Installing a Fuel Controller on the Z650 (Fixes the Snappy Throttle?)

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[@lukaszswiderski3588]

February 5th. New busa or bking info coming from suzuki. Videos look like its a new 2021 busa

[@dcastle2409]

I know it’s expensive but y’all should get a dynamometer to test all the mods you do. That’s what this channel is missing.

[@Ichibuns]

It would be difficult to recoup the costs. The number of videos they could do are limited and would get stale. They could probably get a business partner to help with a video here and there.

[@arvinghazarian7790]

the snappy throttle is one of the reasons why I bought that bike. What better way to learn throttle control as a beginner.

[@austinalbert8814]

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[@caseyjones6316]

Why would anyone buy a z650 when the bigger and more powerful Gixxer 250 exists

[@jgcapers3860]

With extreme off road capabilities.

[@zeplyr]

No idea why, but tried both and kinda fell in love with the z 😅

[@caseyjones6316]

@@zeplyr you’re crazy man

[@regless1837]

Its an inconvenient bike man, the Z650 is much more comfortable to commute and ride on the weekends. Plus its a 250

[@56theincredible]

@@regless1837 I don't think you understand sarcasm

[@erikbmiller4890]

What a lot of people do not realize is that fuel controllers and tuning in general on a N/A engine does not inherently increase power. It is meant to add enough fuel to compensate for the increased airflow from aftermarket parts. There will be a slight bit more power but nothing crazy. If you want the best result, have it fine tuned using a dyno as the maps you download from dynojet are base maps and can be dialed in more

[@talion9289]

I put an aftermarket exhaust on my bike and now it's running lean because of the decreased backpressure, will this help?

[@gasclothing4534]

@@talion9289yes!

[@shermanjack5222]

Yo yam I’ve been watching your videos for about 2 years and finally got a bike 2 days ago 😂😂 gxsr 750 I couldn’t beat the price man but I learned everything from just watching thanks man..

[@jerryaduvall]

What Spite is basically saying is, he don't ride Kawasaki's that much. Mine did it to and what it took to fix was parking lot practise with low speed. Wrist got trained and it's no longer a problem. So, instead of throwing money at a problem, put seat time in. Not just when filming.

[@jmaloney619]

Feel the same thing on my Z900.

[@loyz8048]

Same as me.i have no problem at all with the throttle on this bike.

[@jerryaduvall]

@@jmaloney619 how is it? Always wondered how that 4 cylinder did. I currently have the Vulcan S. Buddy has the Ninja 650 and they are almost identical underneath.

[@jmaloney619]

@@jerryaduvall I love the bike. I came from a Vulcan S Café and first thing I noticed was how jerky the throttle on the Z900 is. I'm still getting used to it, but it is a lot better now that I can micro twist the throttle.

[@jerryaduvall]

@@jmaloney619 I'm holding off to see if they're going to put the H2 in it. Then I'll trade. I've thought about the Z900 next. Or the new Triumph Trident. Where is not Japanese I get worried about reliability though. I've been looking at KTM Adventures for kids but have already got scared away by reliability claims

[@151nate8]

Lol if you ever look at the airbox on a z650 its in a very bad spot and there is a small hole for the air to go into. The z650 stock airbox is very restrictive and inadequately producing the the needs for the z650 engines intake. You can simply fix this issue by cutting a series of holes in the air box and giving the intake of the z650 some more breathing area. This process will eliminate that "Snappy throttle" that you are experiencing.

[@mewfuz37]

Never heard this suggestion. So you have done this personally with reliable long term success?

[@151nate8]

@@mewfuz37 Yes I did this mod and the bike rides like a dream now. for a bike with this much power it had a intake equivalent to a small dirt bike poor design by Kawasaki.

[@ezedzi]

I did this to my stock 1125CR Buell - greatly improved low end riding issues from being lean for epa.

[@zeplyr]

I've had a z650 for 3 years now, never noticed the jerky throttle, until I tried to just dump it today. So I guess you can get a smoother feel by... hum.. using the clutch ? 😅

[@luiz576]

Exactly!! I Will ask what f... Is a snappy trottle... Maybe actually is a snappy Rider..

[@carlosvejar3938]

The hell you say!

[@Ichibuns]

It's a modern problem that people just learn to deal with. It's just an unnecessary problem to have. Once you have a bike that isn't jerky, it's hard to go back. It's a comfort thing. It can easily be dealt with but why deal with it?

