Does ECO Mode do anything besides indicate shift points?

[JoeCPA]

Does being in "Eco Mode" do anything other than indicate when you need to shift? I took it out of Eco mode last night and didn't really notice anything. I did miss the shift indicator, as I tend to use that to determine if I need to shift or what not.

Do most of y'all drive in Eco mode?

Thanks,
Joe

 

[Bob Denman]

It also slows down the throttle response...

 

[BikerDoc]

I use it most of the time because its an easy shift reminder -- and I don't notice that much difference in performance, notwithstanding what is published

 

[ARtraveler]

I used ECO mode for one full gas tank to see if it worked for me or not.

Results: About 2 mpg difference. Was annoyed that I had to keep looking for the shift indicator to appear. Thought that was distracted driving.

End Game: I don't like it. Not worth the hassle. Don't care about the "savings" per gallon. Don't use it. The "sweet" spot for shifting most of the time is 3000 - 3500 rpm. It sounds and feels right--to me--IMO.

Rant: I would rather have my push button frunk release instead of the useless Eco mode. :roflblack::roflblack:

 

[rcturner]

Was annoyed that I had to keep looking for the shift indicator to appear. Thought that was distracted driving.

I don't like it. Not worth the hassle. The "sweet" spot for shifting most of the time is 3000 - 3500 rpm. It sounds and feels right--to me--IMO.

My feeling exactly. I don't care for it.

 

[ThreeWheels]

I tried it and found that there was not much noticeable increase in MPG.
Constantly looking for the shift arrow became a dangerous distraction.

Some people have indicated that the ECO mode modifies performance in a way to get better mileage.

On the off chance ECO gets better mileage, I drive in the ECO mode, but don't pay attention to the shift arrow.
I know, sort of a belts and suspenders approach. Probably not the definitive answer you were looking for.

As always, my free advice comes with a double your money back guarantee.

 

[WARWAGON]

Push button for frunk for sure.

I used ECO mode for one full gas tank to see if it worked for me or not.

Results: About 2 mpg difference. Was annoyed that I had to keep looking for the shift indicator to appear. Thought that was distracted driving.

End Game: I don't like it. Not worth the hassle. Don't care about the "savings" per gallon. Don't use it. The "sweet" spot for shifting most of the time is 3000 - 3500 rpm. It sounds and feels right--to me--IMO.

Rant: I would rather have my push button frunk release instead of the useless Eco mode. :roflblack::roflblack:

Bring back frunk button.

 

[garb55]

Don't use eco mode
Don't need trunk button
Give me a turbo :yes:

 

[garb55]

Don't use eco mode Don't need trunk button Give me a turbo :yes:

 

[ruralgirl]

I recently must've held down my Mode button too long and activated Eco Mode without knowing it. Couldn't understand why the stupid computer was telling me to gear up. I also noticed an ever so slightly lethargic performance coming out of full stops. Finally, I saw the Eco Mode icon on my screen and felt great relief! I turned that sucker off and don't plan to use it again.

 

[Peter Aawen]

Don't use eco mode
Don't need trunk button
Give me a turbo :yes:

Me too!! :thumbup:

 

[Jolvyc]

I used ECO mode for one full gas tank to see if it worked for me or not.

Results: About 2 mpg difference. Was annoyed that I had to keep looking for the shift indicator to appear. Thought that was distracted driving.

End Game: I don't like it. Not worth the hassle. Don't care about the "savings" per gallon. Don't use it. The "sweet" spot for shifting most of the time is 3000 - 3500 rpm. It sounds and feels right--to me--IMO.

Rant: I would rather have my push button frunk release instead of the useless Eco mode. :roflblack::roflblack:

I agree with you 100%. I found it more distracting looking at when I needed to shift next.

 

[Ron2andia]

Never use it!

 

[SPIDR1]

FRUNK BUTTON

What is the real reason for the frunk button. I have a 13 RTL and when I had the recall for the vents put on, I think the shop de-activated it. Is there a way of re-activating the button switch? Thanks, and happy riding!

 

[jimnsusie]

I tried it and found that there was not much noticeable increase in MPG.
Constantly looking for the shift arrow became a dangerous distraction.

Some people have indicated that the ECO mode modifies performance in a way to get better mileage.

On the off chance ECO gets better mileage, I drive in the ECO mode, but don't pay attention to the shift arrow.
I know, sort of a belts and suspenders approach. Probably not the definitive answer you were looking for.

As always, my free advice comes with a double your money back guarantee.

I agree. This is the method I use as well. Seldom look at the arrow but usually listen to the engine and don't watch the rpm meter at all. I do like the slight gas savings as it adds up after a few fill ups. It may be a little sluggish off the line but still plenty fast for me.

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[Bam Bam and Pebbles]

After seeing a lot of posts on SL about ECO mode, I never turned it on when I bought my 2015 RTS. I can figure out when to shift all by myself, and really, does anybody ride these things to save on gas? I ride mine to have fun. Im only getting about 37 mpg, but as hard as I ride Cocaine, I am more than happy with that!

 

[Bob Denman]

The ECO Mode could (I guess!) be a useful training tool. If you use it when you first get your bike; it'll give you an idea of when to be upshifting for maximum fuel economy.
Once the lesson is learned: turn it off, and forget that it was ever there. :thumbup:

 

[Empty Pockets]

Going from the 998 hi rev engine to the 1330 I used it for a short bit to break the habit of shifting at 5000rpm. 900 miles later it is now off.

 

[Stick]

I agree. This is the method I use as well. Seldom look at the arrow but usually listen to the engine and don't watch the rpm meter at all. I do like the slight gas savings as it adds up after a few fill ups. It may be a little sluggish off the line but still plenty fast for me.

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Mines been off, but kinda like that idea. May give it a shot - no speed demon here. :riding: