I got the stage one installed from harley when i installed new headpipes/mufflers. if i install a new air cleaner do i need to get it retuned? thanks in advance.

 

I would say no. As long as its not popping and your header is not glowing. LOL Pay attention to see if your gas mileage changes significantly either way.

 

The dealership says yes, but there are cheaper and better alternatives. Check Fuel Moto and any local v-twin shop. They normally have some kind of fuel management software and/or part that'll work with you stage 1 and other mods you might do later.

 

Kinda new here, but was explained to me changing the mufflers- NO. Changing air cleaner- "Maybe". Just watch your plugs. They tell everything. Check once a month or so and a couple months in a row okay- don't worry about it. If you have lots of popping on decel..that's good indication of needing some adjustment. Hope that helps..

Postman
2011 FLHTK
Leesburg, FL

 

The way I read the original post is that he already has a stage 1 and wants to know if he installs another air cleaner. If that is the case no you are good to go. Harleys stage 1 down load says it is for the standard se air cleaner and the heavy breather so there is going to be little difference between any of the air cleaner set ups short of not running any at all.

 

mtclassic has me seconded guessing my first answer. The answer I recieved from the dealer is, "Whenever you mess with the air/fuel mixture, you have to re-map." If you're just changing from an old to new paper air cleaner you'll be fine.

 

Many dealers will say you don't need the download...many will say you do...run without the download and if no pinging and no popping on decel...you are good to go. Check plugs for piece of mind. Then ride.

 

If you go back to the dealer for a "Stage One" remap all they are going to do is pull out the remap and stick it back in. There are no variables to adjust on those generic units. If you had a Power Comander or SERT you can go in with your laptop and mess all kinds of stuff up! LOL

 

Agree with others, if you already have the stage 1 download, it doesn't need a retune.

 

Are you replacing the filter with the same kind?


If so...................why?



Stage I filters are washable...... take it to the kitchen sink, dish soap, soft brush, and go to town on it. Rinse well, and let it air dry overnight. Or blow it out with a compressor.


I wash mine every 10,000 miles.