[@ThePwNzclan]

​@Luiz you feel a snappy throttle going through school zones In PA the limit when flashing is 15. The ninja 650 is the same way, you'd be in 2nd gear and the throttle feels like a switch where its basically either closed or pulling the hell out of you. Other than that and stop and go traffic you don't notice the snappyness because when going from a stop up to 45 or whatever traffic speed is the bike is smooth once you get used to it, but just cruising at very low speeds is horrible

[@tejay9416]

@@ThePwNzclan The old person going 20kmh infront of my 650r wondering why Im having a meltdown 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dave2315]

You guys are getting better.

[@ghost-wm1hw]

I fixed my jerky throttle by turning up the idle a bit. It really works. I drive mainly London traffic. Great bike for the city. Turn up the idle makes a much less jerky ride

[@ghost-wm1hw]

@@steak8278 mine is a 2017 z650. There is an idle screw on right hand side of bike. Very easy to adjust

[@tejay9416]

Have my 650R set to 1K rpm idle and it works perfectly, I found on some cold starts it wouldn't exactly stay running when I turned up the idle it started and stayed running fine.

[@brendonfernandes2877]

I installed a piggy back ECU much like the Power Commander and the bike is a LOT smoother at low speeds. The throttle was jerky a bit stock but with an exhaust it was downright irritating. I bought the Power Commander before I saw this video and I was so bummed out because I didn't need more power & I got the Power Commander to make the bike a lot smoother which according to the video the PC doesn't do that. Thankfully just 2 seconds after the ECU was installed I found the bike so much smoother. Night and day difference. There is a power gain but you will be hard pressed to tell the difference in power but the smoothness is very much there. Another thing changed drastically is the engine braking has reduced almost 60%. Earlier you let go of the throttle and the bike would act like you dropped anchor as the engine breaking for a 650cc was quite brutal. The heavy engine braking did mean I could extend the life of my brake pads but I am very glad the engine braking has reduced. An ECU flash will work just as well but I was worried that if any problem occurs I would be hard pressed to tell if the ECU flash is causing the issue. With a Power Commander you can easily disable it to get back to the stock ECU.

[@jasper_of_puppets]

Hmm, interesting. I too was bummed when I watched this vid cuz I'm looking to smooth out the on/off throttle on my '19 Honda CB300R that also has excessive engine braking. What bike did you install the PC on? Also a Z650? or something else? I guess it might still be worth a try on my CB300R...

[@brendonfernandes2877]

@@jasper_of_puppets Yes a Z650 with an exhaust. It's an expensive solution so if you don't have an exhaust maybe try a cheaper solution like Fuel X also from Powertronics.

[@SinuousGrace]

The snatchy low speed / low throttle opening response on my 400 is my only real complaint. I also tried a 2019 Ninja 650 and it was similar but felt worse because of the extra torque. My previous bikes, including a fuel-injected FZ6R (completely stock) and a carbureted SV650S (full exhaust, K&N, and jet kit) were both MUCH smoother in cracking the throttle open, using maintenance throttle, holding a stead speed, etc. I've been considering one of the two or three companies that will reflash the ECU. Trouble is it seems like a lot of trouble.

[@chrispenuliar2893]

"naked bikes are easy to work on" Like the Z650, my Z900 requires basically all the plastics to be removed to remotely close to the airbox. On my VFR800, remove rear seat, remove two bolts holding down the fuel tank, and there is the airbox.

[@andypants1000]

My naked harley, the xr1200, requires me to remove the fucking fuel tank to work on the air filter..... yay

[@joeltechs]

I did this mod myself a few months ago, was just as difficult to fit the PC to the Z650 as it was on my previous Gsxr 750.

[@wrenfamily1]

Hey my friend I think you should change the throttle tube on that bike. As for the power commander five I suggest that you take a second look at the airflow box to see if it needs to be opened up more because when you install it was because of the change of the muffler system. I think you’ll find that this will help one of the things I did with my son was installed the power map commander five as well as a autotune on the bike what a difference a day makes. Though his bike was a Yamaha FZ07

[@dsiz9421]

Yeah I mean they talk like they did a legit flash. All they did was send a map to the pc

[@Leetirl]

Going pretty hard with the electro bangers in the montage lmao

[@Baleur]

9:55 i mean that depends.. If you've got a Ninja 650 that is ECU limited to run lean due to EU A2 license restrictions, then yes it WILL make a big difference.

