Eco Mode - What is this thing actually doing

[TexAmRider]

I can't say I know exactly what it does, but I do know there was a noteable difference on my 2016 RTSS this morning from my 2018 RTL in ECO Mode yesterday. I noticed ECO mode on and tried unsuccessfully twice to turn it off. I finally just left it on the rest of my evening riding. When I got out the 2016 this morning, the throttle action was completely different (much quicker response) I'm going to turn it on this afternoon on the 2016 to see if there is a change. Could be the difference in the break-in period on the 2018 < 600 miles, and the fact that the 2016 has 11K on it. We will see. I'm reconsidering my desire to sell the 2016 after my ride this morning.

Has anyone received a genuine explanation of what Eco Mode on an RT Ltd actually does from BRP.

I called customer support which was as about as helpful as asking my 4 yr old granddaughter. Spoke with a dealership and it became very clear he was "assembling an answer" in his head - so I hit him with "do you really know or are you guessing or making **** up?" Reply "guessing!"

Are there any BRP employees on these forums who can explain what it does.

I have found at times it works, and at others turns the fuel consumption to that resembling an afterburner in an F16 fighter jet.

Is it just a Gimmick?

So dear Mr BRP - I know us customers are a right royal pain in the Derrier but can you respond, anyone ??? Being able to use the darn thing in situations that it is designed for would be of great help

 

[FalconAF]

Hmmmm...I wonder if, after I installed the new Firmware update that shows the remaining mileage for the amount of fuel remaining, if having my Spyder in ECO vs non-ECO mode will change the amount of miles remaining that is displayed. Would seem that if ECO mode is a "fuel saver" and "mileage increaser", the remaining miles shown should be higher when I am in ECO mode.

Naw! Probably wouldn't work that way for everybody (especially on my Spyder with the new firmware already installed) because different people throttle their Spyders differently regardless of WHAT mode they are in.

But it SOUNDS like a good idea.

Me? I always run ECO mode OFF. I WANT the extra "Ooompfff! available when I might NEED it...like passing another vehicle. I can control myself not to "overuse" the throttle all other times.

Plus, if saving the cost of a couple miles per gallon is all ECO mode is gonna do, I shouldn't have bought a $20,000+ vehicle in the first place. I coulda bought a more eco-friendly ride like a motorized skateboard. :2thumbs:

 

[johnny canuck]

Hi Askitee,
I have found that when in "eco" mode it has a detuned feel to acceleration, not much but some, say 10% (guessing). But I notice that in "eco" mode I get much better fuel milage. I too don't use the the little arrow for shifting, but go by the sound of the revs. Just my 2cents. Using eco or not is a personal choice. Out for a little cruise with wifey, I'll use ECO. When I'm out with the guys on a club ride, I won't.

 

[hershey]

Never thought much about the eco button other than 'better mileage'....but in order to start the engine you have to push the mode button and that controls the eco light...as far as an 'arrow' light to shift, I'll have to pay closer attention to the dash .....instead of enjoying the ride so much....the 1330 is 'Awesome'!!!!!! :clap::clap: