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    Local ECU Tuning / ECU options

    I have a 2013 BMW S1000RR. I am getting a full Akrapovic Exhaust for it and that'll be the extent of my upgrades for increasing hp. Honestly, I am just getting rid of the stock exhaust to save weight and be able to fit race fairings on the bike. The catalytic converter is the size of a bread box and prevents you from mounting a full legal belly pan on the bike.

    I am not looking for a tune that will push the bike to the razor thin edge of absolute hp/tq. I am fine with keeping it conservative and safe because I will still be using the bike for long distance rides.
    I am not sure if the stock Bosch ECU is capable of adapting its self to the increase in volumetric efficiency with the new exhaust and get it back in line with the stock fuel trim settings. Anyone on here know? I've had no luck on the S1KRR forums.
    If the stock ECU is not capable of keeping it self from being too lean or rich then what are the best options for tuning? A piggy back system, ecu flash, handheld flash equipment?
    Who in Colorado should I trust to tune my bike?
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    Re: Local ECU Tuning / ECU options

    I would also recommend quikcycles....he did mine.

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    Re: Local ECU Tuning / ECU options

    Another vote for Mike at quick cycles. Also, fwiw, the armour bodies race plastics allow you to use the stock exhaust.
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    Re: Local ECU Tuning / ECU options

    Quote Originally Posted by Matrix View Post
    Another vote for Mike at quick cycles. Also, fwiw, the armour bodies race plastics allow you to use the stock exhaust.
    From woodcrafts site:
    "Racers Note: The stock exhaust design makes it impossible to make a race legal lower. We designed this kit for track day riders that want a full set of bodywork. Anyone racing this motorcycle MUST purchase the bodywork kit for the full race exhaust to be legal."

    I plan on jumping back in to some real races so I need to commit to a legal catch all belly pan.
    2013 BMW S1000RR
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    1987 buick grand national
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    Re: Local ECU Tuning / ECU options

    Quote Originally Posted by GNGSXR View Post
    From woodcrafts site:
    "Racers Note: The stock exhaust design makes it impossible to make a race legal lower. We designed this kit for track day riders that want a full set of bodywork. Anyone racing this motorcycle MUST purchase the bodywork kit for the full race exhaust to be legal."

    I plan on jumping back in to some real races so I need to commit to a legal catch all belly pan.
    Good catch! Must have been some complaints about how little the stock version covered.
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    Re: Local ECU Tuning / ECU options

    Quote Originally Posted by Matrix View Post
    Good catch! Must have been some complaints about how little the stock version covered.
    Im almost certain the armour bodies bodywork for stock exhaust doesnt even form a closed belly pan due to the stock catalytic converter.
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    Re: Local ECU Tuning / ECU options

    I can't add much, except that the BMW forums are almost entertaining they're so useless. I think the thread about how to change oil was the best. I think it's like 14 pages now.

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