Accelerator Module

[ebbo]

Just rcvd my Booster Plug this morning, just need a thaw to test it against the Accelerator Module I already have.

I think the differences maybe quite subtle, looking forward to what you find

Go steady!

 

[Yonkyo]

Anyone with an accelerator also have a K&N? Is it worth the extra £40+ ? I'm considering!

I have a K&N that I used to have fitted to my previous 1200GS (with Full Remus/Akra system & WPC) That bike went like a rocket and was faster than KTM 990’s and Z1000 etc. 140+ mph.

I’ve held off fitted the K&N to my GSA, because I’m worried about my engine running too lean at a constant throttle, due to the Accelerator Module being inactive at this phase.

Also, having tested my bike with the Arka Can fitted. I have since replaced it with the OEM Can again. My bike just seems to run much better without the Akra (with or without the DB killer).

Therefore I’m thinking my bike may run a bit too lean again with the K&N.


I have also fitted an Accelerator to one of my mates 07 1200GS (with Remus headers/OEM Can) and he is gobsmacked by the difference in the way his bike now runs (smoother pick-up, no more lumpiness, better roll-on acceleration etc).

 

[Yonkyo]

What a rather long and interesting thread. You have my interest. Currently I am in Australia and the summer temps this year are the hottest ever. Many days in the late 30’s and early 40’s.
So how will the unit go under these conditions? Does any one have any opinions yet?
I will purchase one soon as Christmas is over and test it out

Safe riding

Hi Clive

Do you have strict emissions laws down in Oz
Anyway, for the sake of about 47 Ozzy dollars, you just gotta try the Accelerator
I’m sure you would see a positive result, particularly in your tropical climate.

Brian

 

[geoff48h]

accelerator module

well fitted my one today....i tell you wot it did not do.....was clear the snow from my path so could get the 1200gs out of my garden....had to use the ttr but will take it out tomorrow and see if i notice any inprovement, bike has close on 50,000 miles so well run in. lets hope its better

 

[Old Git Ray]

Fitted mine today. Makes driving in the snow and ice much easier. Fuel consumption is well up (i.e. less) too but that will also be influenced by careful riding but...



Its a thumbs up from me. Thanks

 

[gsbiker]

I have a K&N that I used to have fitted to my previous 1200GS (with Full Remus/Akra system & WPC) That bike went like a rocket and was faster than KTM 990’s and Z1000 etc. 140+ mph.

I’ve held off fitted the K&N to my GSA, because I’m worried about my engine running too lean at a constant throttle, due to the Accelerator Module being inactive at this phase.

Also, having tested my bike with the Arka Can fitted. I have since replaced it with the OEM Can again. My bike just seems to run much better without the Akra (with or without the DB killer).

Therefore I’m thinking my bike may run a bit too lean again with the K&N.


I have also fitted an Accelerator to one of my mates 07 1200GS (with Remus headers/OEM Can) and he is gobsmacked by the difference in the way his bike now runs (smoother pick-up, no more lumpiness, better roll-on acceleration etc).

Thanks Yonko; I spoke to my BMW dealer and have since got them to order me a BMK air filter which is similar to K&N only they say it's better quality. I'm now considering Power Commander and I suppose this makes the Accelerator redundent am I right? Havn't bought the Commander yet though! Correct me if I'm wrong but won't the engine add more fuell if it detects more air? Otherwise it won't run properly surely?

 

[gsbiker]

I have a K&N that I used to have fitted to my previous 1200GS (with Full Remus/Akra system & WPC) That bike went like a rocket and was faster than KTM 990’s and Z1000 etc. 140+ mph.

I’ve held off fitted the K&N to my GSA, because I’m worried about my engine running too lean at a constant throttle, due to the Accelerator Module being inactive at this phase.

Also, having tested my bike with the Arka Can fitted. I have since replaced it with the OEM Can again. My bike just seems to run much better without the Akra (with or without the DB killer).

Therefore I’m thinking my bike may run a bit too lean again with the K&N.


I have also fitted an Accelerator to one of my mates 07 1200GS (with Remus headers/OEM Can) and he is gobsmacked by the difference in the way his bike now runs (smoother pick-up, no more lumpiness, better roll-on acceleration etc).

Thanks Yonko; I have similar exhaust setup only my headers are made by Keiham which include the connector/collector pipe. I've taken my baffles in and out a few times, always prefer without + ear plugs - sounds good and great feedback from your bike also. Not sure I would want to go back to OEM exhaust?

I spoke to my BMW dealer and have since got them to order me a BMK air filter which is similar to K&N only they say it's better quality. I'm now considering Power Commander and I suppose this makes the Accelerator redundent am I right? Havn't bought the Commander yet though! Correct me if I'm wrong but won't the engine add more fuell if it detects more air? Otherwise it won't run properly surely?

 

[Yonkyo]

I'm now considering Power Commander and I suppose this makes the Accelerator redundent am I right? Havn't bought the Commander yet though! Correct me if I'm wrong but won't the engine add more fuell if it detects more air? Otherwise it won't run properly surely?

Yeah, if you have a full exhaust system + BMK filter. I would have thought that fitting a PC and having it dyno’d and mapped, will make the Accelerator redundant (someone here will no doubt take it off your hands though).