[@horho1601]

Does it give it full power basicly?

[@blakeleupp3725]

Couldn’t agree more with spite, I just sold my z650 and upgraded to a Mt09 😌

[@piggycrew]

10:25 changing the sprockets might help, less jerkiness but then acceleration is affected

[@andypants1000]

It's been a month since the 1275 install and no videos on it :( nor the street scrambler! I was excited to see that stuff....

[@Geshmaal]

I did my Mod1 test on a Z650 and the on-off throttle was a pain during the low speed control! I ended up doing a death claw on the throttle to have fine enough control to just about keep it open whilst slipping the clutch. This is where carbed bikes win out.

[@atlanticsquib7232]

What is a death claw?

[@Kyle-ue5uj]

that fast and furious reference was gold!!!

[@donniemcginnis2625]

Please Yammie you're killing my OCD. You need to cover the intake and exhaust holes on the turbo and the other pipes to keep debris out of it. Every time I see it I just shake my head. LOL

[@zero_stars]

Unless he's storing it on a gravel drive way it'll be just fine lol

[@calebpurtee3675]

In my opinion, I liked the Z650 over the mt07 but that's just my opinion. You explain this bike like it has the power of a 400 when it really gets up and goes

[@Randlemannn]

What aspects of the bike makes you pick it over the MT07?

[@xelnjare3945]

@@Randlemannn looks for one (but that's wholly subjective).

[@tejay9416]

@@Randlemannn I have a 07 650R, they're really quick for a 2 cylinder bike, very torquey which is great in traffic situations, great on gas and just fun to drive, although there is quirks to them, there's a ton of good reasons to get a 650 especially so if you plan on riding everyday. I daily mine and I really like it, I do want something with more of a race position but I honestly think I want another bike ontop of my 650R

[@skylinesquid]

I love em snappy

[@bbevis2357]

Y'all should try a "throttle tamer" grip tube. Apparently they help smooth out the throttle feel for cable actuated bikes. Given that they aren't very expensive, I have always wondered if they make a noticeable difference.

[@jerryaduvall]

Practise is best way to get rid of that. He's not riding as much as he says.

[@Revjkin]

@@jerryaduvall exactly. Just twist slower and smoother. Throttle control basics.

[@yiannishayabusaofficial]

I LOVE THE BIKE AND I LOVE YOUR VIDEO IS AWESOME I REALY ENJOYED IT ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

[@drewherbi]

Still want a z650 as my first bike. Probably wont be doing many mods to it other than minor cosmetics and probably full exhaust so it doesn't sound like an angry sewing machine. Might end up using it as a commuter bike to work but likely just a garage toy

[@kimm7473]

I just got one for my first bike. 🙃

[@toofastnobrakes]

Or, hear me out. OR.... save the money and trade up to a Z900 😂

[@joeyg29jgjg]

Hahaha I bought a ninja 650 then a year later I sold that and got a big boy bike. An mt-10 ngl wish I did that from the start

[@joeyg29jgjg]

@@westondifranco9313 dude it's a dream idgaf bout that gas gauge your right hahahaha edit: one metric I do care about is wheelies per mile tho 🤣

[@allancooper3865]

@@westondifranco9313 bro if you can afford it , I’m talking about buying the 2020 or 2021’s z900 price at the stealership (I mean dealership) , otd(out the door) price after your all paid for , on a brand new purchase ... have you ..? If you’d paid it off after 3 or 4 years you’ll pay at least 11,500 to 12,500 on a z900 which sticker is $8998 or 9,400 (US dollar)when I’ve seen 2020 zh2 used for 14,000 to 15,500 cash depending on spec.’s and accessories , it seem just like a bit more like 2 or 3 extra large will get you the zh2 rather than the z900 , but I got the 2020 z900 abs and you don’t want to sleep on these bikes neither , cause that 30 to 40 mph to triple digits and beyond in the flick of the wrist , is almost like nothing else in this world on two wheels ... that thrust and g forces on humans idk but can’t wait to get on it again and start cracking that throttle , freaking weather conditions.are too far below par to be enjoying riding 🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼

[@allancooper3865]

Heck yeah !!! Z900 is such an experience to be had , I tell you , came from the 2018 650 Vulcan s to the 2020 inline 4 948cc kawi zed9hundo !!! , man !!! , this bad boy is so well mannered and planted , to handling like a scooter to becoming dr. Jeckle and mr. Hidye !!! In A twist of the throttle you will have this “ master piece of a bike “transform into to an isle of Mann tt racer (or something pretty close , idk ) but ...,,, !!! Such a marvel of tech being pushed to perfection ... totally in love with it but there are other bikes I still would like to conquer and master , so many great moto’s out hear to choose from , nothing like being on two today , we are coming to a climax in motorcycle evolution that it rocks !!! my dudes !!!!!

