II I just couldn't bring myself to get something like that and trust my whatever-they-cost engine to it. I have to know what's going on and I can't find one damn thing about that unit which describes its functionality. At least not from the manufacturer. Whenever somebody sells a "magic pill" and relies only that much information, "it's magic", I tend to shy away from them.

 

I installed a tmax with autotune about 3 weeks ago. Pretty straight forward. I wish I had put it on whenI got the bike new.( 07 Streetglide). You asked why you need to call Tmax? Well, for me I figured I got a $20,000 bike here, and I'm fooling the the entire computer system that pretty much controls everything. Yes, I think everything is ok but I would feel better if someone went thru the initial start up with me and check out. So I got Pete on the Phone from Zippers. He walked me thru the entire sequence in about 20 minutes over the phone. He was great. I told him I'd never done this before and he said he gets these calls all the time, don't worry about it and don't hesitate to call with questions. Anyway the bike started right up and idled smoother imeadiatley. I put on a big sucker air cleaner with the Thundermax. Since I added a fat cat 2 into 1 exhaust. I had to load a new map that they already had. I did that myself this time around. In my opinion the Tmax makes the bike run the way it should.
I would highly recommend the Tmax to anyone with an 07, its that much better that the stock ecm and program. I have never had anything else so I can't comment on the others. As far as mileage goes I was getting about 42mpg in stock form. I'm getting around 35 to 38 with the Tmax, big sucker and Fatcat. Before the fat cat I started to play with the map by leaning out the AFR in the cruising RPM/Throttle positions and it appeared to be helping. Before I really knew if it was or not the fatcat came in and I loaded the new map. I really don't know where I'm at milage wise yet. Onething for sure , it's a whole lot more fun to ride and I find myself twisting the throttle alot more so I'm sure thats effecting the mileage. The other thing to consider is everyone says the bikes are set up to lean from the factory so the Tmax richens up the mixture. I don't see how I'm going to get better mileage if thats the case unless I really lean it back out and that seems to me like it's deafeating the purpose in the first place.
If I wanted 50mpg I'd have bought a Prius. I bought this bike to have fun and the Tmax definatley added to the fun factor as far as I'm concerned. My only regret is I should have done it 9,000 miles ago.

 

Put the TMAX on mine right after the 1000 mile checkup (wanted the dealer to eyeball my bike for any obvious "new bike" problems, will do the rest of the services myself). Only have 3000 miles on it now, but can honestly say it has been a perfect plug and play fit. The bike runs GREAT, I can see what happens through monitored runs, the only catch was that it was pretty expensive. I'm pretty **** about researching things like this before I plunk down hard earned money, and this one made sense for me. Only did the Stage 1 so far (Fatcats/ Big Sucker), but if I want to add anything else, I'm completely confident that the TMAX will handle the change and make it run like it should. It was mentioned that several people have had to swap faulty units out, but from what I have heard it usually is a painless process, don't recall of hearing about anyone having problems doing that. From the number of people who use the unit, to the number of people that have had problems, the ratio is very small. It really was an easy install, I was nervous as hell about doing it because of the ramifications of anything going wrong, but they were for nothing. Started right up, ran great, no issues other than the fact I really enjoy twisting it more now and smile much more.

You're doing the right thing, research it thoroughly so you don't have the "wish I had of gone the other way" syndrome sitting in the back of your mind. I've only played with the TMAX, so can't offer you any insights into the other systems. Even though I know I could have purchased a system several hundred dollars cheaper, no regrets at all in what I have. I know several things now 1). My bike runs much better than stock 2). My bike is much cooler now than stock. Used to cook my nuts in the summer when I first bought it, that can't be good for an engine over the long run. My plugs look great, the fun factor is off the scale, win/win for me!

 

The decision has been made "Tmax" it is. Thanks to all involved and can I say "job well done". I am very pleased w/ the response, insight, and respectthat was given to the question. This is a professional forum.I am very confortable with my decision. Notify me back if you want to know howI like it, give methen atleast 3 weeks to respond back.

[baldjohnny] You're doing the right thing, research it thoroughly so you don't have the "wish I had of gone the other way" syndrome sitting in the back of your mind. I've only played with the TMAX, so can't offer you any insights into the other systems. Even though I know I could have purchased a system several hundred dollars cheaper, no regrets at all in what I have. I know several things now 1). My bike runs much better than stock 2). My bike is much cooler now than stock. Used to cook my nuts in the summer when I first bought it, that can't be good for an engine over the long run. My plugs look great, the fun factor is off the scale, win/win for me!

[bdavis385] By the way shooter64, a member of this forum sells both for a total of $685 (This came from ? Tmax ECM/auto tune $900.00 or...)

 

"If I wanted 50mpg I'd have bought a Prius"

 

Sorry, just noticed your post.
Fuel mileage - better by about 2-3MPG, but I am replacing the stock head pipes tomorrow with V&H dresser duals. That "T" in the back cylinder pipe can't be good.
Why did you need to contact Tmax? - I had a bad unit, check my post
Is your bike/rideabilitystock (meaning no major work)? - Just A/C, V&H oval slipons, TMAT
What year is your bike? - 2007

 

Cruiser, You have convinced me. I am sure this is what I am looking for. I am just going for exhaust and a/c changes. I really just want to install and "forget". Thanks for your replies.

 

Dave,
Did you notice any drop in temperature your engine gives off after you installed the TVII?
Thanks,
RC

 

Stock my engine definitely ran hot, and I had a slow speed surge. Both problems cleared up with the XIED.