I've never used a tuner before though, don't want to mis-tune it.
It's pretty much fool proof, plus you can always call tech support. The dealer "upgrade" tune is very limited, virtually useless. Plus, you can learn about your bike's tuning parameters so you understand what is happening. You can always ask questions here, lot's of owners have FP3's installed.
It's pretty much fool proof, plus you can always call tech support. The dealer "upgrade" tune is very limited, virtually useless. Plus, you can learn about your bike's tuning parameters so you understand what is happening. You can always ask questions here, lot's of owners have FP3's installed.
John
By useless, what do you mean? Would they be able to take care of the Decel popping ?
It's limited if you decide to do any other upgrades. Dealerships are limited to maintaining EPA standards. Depending on where you live, you can get better performance by using a custom tuner. CA is the only state where you may have issues purchasing a tuner that can exceed EPA standards. IDK, I have a carburetor on my '91.
John
Last edited by John Harper; 06-23-2019 at 09:08 AM.
I have those pipes on my Sporty, it does the same thing after tuner. I put quiet baffles in to increase back pressure, no help, the right tune guy could fix it but here in Cali everybody's scared of the EPA
I doubt a Harley tune is $100 anymore, they'll sell you their tuner for sure. If you're not going to do anymore upgrades ie: Stage 2, 3, etc. Just take it in, have them tune it, and be done with it. At least you put the responsibility on them for the popping. And yes, FP3 is easy, if you're nervous, do as I suggested.
I have those pipes on my Sporty, it does the same thing after tuner. I put quiet baffles in to increase back pressure, no help, the right tune guy could fix it but here in Cali everybody's scared of the EPA
How long have you had them? Any engine issues? Any damage internally? If there won't be any damage, I will keep them how they are because it does sound nice.... Just worried about damage. I'd like to hear more from you.
I have a 2017 Sportster 1200 Custom XL. I recently purchased a Cobra slip-on exhaust from Harley Davidson; switching from stock exhaust to the new ones. After installing it, I rode the bike around for a while and kept noticing a popping/crackling noise every time I would decelerate. Not necessarily when I would apply the breaks, more-so when I let the engine decelerate on its own. It sounds kind of cool however it does raise questions about engine damage and if I should go get it looked at.
Disclaimer: This is my first HD and the first motorcycle that I have changed the exhaust on. Please keep the comments nice as I'm only looking for answers.
Thanks in advance!
I like the looks of your bike! I have a similar one, but with mag wheels. I used a Dynojet Power Vision to cure my lean running engine. Kinda intimidating at first, but after you learn how to use it, it becomes easy to do. From what I've gathered, your popping will not cause engine damage. I understand your concern for not harming your engine, so, its your call. If you like the dealership, you can see what they want to sell you to cure your popping. Riders on this forum will chime in with their advice. Good luck!
How long have you had them? Any engine issues? Any damage internally? If there won't be any damage, I will keep them how they are because it does sound nice.... Just worried about damage. I'd like to hear more from you.
No damage, it's just a sign it's not perfect. A couple of pops decelerating, not extensive, runs good otherwise, lots of low end torque. 1200 tho. A dyno tune would be the best
If you have the $ for a FP3 why not?
It is basically plug and play, if you can read and use a cell phone.
In other words it doesn't get much easier than this.
By the way, nice looking bike.
06-23-2019, 08:30 AM
