FYI RT Performance package

[pitbull]

In the US, it is illegal to void a warranty on a blanket basis, just because modifications have been made. The dealer must show that the modifications caused or contributed to the failure in order to void coverage for that specific failure (Magnuson-Moss Act). The remainder of the warranty would remain intact. There is very little that I can think of that would or could fail due to these modifications. That doesn't mean you won't have to struggle with some dealers, and maybe educate them, but these are mild changes, well within the engine management system's capabilities. As to the shocks, they aren't going to be covered under the BRP warranty any longer, but I'm sure that Elka has some warranty provisions...though maybe of a shorter duration.

Scotty my friend you are spot on!!! :thumbup: Some dealers could play stupid games but in the end they will lose and we will all know who not to deal with any more! Thanks for the post Scotty! Also on Elka.....AKA Trooper has been so good to all of us on here, his support and product has earned my respect and my money......I'm currently running Elka on my spyder, and all the custom spyders we build! also I've ran elkas through in the king of the hammers on my redline, and am headed back to the hammers ths year in a commander,AKA "The New Pitbull Buggy" and you guessed it! it will be running ELKA's Thanks John & Elka for your support and products, When it comes to reliabilty and dependabilty and preformance, For me and thousands of other ryders and racers its ELKA!

 

[pitbull]

Also thank you guys! your alll far too kind and I enjoy getting to know each and everyone of you. Thanks for the trust and support, when it comes time for your next spyder i'd love to be part of your next adventure! thanks gang!

 

[MouthPiece]

CORRECTED

I don't know how true it is, but my service manager said that BRP either has or is coming out with a performance package. Is this old news, inaccurate news, new news or redundant to this thread?

Chris

I stand corrected. What my service manager was referring to had no affiliation, connection, sponsorship, recommendation or support from BRP. Instead, he was suggesting to me an air to fuel ratio system called Power Commander together with special exhaust system, elkas (which I already have) and a couple of other mods to gain performance.

With that said has anyone either used or are familiar with the Power Commander system?

Chris

 

[harleyRick]

Forgiveness???

You've never met my Missus... :shocked: Uh-oh! :yikes:

:wrong:

 

[cjackg]

I stand corrected. What my service manager was referring to had no affiliation, connection, sponsorship, recommendation or support from BRP. Instead, he was suggesting to me an air to fuel ratio system called Power Commander together with special exhaust system, elkas (which I already have) and a couple of other mods to gain performance.

With that said has anyone either used or are familiar with the Power Commander system?

Chris

Several people installed the Power Commander system on RTs but there doesnt seem to be much feedback on experience after using it for a while. Not sure if it can be used on a 2011 or 2012. Here is one thread from earlier.
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?24195-Power-Commander-for-RT

 

[harddrive]

I had a powercommander 5 with auto tune on my HD classic. You have to install a map that matches your setup, meaning if you have a after market pipe and high flow air kit, the program has to be set for them. Most of the time, the bike will have to be dynoed to get the most out of it. Once you get is close, the auto tune will help optimize the system, but you still have to connect the computer to it to have it write the new settings from the auto tune every few weeks.

I have not put one on my RT because I think it runs good enough as it is, but it should be the same.

It made the HD run awesome... With stock pipes, woods cams, and a high flow air kit on the HD, my 96 cc engine was pushing 100 hpm(up from 65hp) and 103 ft pounds of tourque. Most of my buddies were putting the 103 kits on them to get those numbers.

Did I like it? Yeah, it was ok, but it made the bike very hard to start. It would turn over for a few seconds, start, run rough, sometimes die and would have to be restarted. Once I rode the bike for a while...let's say around 100 miles, once I shut it off, it did not want to start again. It never stranded me, but I got nervous a few times. The hard starting was cause by the Powercommander. I could remove it and the bike would start fine...had it looked at serveral times, but never got anywhere on a solution before I sold the bike.

Would I put one on my RT? Only if down the road, I decide to put a pipe and a high flow air kit, then yes. With out the performance changes, I do not see the need.

 

[Lamonster]

I stand corrected. What my service manager was referring to had no affiliation, connection, sponsorship, recommendation or support from BRP. Instead, he was suggesting to me an air to fuel ratio system called Power Commander together with special exhaust system, elkas (which I already have) and a couple of other mods to gain performance.

With that said has anyone either used or are familiar with the Power Commander system?

Chris

The Power Commander (Juice Box) made a big difference on my RS but not so much on my RT. I wound up taking it off the RT.

 

[Pincushion]

Now if I could only convince Len and the gang to open "Cowtown West" here is sunny San Diego, California (our ryding season never ends here!)

I had the pleasure of meeting them at the last Spyderfest and I am convinced there is no better dealer (not to mention Spyder advocates) in the US.

PS I have added the Elka 3+ to HELLON3 and I am very pleased.

I am looking forward to the next trip to Cuba MO in April, and I am bringing some of my SRA friends with me this time!
(the pictures and descriptions from the few of us that made the trip last year convinced other that they do not want to miss it this years event)

 

[pitbull]

Now if I could only convince Len and the gang to open "Cowtown West" here is sunny San Diego, California (our ryding season never ends here!)

I had the pleasure of meeting them at the last Spyderfest and I am convinced there is no better dealer (not to mention Spyder advocates) in the US.

PS I have added the Elka 3+ to HELLON3 and I am very pleased.

I am looking forward to the next trip to Cuba MO in April, and I am bringing some of my SRA friends with me this time!
(the pictures and descriptions from the few of us that made the trip last year convinced other that they do not want to miss it this years event)

.....Cowtown west you say?!?! lol not sure Cal would like me, not a big play buy the rules kinda guy:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:and cal has a bunch of them! I'll be there in febuary, Racing the King of the hammers race. It was great to meet ya looking forwarrd to having you back maybe i'll see ya in the sand and rocks of cal in febuary in johnsvile valley! :thumbup: about an hour south of Barstow

 

[BajaRon]

.....Cowtown west you say?!?! lol not sure Cal would like me, not a big play buy the rules kinda guy:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:and cal has a bunch of them! I'll be there in febuary, Racing the King of the hammers race. It was great to meet ya looking forwarrd to having you back maybe i'll see ya in the sand and rocks of cal in febuary in johnsvile valley! :thumbup: about an hour south of Barstow

Barstow! :yikes: Now that is a beautiful place to go!

 

[Yfactor]

How about Cowtown East. Len it sounds like a chance to franchise with your personal oversight. :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:

 

[pitbull]

Barstow! :yikes: Now that is a beautiful place to go!

Nothing like the hammers for a good race half desert half rockclimb.....and you know i'll be running on elka's

How about Cowtown East. Len it sounds like a chance to franchise with your personal oversight. :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:

HHHuuuummmm the wheels are turning, I'm open to playing!