Thanks for the replies John and Roger.
Input the stage 5 in yesterday. A lot more top end power but I don't know if I need it! When I have more time, I'll PM you on Facebook John. The stage 4 might be for me if the idle speed could be resolved. I had the same issues with the stage 5... Revs climbing to 1400 at idle when hot.
Hi I have put stage 4 chip in my 1150gs really very pleased I also have slightly higher tickover when warm 12/1300 rpm have left it for the time being although I am on a 2000 mile trip in a couple of weeks and also really good on fuel.
You sould adjust the iddle speed again.
How is the power with stage 5 chip ? I think is like a japanese sport bike 600cc.
This chip is better for your bike, Has correct AFR at iddle and middle revs of rpm and richer AFR (12,5:1) at high rpm, for full power. The consumption will be better. Try it some days please.![]()
Power is amazing. I will try it. I was surprised how high the revs went!
.............My bike feels more modern. Thank god I don't have clutch slip.
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am amazed at the results...... my fuel consumption decreased substantially and I was testing the bike --- was flogged and ridden normally..... before John's chip i was getting 48mpg (UK) on average ..... now 65.32uk mpg .... i still cannot believe the difference as my gas guzzler is using less fuel than my 500cc scooter and pulls like a tractor from low revs and at high revs its gets me grinning like a cheshire cat ---- highly recommended mod !!! Great work John ... keep the goodies coming our way !!
My fuel consumption in city traffic is back to 36 mpg with the stage 4. I can't believe your fuel consumption Drinu. Maybe mine just is thirsty.
It's going to be a while before I can test the stage five. Some shithead tried to rob my bike last night. Destroyed the ignition and the steering lock.
On the positive, it had no fuel in it and that's why they didn't get away with it.
John, I'm a little concerned by your oil suggestion. The reason the boxer engine is strong is because it's under stressed? Will riding the bike hard up at the high revs blow up the engine? This type of power has not been tested on these engines before . Has it?
Anyway, my mechanic will take a look at the bike when he's repairing the ignition. Bike needs a tune up I think.
Now, I noticed with the stage 5 chip that the revs still rose when the bike got warm. When he's doing a throttle body sink and setting the idle, should he be setting the idle when hot? I'm happy for the bike to start at 800 rpm and gradually rise as it gets hot but I know it's going to confuse my mechanic who is BMW trained and quite by the book. I would imagine he will be reluctant to put the oil you suggested in my bike...
What does the Ukgser community think of the oil suggestion?
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My fuel consumption in city traffic is back to 36 mpg with the stage 4. I can't believe your fuel consumption Drinu. Maybe mine just is thirsty.
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What does the Ukgser community think of the oil suggestion?
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For iddle speed you sould adjust the bike, TPS and the SCREWS at thorrtles and the little screws behing the throttles, the chip is tested and is ok.
TPS 0,366 V and the big screws at throttles must be open 2 + 3/4 turns from closed. After all these you can adjust the little screws behing the throttles for fine and better iddle speed.
Also by a synchronization to cylinders, your consumption will be much better.
The oil 10w 60 is recommend for racing driving, but no needed to change, you can keep your stantard oils.
Dont worry about the much power, if you have no pings there is no problem.
http://www.jpcycles.com/1997-bmw-r850r/engine-oil/spectro/10w-60
http://www.gs-forum.eu/r-850-gs-und-r-1100-gs-96/geht-castrol-rs4t-10w60-12050/
http://www.bmw-bike-forum.info/viewtopic.php?f=48&t=38814
Don't touch the set throttle screws, these screws are locked for a reason. Once you have moved them you need specialist equipment to reset them!
Don't touch the set throttle screws, these screws are locked for a reason. Once you have moved them you need specialist equipment to reset them!
Exactly.
A lot of this is straying into dodgy territory. Once you start changing multiple variables at once you can end up in trouble.