130 HP F6B ???
Bagger:
The ECU can be reprogramed for $250 and give great results in increased power / torque.
Check out the tech board at GL1800riders.com. Look for ECU reprogram, and such. Gohl (?) motors does this all the time.
I had my Kawa C16 ECU done. Went to nearly 165 hp on the dyno. You don't need to spend $2K+.
And, my opinion is ... my '14 Valk is pretty quick as it sits. :angel:
Paxton:
"... So how many bikes do you have???"
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jimmyTee;
You got me good on this one! :-[ :laugh: :2funny: :2funny: :2funny: :cooldude:
jimmytee:
Quote from: Bagger on July 10, 2014, 07:29:41 PM
The ECU can be reprogramed for $250 and give great results in increased power / torque.
Check out the tech board at GL1800riders.com. Look for ECU reprogram, and such. Gohl (?) motors does this all the time.
I had my Kawa C16 ECU done. Went to nearly 165 hp on the dyno. You don't need to spend $2K+.
And, my opinion is ... my '14 Valk is pretty quick as it sits. :angel:
I've seen those, and have looked up a couple of re-mappers. I didn't ask about what components they were using, but he did describe programming it . Plus the $2200 is not just for the remapping, it's for a custom exhaust and intake work. I believe he mentioned removing the catalytic converters as part of the process. He also mentioned there was some welding involved in the exhaust work. So, there is a bit more than just plugging up a box. The numbers he was talking about are a big jump from stock. I think stock is like 105-107 hp at the rear wheel. He's claiming over 130 hp at the rear wheel. I have not seen the sheet on the Dyno yet. He said he'd find a copy. They only Dyno'ed the first one they did for a customer's request when they came up with the combination. He said they want to do the same for the new Valkyrie as soon as there are some aftermarket exhaust choices for it.
Here is one pic of the bike I almost test rode.
Needless to say, I was disappointed after he had talked it up. :'( He said they didn't want me to ride it until they had it done. He claimed that without the electronics it would fall on it's face from the intake and exhaust work.
Dave Ritsema:
That’s a believable number. With a re-map, torque loops and some custom welding to remove the CAT and better tuned exhaust all that will run you at least two grand. I see they are also blacked out pipes which I think look pretty cool on the F6B’s as well.
Judging by its color the bike is a 2014 standard model. Just know up front that means no self-cancelling turn signals, center stand, heated grips or passenger backrest. Some of the latter can be added on after the fact. I plan on doing the exhaust and map job also, although at this point I think that will be next year. Will be interested to hear your impressions but even at the stock tune I think the F6B is a great ride.
jimmytee:
Quote from: CA on July 11, 2014, 03:47:58 AM
there are a few known tricks (tire pressure, what gear and rpm WOT is applied, etc. also the wear on the dyno affects) a dyno operator can do to boost the #s, esp since the stealer wants to sell product/services at $2k.
So I sat on this bike when first getting there, and then I was describing to the guy about my experience with test riding the new Valk the day before. That's when he informed me that this bike is not stock and blow that Valk away. He was really enthusiastic about me riding it to see for myself. so was I, ;) In his words, he questioned whether the Dyno numbers were actually conservative, because he swears it has more power than the numbers even say. He mentioned it will easily lift the front wheel and he was cautioning me about being careful in the corners, because it will break the rear end loose really easily if you get on it. Definitely disappointed it wasn't done. The yellow one would not be my choice. He said they could do it to any of them. Of course they'd do it to a Wing if desired as well.
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