[@joeyg29jgjg]

@@westondifranco9313 the z900 is a beast. if that was my first bike id still have it 100%

[@robsonenduro3316]

For on/off throttle problems remove lambda sensor and block the AIS/PAIR system.

[@brodavid9960]

Simply install a block off plate to smooth out the throttle response.

[@jackmccourt6180]

I got an ecu tune on my tenere 700 to get rid of the snatchy throttle there and it worked in the higher revs but not so much on the lower revs. From what I understand, removing the O2 sensor fixes that once its tuned. Perhaps it would be the same for you?

[@connorwhitt6601]

ive got a 1999 sv650s naked converted, and it is ridiculously hurky jerky with the throttle response (fkn whiplash the neck). the 650 2 cylinder class bikes seem to not like being smooth, fun as fuck though

[@spacezoon]

Hey mate. I ride a Hayabusa and also a z650, we did a tune and couple other things to my z650 2021 model and we manage to hit 79.7 HP. Unsure as to why a lot of people can't make the same power. Guess it all comes down to the person Dyno tuning it.

[@xelnjare3945]

ECU flash Dennis? I'm in the market for such things...

[@allensteiner1]

Isn't the music a bit too loud and/or annoying ? Speech seems relatively silent as well ...

[@benson4u215]

It almost felt like they were yelling over the music but i know the musics in edit lol

[@caseyjones6316]

I put a Gixxer 250 ecu on my Harley and now it makes 150hp

[@justthetrailmtb]

I had the same problem with my ninja 400. It was dangerous on off throttle. I did a bunch a research and was told BY dynojet that the power commander will NOT solve that problem. So I had the ecu flashed. All restrictions removed and buttery smooth after.

[@MrBrick216]

thats interesting i may have to go that route. i just installed a yoshimura alpha and it is really fun. but the throttle is a bit jerky

[@TheNielsAlmelo]

the bass in that song is tooooo strong xd

[@italkgory99]

Can’t you just slip the clutch in first gear to eliminate on/off throttle feel?

[@michaelmarkofski4073]

Yeah that's just Fancy electronic equivalent of a jet kit for carbs.... also from dyno jet

[@kdokla]

Question, who offers the best and most reliable ECU flash for the z650? What exhaust is best for the bike for ideal sound? The on off jerk with the throttle, who makes that and where to buy it?

[@AntaresSQ01]

ECU flash is the way to go with these bikes, stock PC5 maps are shit, PC5 is limited in functionality and you wont know for sure if the map is right. ECU flashing costs the same and is much more bespoke.

[@joeyg29jgjg]

And as far as 2wdw ecu flashes go after the initial purchase you can get unlimited flashes

[@AntaresSQ01]

@@joeyg29jgjg Unlimited flashes of bad maps is not very helpful, you still have to go take it to a tuner to get a decent flash, at which point you might aswell just put it on your ECU in the first place

[@luisdetomaso2224]

@@AntaresSQ01 bad maps? The 2wdw Z650 maps are absolutely spot on. Did you have a bad experience with your Z650 2wdw map or are you just talking about something you have no experience with?

[@AntaresSQ01]

@@luisdetomaso2224 Nah i didn't have a 2wdw map for a Z650, I've definitely had a bunch of maps for my 2011 Ninja 650 though (same engine) and PC5 maps don't even compare to a proper tune. If you haven't gotten a proper ECU flash you should and you'd be able to tell the difference too. Don't get me wrong PC5 maps are a step up from stock but if stock is a 2 on a scale of 1-10, PC5s are a 5 at best, custom tunes being 8-10 depending on how good the tuner is. I've tuned vehicles myself too as part of my automotive engineering course and even an identical engine with identical intakes and exhaust requires different fuelling to be perfect. generic PC5 maps just simply can't do this. As i said, step in the right direction, but why get a 5 when you can get a 10 for the same price.

