Do you need a power commander to tune?

yes you need a powercommander for a dyno tune. That is what they tune that controls how much fuel is pumped into your engine. You also should install block off plates. It may help with some of the popping as well.

Will a Power Commander lose its map?

No, all Power Commanders utilize a nonvolatile memory (it does not require constant power to maintain it). The only way a map can be “erased” is to use a computer to load a new one in place of it. Was this article helpful?

Is a power commander better than a ECU flash?

An ECU flash is undeniably more advanced and streamlined, and generally speaking it costs about $250 to $300 to have a shop perform a flash, which is actually cheaper than buying a Power Commander. The variety and extent of control offered by an ECU flash is staggering. This is just the tip of the iceberg.

Can I just unplug a power commander?

I have a Power Commander II on my TLS. It simple goes inbetween the ECU connector and the ECU. To disconnect it all you have to do is un-plug it from the ECU then plug the main ECU connector back into the ECU.

Can you remove power commander?

Sure you can remove it for testing. I’ve been working with Dynojet/Power Commander since last week troubleshooting a misfire problem on my VFR800 that may be caused by my PCV unit.

How much does a Dynojet power Commander V cost?

The Dynojet Power Commander V retails for $420, and if you buy it from Rottweiler Performance, you get the maps and any future upgrades to them for free. The Power Plate costs $100 and probably holds even more potential when paired with a less restrictive exhaust than I am willing to run.

How long does it take to tune a Dynajet power commander?

I have Power Commanders on both my motorcycles and the installation of this one on my 2013 FLHTK took all of 7 minutes. The control these things give you over your bike is amazing. Super easy to tune, DynaJet offers tons of maps directly from their website.

How do you install a power Commander V?

Installing a Power Commander V is pretty straightforward. While you’ve got to be an accomplished enough mechanic to gain access to the fuel injectors and the ignition coils, the actual installation is a simple model-specific plug-and-play. You may have to use a Posi-Tap or two, but typically, no wires need to be cut.

Is the power commander box the same for all motorcycles?

The box looks the same for all motorcycles, but the wiring harness developed for each individual motorcycle model makes Power Commander installation a simple plug-and-play. If you’ve been riding for any length of time, you’re probably already familiar with Dynojet and its ubiquitous piggyback EFI tuner, the Power Commander V.