power commander or not?

[bossdoc83]

So I've got a 2005 FZ6 that's stock except for a Two Brother's slip-on exhaust. After putting the exhaust on I had a huge difference in all ranges to include a higher top speed (142 vs. 155). Is it worth it to get a power commander? Are the gains substantial enough for a noticeable difference?

[Davop]

I was told by an experienced moto mechanic that the Poower Comander was not a good idea to use for an exhaust upgrade. That they cause stalling problems.

[OneTrack]

With all due respect, your experienced moto mechanic is talking rubbish. A Power Commander will not "cause stalling problems" at all. What a Power Commander does is introduce a new MAP to the Engine Management System that basically richens up the mixture (at least in N. America) right across the rev range at all throttle openings to give a bit more power and smooth out the performance. My FZ6 has a bit more torque at lower rpm's, and definitely has more scoot at higher rpm's. No stalling problems at all. Fuel consumption increases marginally.
You won't regret installing a Power Commander.

[bossdoc83]

I got a power commander on the way. Im excited to get it! Should be here in about 2 or days and I paid $293 w/shipping. I will get back to you guys on how it goes. Thanks for the replies!

[Avalon786]

Originally Posted by bossdoc83

I got a power commander on the way. Im excited to get it! Should be here in about 2 or days and I paid $293 w/shipping. I will get back to you guys on how it goes. Thanks for the replies!

Please do let us know if it fix's your little issues
Where did you buy it from?

[Davop]

Originally Posted by OneTrack

With all due respect, your experienced moto mechanic is talking rubbish. A Power Commander will not "cause stalling problems" at all. What a Power Commander does is introduce a new MAP to the Engine Management System that basically richens up the mixture (at least in N. America) right across the rev range at all throttle openings to give a bit more power and smooth out the performance. My FZ6 has a bit more torque at lower rpm's, and definitely has more scoot at higher rpm's. No stalling problems at all. Fuel consumption increases marginally.
You won't regret installing a Power Commander.

I guess that mechanic with 8yrs experience doesn't have your knowledge.

[Avalon786]

Originally Posted by Davop

I guess that mechanic with 8yrs experience doesn't have your knowledge.

I have to go with OneTrack on this one as a PC is there to help the problems such as idle and smoothness. Now i'm also sure that if used incorrectly the PC can create its fair share of issues, you have to make sure you have the correct map downloaded for the specific issue you have (such as specific aftermarket exhausts have their own maps)...

[VEGASRIDER]

Originally Posted by bossdoc83

So I've got a 2005 FZ6 that's stock except for a Two Brother's slip-on exhaust. After putting the exhaust on I had a huge difference in all ranges to include a higher top speed (142 vs. 155). Is it worth it to get a power commander? Are the gains substantial enough for a noticeable difference?

Are you noticing any popping on the downside after installing the pipes. After putting my Remus aftermarket slip ons, my bike is popping which means it's running lean. Not getting the right fuel mixture because my bike was originally tuned for the stock exhaust. That's what the powercommander is used for, to get your bike in sync with the new exhaust. If anything, I'm doing more harm than good running without one. Not sure why Davop's mechanic came with that conclusion.

[bossdoc83]

Originally Posted by VEGASRIDER

Are you noticing any popping on the downside after installing the pipes.

The only thing I've noticed is I will get a crackling when I decelerate in gear (which makes me smile cause it's sounds good), other than than I haven't had any popping

I ordered the PC from More Power Racing - More Power Racing (yes only one "R") and they just called saying it should be in this Friday so I should be able to tear into it this weekend.

[Boneman]

Originally Posted by bossdoc83

The only thing I've noticed is I will get a crackling when I decelerate in gear (which makes me smile cause it's sounds good), other than than I haven't had any popping

I ordered the PC from More Power Racing - More Power Racing (yes only one "R") and they just called saying it should be in this Friday so I should be able to tear into it this weekend.

Lol that popping while decel will happen even with your PC!! And it is cool so I wouldn't want to get rid of it anyway!

For the 100th time, YOU DON'T NEED A PC III IF YOU ARE JUST PUTTING ON CANS!!! I've had my Two Bros cans on since Feb and put over 2,500km on the bike WITHOUT a PCIII and the bike runs just fine. If it's a little lean, oh well. It's not that big a deal.

You don't need one. Save your $300 for other mods/parts!