How do I install power commander?
How to… fit a power commander
- Position the commander. Find somewhere protected from rain and engine heat to mount the power commander.
- Connect to the battery. The power commander has one black 12v connector, which goes onto the black negative battery terminal.
- Connect to the injectors.
- Check and start the bike.
Where does a Power Commander go?
electronic control unit
The Power Commander itself is small and plugs directly into the bike’s electronic control unit (ECU) and generally requires absolutely no additional modifications, thus making it a very simple solution for that additional desired performance.
How much does it cost to install Power Commander?
Cost here is about $300 depending on where I get it. Shop: My local shop says they will install and set the bike up on their dyno for $550+tax.
Will any Power Commander fit my bike?
No. The connectors are different for each injection system on each bike. In theory you can snip the old connectors off and wire up new ones.
Does a Power Commander use more fuel?
A Power Commander will help you adjust the fuelling to not only crisp up the throttle response but also make the most of this improved intake and expulsion rate, to add in more fuel and air and help the engine produce more power and torque.
What does a Power Commander 5 do?
Power Commander V The PCV allows you to plug and play and adjust fuelling with preset or custom maps, which can be downloaded onto the device. It can be programmed to work with a quick shifter, you can auto-tune or add in two maps, one for fuel economy and one for outright performance.
What is power commander for motorcycle?
What is a Power Commander? The Power Commander is a fuel injection and, on some models, an ignition timing adjustment unit that plugs ‘inline’ with the bike’s stock ECU (Electronic Control Unit). Changes are made to the bike’s fuel and ignition curves via the Power Commander’s onboard microprocessor.
Do I really need a Power Commander?
The quick and easy answer to the question is “no.” You don’t “need” to do anything with your bike. In the case of adding a Power Commander with a full aftermarket exhaust, it is possible to get by without one. For many riders, an exhaust change with no Power Commander can lead to a loss of usable power.