power commander

SenateKT · 03-28-2007, 10:26 PM

How does the mapping part actually work? I am planing on buying a Yoshimura Carbon Fiber TRC Full Exhaust System for my 2006 R6 and then eventually getting a power commander + K&N. If I get just the exhaust system first will I still see gains? or is it going to mess it up with out a power commander? When I eventually get the power commander and filter is there like pre determined map that I just download real easy or does it take allot of tweaking to get it right?

Choco · 03-28-2007, 10:43 PM

full exhaust may not do any good until you get the PC3....

you can get standard maps for your type of exhaust, howver the best way is to get a custom map for your bike.

SenateKT · 03-28-2007, 10:48 PM

where do u get maps from? how is the PC3 adjusted it connects to the computer?

Choco · 03-28-2007, 11:31 PM

usb cable to a laptop....

maps are normally available on the PC3 vendor's site.

Jtpaintball70 · 03-28-2007, 11:35 PM

In general do maps cost any extra cash?

bobbo84 · 03-28-2007, 11:39 PM

not if you just download the predetermined ones from their website. if you want the best performance, though, a custom map is the name of the game, and those cost money. Anywhere from $200-$300, depends on your tuner.

lownuff · 03-28-2007, 11:49 PM

The pc3 usb wires into your stock wiring (normally), by just unplugging and replugging... then follow the instructions that come with the PC3.

Basically you use a usb cord to hook a computer up to your pc3. You then install / run the dyno-jet mapping software that comes with it as well. Looks like this:

You download the map files from the dyno-jet website. There are tons of them on there, so you'll probably be able to find the one for your specific year / make/ model bike, and even the exhaust you have.

If you can't find the one for your type of exhaust, you can either try a similar map file for a different type of exhaust and see if it works good, test drive it and whatnot.... or do it the right way and take it someplace to get it dyno-tuned to get a custom map made for you.

SenateKT · 03-29-2007, 01:28 AM

So I should get the PC III first? will i get gain from a power commander on stock setup?

SPOOLN GSXR · 03-29-2007, 01:59 AM

Yes, you will get gains on a stock bike with a PC. BTW, stay away from K&N and go with BMC.

Ivan_markII · 03-29-2007, 02:01 AM

The PC is part of the whole package.

--The mechanical opening and closing of the engine valves.
--The electronically controlled triggering of the spark (your PC commander).
--The controlled metering of the fuel.
--Your exhaust system.

To be fair, you will only gain a marginal amount of HP from a PC and a exhaust system change. Many people think their bike is substantially more powerful after an exhaust swap...often this is because you lose your midrange and then get a "peaky" bike.

As pointed out before...if you're going to do this right, pay for a tuner and buy the whole package.

However, my philosophy is simply to buy a bigger bike because, basically, there is no amount of money you can spend that will make your R6 make the power of a 750. The amount of money you would have to spend in order to make a perceptible difference is better spent on better suspension, more comfortable leathers/helmets/boots/gloves, and at least two trackdays (those skills will stay with you for the rest of your life).

Bottom line: your bike is already pretty damned good completely stock. Here's a completely stock R6 hauling ass. http://youtube.com/watch?v=DvSdwtlKc2I