Install time on PCIII???
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RE: Install time on PCIII???
ORIGINAL: LBussy
A textbook example of someone waiting to hear the answer they want to hear.
A textbook example of someone waiting to hear the answer they want to hear.
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RE: Install time on PCIII???
ORIGINAL: LBussy
A textbook example of someone waiting to hear the answer they want to hear.
A textbook example of someone waiting to hear the answer they want to hear.
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RE: Install time on PCIII???
(1) warm the bike up thoroughly (take a 10-mile ride)
(2) attach the computer to PCIII via USB cable
(3) attach 9V battery adapter
(4) Turn on ignition but do not start bike
(5) open PC software
(6) click on Power Commander Tools menu tab
(7) click on Set Throttle Position
(8) click on Reset
(9) Open throttle all the way, hold for a few seconds
(10) Turn off ignition, close PC software, disconnect 9V adapter and USB cable, and replace side cover and saddlebag.
(2) attach the computer to PCIII via USB cable
(3) attach 9V battery adapter
(4) Turn on ignition but do not start bike
(5) open PC software
(6) click on Power Commander Tools menu tab
(7) click on Set Throttle Position
(8) click on Reset
(9) Open throttle all the way, hold for a few seconds
(10) Turn off ignition, close PC software, disconnect 9V adapter and USB cable, and replace side cover and saddlebag.
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RE: Install time on PCIII???
ORIGINAL: ianchris1
As much as I appreciate the help, what is with the smart answer? I don't want to hear anything. Just wanted an answer. And FYI... I called the company to ask them about this and the guy I talked to said that the maps will get you 95% of the way there and the Dyno is just to get that extra little bit dialed in. He said for someone like me who just wants it coolerand toadjust for the pipes, there is no reason at all to Dyno. He said I should save the money and just do the map. Thanks though. I know I am new, but there isn't a need to act like that... A "textbook example" of a know it all...
ORIGINAL: LBussy
A textbook example of someone waiting to hear the answer they want to hear.
A textbook example of someone waiting to hear the answer they want to hear.
If you're happy with the way it runs and get descent fuel mileage I wouldn' be too concerned.
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RE: Install time on PCIII???
I've been thinking about getting the dyno done, but the local stealer wants 6 to 8 hours labor for the job. That seems ridiculous. How much have you guys paid for the dyno? Anybody know of a decent shop around Columbus Ohio? I am not pleased with either of the local dealers here.
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From: MA
RE: Install time on PCIII???
iclick, what is this 9V battery adapter for? Does it come with the PCIII?
ORIGINAL: iclick
Maybe 30 minutes for installation and TP settings, not including engine warm-up time. It's a matter of removing the right saddlebag and side cover (1 min.), plugging in the PCIII (1 min.), then strapping the PCIII on top the ECM with wire ties (max 10 min.), then another few minutes to rearrange all the wiring neatly under the side cover using more wire ties.
Add another 10 min. (once bike is warmed up) to perform your throttle-position settings (0% and 100%) using a computer connected to the PCIII. The best method for this is to...
(1) warm the bike up thoroughly (take a 10-mile ride)
(2) attach the computer to PCIII via USB cable
(3) attach 9V battery adapter
(4) Turn on ignition but do not start bike
(5) open PC software
(6) click on Power Commander Tools menu tab
(7) click on Set Throttle Position
(8) click on Reset
(9) Open throttle all the way, hold for a few seconds
(10) Turn off ignition, close PC software, disconnect 9V adapter and USB cable, and replace side cover and saddlebag.
I have never been able to get a good 100% TP setting while the engine is running because you can only blip the throttle very briefly. It needs a few seconds to set properly and using the 9V battery and turning the ignition on it'll work properly the first time.
ORIGINAL: ianchris1
Hello everyone,
Just wondering what is the usual install time for the Power Commander? Just to install the unit, no dyno. I have been quoted 3 different times ranging from 30 minutes to 4 hours. I am confused! Also, where is it installed on the bike? Bike is '07 RKC. Thanks.
Hello everyone,
Just wondering what is the usual install time for the Power Commander? Just to install the unit, no dyno. I have been quoted 3 different times ranging from 30 minutes to 4 hours. I am confused! Also, where is it installed on the bike? Bike is '07 RKC. Thanks.
Add another 10 min. (once bike is warmed up) to perform your throttle-position settings (0% and 100%) using a computer connected to the PCIII. The best method for this is to...
(1) warm the bike up thoroughly (take a 10-mile ride)
(2) attach the computer to PCIII via USB cable
(3) attach 9V battery adapter
(4) Turn on ignition but do not start bike
(5) open PC software
(6) click on Power Commander Tools menu tab
(7) click on Set Throttle Position
(8) click on Reset
(9) Open throttle all the way, hold for a few seconds
(10) Turn off ignition, close PC software, disconnect 9V adapter and USB cable, and replace side cover and saddlebag.
I have never been able to get a good 100% TP setting while the engine is running because you can only blip the throttle very briefly. It needs a few seconds to set properly and using the 9V battery and turning the ignition on it'll work properly the first time.
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RE: Install time on PCIII???
The 9V battery adapter allows you to power up the PC III without having to turn the bike on. There are some things, like loading a firmware upgrade, that shouldn't be done with the bike running. The adaptor comes with the PC III (or at least it did with mine) but you have to buy the 9v battery.
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From: MA
RE: Install time on PCIII???
Cool, thanks for the reply.
ORIGINAL: RDM
The 9V battery adapter allows you to power up the PC III without having to turn the bike on. There are some things, like loading a firmware upgrade, that shouldn't be done with the bike running. The adaptor comes with the PC III (or at least it did with mine) but you have to buy the 9v battery.
The 9V battery adapter allows you to power up the PC III without having to turn the bike on. There are some things, like loading a firmware upgrade, that shouldn't be done with the bike running. The adaptor comes with the PC III (or at least it did with mine) but you have to buy the 9v battery.
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RE: Install time on PCIII???
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RE: Install time on PCIII???
ORIGINAL: Crusher
Sad when a roadmaster thinks he's more important becuase he is here longer or has a higher post count. Not funny, just sad.
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