[@luisdetomaso2224]

@@AntaresSQ01 Joe and I are not talking about PC5 maps. The 2wdw map is a total ECU flash. It fixes all of the tuning issues with the stock bike and sets up the fueling for your new exhaust. These maps are developed on a dyno using multiple customer bikes so they are well tested and proven. I think we are all in agreement here that the Power Controller is a waste of cash because it is only a fuel mixture bandaid and does not address all of the nuances that can be fixed by a proper ECU remapping

[@buddyh13]

I got my 2020 ninja 650 flashed by Moore Mafia. (Check out their YT). The difference was amazing and all the downs they say here in this video are all taken care of. The bike runs so much smoother and has way more kick to it. Its also way cheaper to do the flash than buying the Power Commander. Also saw a video on Moore Mafia on the dyno of a 2017 ninja 650 with the Power Commander and it was leaning it out too much.

[@dblackviper2k3]

What was the turn around time?

[@buddyh13]

@@dblackviper2k3 you ship your ecm to them and they usually ship it back within the same day of receiving it or the next

[@kuron252]

How much difference did it make for you im stuck with a 650 and trying to get more power

[@dsiz9421]

Booster plug baby!

[@andrewwiltse8882]

I can’t remember if you’ve done it to this bike already but would a sprocket change do anything to smooth it out?

[@paule5812]

I love the Ahegao sticker for 5 extra Hp

[@kleinbottled79]

The 2014 Vulcan 650 I rode had the same snappy on/off throttle. Hate that shit. The 2019 Versys 650 however, wasn't bad if I'm remembering correctly. Why Kawi why?

[@kawasakiLife250r]

Can't wait to see that tubo busa

[@joeltechs]

Custom map, sorted.

[@MrMrMckinley]

What I'd love to see is someone put a turbo in a CFR250L

[@rolsson4365]

Try TuneEcu freeware instead. Spend the money on Dyno time instead! Made wonders with my Moto Morini. Flashing is also reversible, just save the old mapping. Then you can put it back if you want to. PCV is overpriced, almost a hoax.

[@Okj17]

What octane gas should I use after I install the power commander and exhaust? The manual calls for regular gas for the stock bike

[@Baleur]

I seeee!!! So if you use a Power Commander, there's no point to flashing the ECU? You're basically keeping a "backup" of the default settings, so when you remove the Power Commander you basically rollback to "default"? But i was watching a big Ninja 650 tune video, where they first used Power Commander, but then flashed the ECU instead, and gained like 20 extra horsepower at the highest rev range, that they did NOT gain via Power Commander.. So whats the deal here?

[@Siege.Guerra]

Wait... when did you guys do the exhaust?

[@MC-Racing]

To get more subscribers, take a look at the spiffing brit.. he has a video on how to break youtube :-) so we can get thet turbo busa :-)

[@suffiananwar]

Good video

[@marlontaroma4590]

Nike bike mate. Ride safe always. Can you help me to decide which is best,better naked. Sv650,z650,mt-07 Interms of ride comfort and fuel consumption.thanks and appreciate mate

[@marlontaroma4590]

Nice bike.sorry for the letter

[@jasper_of_puppets]

Huge bummer that it didn't do anything to fix the choppy on/off throttle transitions. I've got a 2019 CB300R that I love, but the 1st gear on/off throttle is annoying AF - way choppier than the throttle on my Honda 919 which I used to think was choppy, until the CB300R! ...Oh well, guess I just gotta live with it.

[@Sismodium]

The z650 and Ninja 650 have had that issue since 2011 if not longer. It sucks that they haven't done anything about it in 10 YEARS!

[@tejay9416]

I have an 07 650R its been longer than 2011 LOL

[@Zbroja69]

So which 650 or so bike gives you a good on/off throttle feeling?

[@seinfeld11123]

this is exactly why you FLASH THE ECU. because you remove the ENGINE BRAKING from the stock ECU that's what is the jerky throttle. its decel cut

[@luisdetomaso2224]

Exactly. These dudes mean well, but are clueless about tuning. I just hope nobody watching thinks this is the best way to set up a modern bike

[@xelnjare3945]

@@luisdetomaso2224 I'm thinking of an ECU flash - just no idea which is the most reputable place to get one...

[@luisdetomaso2224]

@@xelnjare3945 I would recommend Two Wheel Dynoworks. Years of experience and great service!

[@yasseralsaidi1168]

You need that herky jerky to climb up mountains

[@alexduey7868]

kawi makes the 400 and it is plenty for any beginner why not mkae this 650 class more exciting and widen ut the margin? Probably waiting to axe the ZX6R and really update there 650 then.