If it’s maximum speed and power you want, then the PC3 or PC5 and Dyno setup is the way to go.

P.S. I’ll give you 15 quid for your Accelerator

Bri

 

[gsbiker]

Yeah, if you have a full exhaust system + BMK filter. I would have thought that fitting a PC and having it dyno’d and mapped, will make the Accelerator redundant (someone here will no doubt take it off your hands though).

If it’s maximum speed and power you want, then the PC3 or PC5 and Dyno setup is the way to go.

P.S. I’ll give you 15 quid for your Accelerator

Bri

£15 I've just paid £29

Although I want a power commander, I can wait. Want to fit the air filter and will see what difference it makes. But am nervous now cause of any possible leaning to the engine - but surely more fuel should be added by the engine to compensate?

 

[Yonkyo]

£15 I've just paid £29

Although I want a power commander, I can wait. Want to fit the air filter and will see what difference it makes. But am nervous now cause of any possible leaning to the engine - but surely more fuel should be added by the engine to compensate?

I’m not sure how sophisticated the ECU is, that it will compensate fully for the high flow filter. That’s were the PC & Dyno tune comes in.

I honestly don’t think you will see any benefit by fitting the BMK filter with the Accelerator. But I could be wrong

Anyhow, swopping the filter is a simple job, so give it a try, and see what you think.

29Euros = 27Quid - secondhand value = 15notes

 

[gsbiker]

I’m not sure how sophisticated the ECU is, that it will compensate fully for the high flow filter. That’s were the PC & Dyno tune comes in.

I honestly don’t think you will see any benefit by fitting the BMK filter with the Accelerator. But I could be wrong

Anyhow, swopping the filter is a simple job, so give it a try, and see what you think.

29Euros = 27Quid - secondhand value = 15notes

Thanks for the £15 offer, IF I were selling I would want £20 + pp est £22? I've been on one short ride! It's not a reflection of any disappointment if I sell it, it's just I can see the potential of a power commander now.

Regarding not noticing any difference, well I will have to try that one but I did notice it on my 1200 Buell with no fueller that it was slightly better on the throttle. The more throttle response the more fun riding the bike is!

 

[geoff48h]

acc fitted

well used my 1200gswith the gizmo fitted today, i must say it does seem to pull better, smother at low revs.....so i am pleased with it

 

[robfin]

Mine arrived yesterday. The instructions are clear and it seems that even I will be able to fit it. (when I can get to my garage
....It's still snowing..!!).

Merry Xmas

robfin

 

[luckylucian]

Sun is out here but no module to try!

Received order confirmation on 5th December, still no module arrived.

Anybody else waiting out there for their module to arrive from MAVN?

 

[Old Git Ray]

Fitted mine today. Makes driving in the snow and ice much easier. Fuel consumption is well up (i.e. less) too but that will also be influenced by careful riding but...



Its a thumbs up from me. Thanks

Please excuse the self quote..

Further to this, just rode 350 miles to Scotland and cannot believe the consumption. A shade under 50 mpg, fully loaded with all boxes and at an average recorded speed of 55 (the roads were OK so I was not slow on the motorways). The best I have ever had was about 45 on a run. Again, much easier to use on the snow covered back roads.

 

[mavn]

Please excuse the self quote..

Further to this, just rode 350 miles to Scotland and cannot believe the consumption. A shade under 50 mpg, fully loaded with all boxes and at an average recorded speed of 55 (the roads were OK so I was not slow on the motorways). The best I have ever had was about 45 on a run. Again, much easier to use on the snow covered back roads.

If I understand it well, this is good news. So you can ride more miles per gallon? Then the module will be paid back in no time by the savings of the fuel

 

[Kremmen]

I spoke to my BMW dealer and have since got them to order me a BMK air filter ?

I've got a BMC air filter fitted to mine..... is this BMK another make or typo.

Regards

 

[gsbiker]

I've got a BMC air filter fitted to mine..... is this BMK another make or typo.

Regards

Yes sorry, it's a typo it's a BMC filter

 

[Passing Phase]

Just fitted the acc/mod what a diffrence smoth low down pulls well all the way to the rev limiter gets to the limiter quicker, can catch you out at first I have Akaapovic / remus system no cat.

 

[Magnon]

Booster Plug

Fitted Jens Booster Plug today and I’ve been out and about for a quick ride (Temp +5oC) staying mainly in town because as this is where you really notice the bike is transformed and it’s now a pleasure to bumble in town traffic.

Gone is the feeling the engine could falter if you don’t keep the revs up when manoeuvring at low speed. As soon you feed the clutch in the engine feels stronger, this gives you confidence, consequently you’re not revving the engine so hard when clutching, you find yourself changing up earlier and trickling in a higher gear without any surging, pick up from low revs is smooth and more controlled.

I don’t know about any fuel consumption benefit at the moment, but others have reported an improvement, so it beggars the question if the bike rides so much better with these plug-in devices fitted (Jens or Mavn’s) and fuel consumption is improved why aren’t they set up like this in the first place?

If it’s due to some emission test set by big brother then the test criterion is wrong because to my way of thinking if MPG is improved then less sh1t is going out the exhaust mile after mile resulting in less green house gases being emitted for the life of the bike or am I missing something? Pray tell.

07GS 8K on the clock de-cat STD headers Remus powercone.