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Old Mar 28, 2014 | 04:41 PM
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I'm currently running a PC3 on my Heritage and it runs great. Will I notice any significant difference in engine performance if I upgrade to the 5?
 
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Old Mar 28, 2014 | 07:08 PM
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No.

In anything but a really angry modified engine IMHO the III does it well. In fact in street riding the V gives up a nice feature...map comparison...which can be overcome by creating spreadsheets outside the software. Too bad. On a day to day ride the only real upgrade is the V does not need the 9 volt battery connection as it powers through the USB so hookup is neater and faster. Yes, it does expand on III features and details...but, no is still my answer
 
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Old Mar 28, 2014 | 07:23 PM
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They are for different year bikes. The higher numbers are most likely due to the bigger engine.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2014 | 02:50 AM
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If you have fuel injection and 02 sensors you can add the autotune to the PCV.
 
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