[@briankay3414]

Booster plug will help remove the twitchiness...it definitely helped on my 650s

[@xelnjare3945]

Can't get a booster plug for my 2021, fucking emissions bullshit.

[@paintballxd3297]

Would this also work on a ninja 650?

[@talion9289]

Will this help if i got an aftermarket exhaust and now my bike is running lean due to decreased backpressure?

[@collinmays7818]

Nice vid

[@Lloyd12393]

I have a 2020 ninja 650 abs krt with the same power commander but there still hasn't been an aftermarket tune from the dynojet website yet and I've had it since October of 2020 and still no map what are my options?

[@monvalleykeyservices1531]

Use the 2019 maps...ECU and fuel injection system are the same

[@johnadams3038]

Does the Ninja650 2021/2022 has the same throttle jerkiness and boring feel as the Z650??

[@AsianVoodoo]

Wouldn't the jerky throttle depend on the map that's uploaded? I only ask because I've seen some maps made for my bike that are supposed to modify exactly that.

[@brendonfernandes2877]

Yes. I installed a piggy back ECU much like the Power Commander and the bike is a LOT smoother at low speeds. The throttle was jerky a bit stock but with an exhaust it was downright irritating. I bought the Power Commander before I saw this video and I was so bummed out because I didn't need more power I got the Power Commander to make the bike a lot smoother which according to the video the PC doesn't do that. Thankfully just 2 seconds after the ECU was installed I found the bike so much smoother. Night and day difference. There is a power gain but you will be hard pressed to tell the difference in power but the smoothness is very much there. Another thing changed drastically is the engine braking has reduced almost 60%. Earlier you let go of the throttle and the bike would act like you dropped anchor as the engine breaking for a 650cc was quite brutal. The heavy engine breaking did mean I could extend the life of my brake pads but I am very glad the engine braking has reduced. An ECU flash will work just as well but I was worried that if any problem occurs I would be hard pressed to tell if the ECU flash is causing the issue. With a Power Commander you can easily disable it to get back to the stock ECU.

[@konstantinosmaounis798]

Can you try a booster plug on this bike ?

[@cuzgotwork]

I feel the regular 650 does the same on and off the throttle in 1 gear

[@scorpion-ninja8228]

Throttle jerk on these 650 engines suck. Z650, Ninja 650, Ninja 650R, ER-6n. Mechanical throttle cables, springs etc. Some folks claim they added afew "washers" to get the play out of the throttle slack at the bottom cable adjuster, nearest the clutch.

[@murraehaynes3182]

So the map doesn’t let you modify the fueling off idle? Maybe a dyno tune??...if not, waste of money

[@BrielleHater1224]

You can make custom maps on power commanders. You can adjust fuel at any point of (rpm, engine load). He just probably doesn't know how to do it.

[@murraehaynes3182]

@@BrielleHater1224 Of course... I was being facetious...I’ve built two dynos and tuned numerous bikes with Power Commanders, Fuel Pacs, Race Tuners, etc, etc, etc... fixing the snatchie off idle fueling is pretty straight forward, even without a dyno.... they just don’t understand how..

[@motorheadworld5578]

fun fact there might be a 2021 Suzuki hayabusa search it up I hope yammie noob sees this if u do make a video

[@killfase01]

Wouldn't a dyno tune do the same thing?

[@dsiz9421]

Did they actually do a legit flash? Or just send a fuel map to the pc and act like they flashed it?

[@EditsByKill]

Fun fact No one is first yammie is always first

[@jasonsanderson9385]

@yammie noob just installed V&H full exhaust on 06 Suzuki blvd c50 and bought Dynojet power commander V, is it necessary to install it? I've had mixed answers.... thanks for video any opinions greatly appreciated

[@brendonfernandes2877]

If you have a full system exhaust with an aftermarket air filter you should ideally use a Power Commander. However since its 2 months already I am guessing you went ahead and installed the ECU. How was your experience ?

[@jasonsanderson9385]

@@brendonfernandes2877 I actually have map programed and installing this weekend.... Deceleration Poping wasn't bad in colder weather, past 2 weeks weather is warmer and seems like decel pop is more frequent.... 👍 Thanks for asking.

[@jasonsanderson9385]

@@brendonfernandes2877 I never had Brand New tires and today I got Michelin Commander 3's put on.... Why does bike seem slippery? Actually felt like I was going to go down turning corner to my block..... Is this normal?

