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The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => Accessories and modifications - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: jkramer on November 21, 2011, 04:54:46 PM

Title: What will I gain with Power Commander?
Post by: jkramer on November 21, 2011, 04:54:46 PM

I have a 2008 concours,2brothers ex.,k&n air filter, and flies removed. What will I gain in HP and fuel milege by adding a power commander. Also what is the difference between the PC and a juice box.Thanks

Title: Re: whar will I gain
Post by: gPink on November 21, 2011, 05:05:44 PM

You running stock header w/cats?

Title: Re: whar will I gain
Post by: jkramer on November 21, 2011, 05:12:58 PM

stock header w/ 2 bro. slip on

Title: Re: whar will I gain
Post by: gPink on November 21, 2011, 05:23:45 PM

Can't comment on the juice box, never used one. With the exhaust still restricted your main gains have already been realized.  An FI modifier will give you a better A/F which will increase mileage somewhat. A PC V with Autoune will give you as good as you can get without dyno tuning. An ECU reflash is another option.

Title: Re: What will I gain with Power Commander?
Post by: VirginiaJim on November 22, 2011, 04:17:04 AM

Gentle reminder for all....it really helps to have a descriptive subject line.

Title: Re: What will I gain with Power Commander?
Post by: Rawman on November 23, 2011, 01:55:01 PM

Better fuel economy, more power.....

Title: Re: What will I gain with Power Commander?
Post by: rcannon409 on November 23, 2011, 04:28:13 PM

On my 08, I gained a lot of lower rpm smoothness.  That range as you leave a stoplight at normal speed.   Removing the files gave the bike more power, but the pcv made the power feel much nicer.  Fuel mileage is up as well, by abotu 5-8% IF I lay off the throttle.

Based on what I've said, if it somehow turned out the pcv was taking power away (its not, but IF), I would still run it. The improved low rpm response if great.

Title: Re: What will I gain with Power Commander?
Post by: curly on November 24, 2011, 06:34:29 AM

For me it wasn't the gain in hp but the peace of mind knowing the fuel ratio is correct.

Title: Re: What will I gain with Power Commander?
Post by: jkramer on November 24, 2011, 04:43:00 PM

Thanks, Im still new @ this so im learning. I do know that removing the flies was a great improvement. Im getting 40-42 mpg at present riding 2 up and Ill be ordering the pc soon. Again thanks