[@brendonfernandes2877]

@@jasonsanderson9385 Most new tyres need some time to settle in. At least a 100 miles. I haven't personally heard of these tyres though I believe they are meant for cruisers so can't tell you if they are very good or not.

[@lp_6014]

Yams the tf was that at the end man?

[@FlashedNinja]

It ain't a super sport it's more chill "sport" tourer also not sure what i did with mine but i did get the on off throttle on my ninja 650 to be much smoother no jerkiness than whatever is going on with that z650?

[@NinjaPleaseProduct]

It’s the same with the 650 too..for some reason they made their 650 so jerky for some reason

[@FlashedNinja]

@@NinjaPleaseProduct that's just the engine almost all the 650 engines are like that. For a buttery smooth engine you would go for the zx-6r or any inline 4 but you sacrifice seating comfort

[@michaelcooper10]

Yes, but a reflash from Moore mafia is only 225 bucks what did that cost

[@upnorth5465]

He's the man!

[@yahtzeejimbob]

Why have you guys ignored the booster plug? There are reviews all over KZbin where guys have done videos of the results of installing the booster plug on Kawasakis triumphs and probably others I'm not familiar with. The booster plug appears to take care of exactly what you wanted. It takes care of that acceleration deceleration problem that you're describing on that Kawasaki 650 and it does it on the triumphs as well and it cost an amazing $159. Guys can put them on in roughly an hour and that's mostly because of just having to take things like the gas tank off and if you've got a Versys, certain pieces of fairing also. Why not give it a try on your channel?

[@michaelcooper10]

Reflash for herky jerky throttle you know, right.

[@CubularCreeper]

Hey thanks for skipping past the part where you take the tank and airbox off. That's super easy to do.

[@yasseralsaidi1168]

I luv z 650 its the epitome of Japanese engineering

[@markfisher2683]

Just Curious- Is there a single bike out there that you guys would feel DIDN’T need to be changed from stock? Do any of the motorcycle companies “ get it right” from the factory? I’m guessing you guys don’t think so….

[@johnporf9546]

Well in basically every bike you're gonna need at least a new exhaust to get rid of the stock one as they tend to be very restricted from factory due to regulations. After that it's good to tune the bike because the new exhaust affects the air fuel ratio.

[@JeansUA]

Yammie, where th I can buy your stickers? You know which stickers :D they're not on your store, but I'd pay like 20 bucks for them from you :D just not to look for them :D

[@mrnicktoyou]

Need more Spite. Feels like he hasn't been on as much lately.

[@stephenpierce2726]

Every 650 in Kawi's lineup has that awful on off throttle.

[@allancooper3865]

Right , I have the Vulcan s 650 , I have over 16,000 miles on that saddle , but once you get used to it and learn how the bike wants to be treated “ with the “on off throttle feel “ and the clutch release and throttle pull , it begins to grow on you and you get used it , and I have seemed to almost enjoy it more ..? as i have learned to master it , cause now I kind of miss it , now that I have leveled up a bit to the z900 , was wanting the zh2 but thought that it would of been way too much power for myself and skill level , but now that I’m at a 1,000 mile on the z900 , I’m thinking that it was the wrong and right choice ..?🤷🏼‍♂️ if this makes any sense ..? 🤷🏼‍♂️ BUT ONE DAY ZH2 , ONE DAY ..? one day..! Me and you , you and me will be together as one 🥺🥺🥺

[@drunkredninja]

the on off throttle feel is because of atre

[@kingmake86]

Where to buying bro 😎?

[@glide_nyc8747]

Wouldn’t a throttle tamer have solved the problem?

[@raviolitrail]

Tune it...

[@pipchikas89]

You cam change how rpm is shown btw

[@janunez9216]

Hey yam, when do you think would be the best age to get a sports bike?

[@oEATBULLETSo]

Now

[@caseyjones6316]

13

[@janunez9216]

I want one right now man. How can I convince my parents? I've tried everything. I'm 15

[@user-kq8ow8wk1d]

honestly its not about age, its about your backround with bikes, get a sport bike (600cc+) after you had 1-2 bikes before it so you know whats giong on, throttle control etc. but after your begginer bikes go for a 600, a 1000 will be way to much.

[@caseyjones6316]

Just get Gixxer 250

[@michaelcooper10]

See you said it Flash

[@ethankinsel6290]

The Z650 now has hidden henti in it hahahah