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Old 10-16-2016, 02:10 PM   #1
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You know the plugs are worth >$25 each...

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One of the Voyager owners in our club changed his spark plugs and afterwards said it started much easier. I think he said there was over 35,000 miles on them. He has over 100,000 on the skoot.

Something to consider that won't cost to much.



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Old 11-01-2016, 02:33 PM   #2
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ECU Mod.. Do it!!

Got my ECU Sunday and installed it according to Ivan's directions. HOLY CRAP my bike moves now!! If you're thinking about doing this you've already taken too long. Getter done. The results are nothing short of amazing!!
 
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Old 10-16-2016, 02:11 PM   #3
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FYI Ivan advanced the timing which in turn makes vehicle harder to start

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Been scanning the thread til my eyes cross. Lol.. 2015 Voyager had my ECU reflashed probably two months ago. Running great on stock breather and pipes. Recently I ran into a problem. It usually takes one push of the starter and the bike starts right up, but once it wouldn't fire off and I had to hold the starter several seconds to get it to kick off. The other day I got my Cobra Tri Flo s and installed them myself. Bike runs great but I have to give it a little throttle to get it started. Didn't think I would need to on fuel injection. Not sure if it's bad gas, not getting enough air, or running too rich. I plan on calling Ivan, but wondering if anyone else has had this problem. Not knocking he reflash..just have a little glitch.


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Old 10-04-2016, 05:22 AM   #4
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Have you try to run seafoam in ur gas tank
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Old 10-04-2016, 09:44 AM   #5
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Haven't tried the Seafoam.


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Old 10-04-2016, 04:35 PM   #6
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Maybe the throttle bodies need cleaning. This used to happen on the 1500/1600s when schmutz would build up around the throttle blade If you get some throttle body cleaner, take the air filter off and give it a good spray around the throttle blade it should clean up. Sometimes I'd have to use an old toothbrush and give a little scrub.


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Old 10-04-2016, 05:47 PM   #7
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Thanks. Will give the throttle blades a clean.
 
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Old 10-15-2016, 04:28 PM   #8
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Well I bought a 2011 with 15k on it. Had it one week and 600 miles. Mailed ECU to Ivan today. Cannot wait for it to be back.
 
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Old 10-16-2016, 08:35 AM   #9
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With the flash ,it is much richer on start up ,needs the plates open a little more for more air , mine does the same .....no biggie..
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Old 10-26-2016, 08:26 PM   #10
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Installed my Ivan's flashed ecu this morning and it makes the bike much better to ride. I really hated the stock tune.
 
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Old 11-02-2016, 06:40 PM   #11
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ECU Flash

Went to Ivan's shop today. About 180 miles south of where I live. I figured it was a nice day for a ride to upgrade my 2012 Voyager and do a little comparison right away. Well, Ivan was there and very informative. I appreciate his eye for detail and no nonsense kind of way. He grabbed my unit in a matter of minutes and had it back in in no time. At the first start up already a difference in the smoothness, rpms, throttle response, and i haven't even left yet!
Now that I came back 180 miles the same way, about 60 city and 120 highway, I averaged 40mpg at a highway speed about 78mph. On the way down I was getting about 35.5. Overall much more pull in every gear, no need to downshift from OD to 5th, she pulls along real nice. Nice throttle roll, quick throttle, oh, no rapid deceleration when letting off the throttle, just a smooth coast. Backfiring is thing of the past!!
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I just bought a 2013 Vaquero and I'm loving every mile I put on it . I'm now making arrangements to have the ecu sent to have it flashed . Hopefully it returns before my next holiday booking . From all that I have read on the forum I'm looking forward to it .
 
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Old 07-07-2017, 06:25 PM   #13
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ECU Flash from Ivan's Performance available

Have had the ECU back in the Nomad for 3 weeks after a 2 1/2 week trip by post to the USA for Ivan to work his magic reflashing it.

I have a K & N air filter and Vance & Hines slip ons.

I now have more lower end torque,higher pickup speed,it runs cooler, shifts seem smoother and power on the whole band.
The throttle is also very smooth and predictable with a very easy feel to it.
Overall the bike is now what it was meant it to be.

If I had to do it over, I would in a second!! Add me to the list of satisfied owners that have done Ivan's upgrade.

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Old 07-11-2017, 09:27 AM   #14
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I sent my ECU out to Ivan on Monday . I'm already going crazy . I've read every word on this thread and can't wait to get it back . I've only put approx 200 km on my Vaq since I bought it and now it sits waiting for it's major improvement .

I have a three day trip planned and will comment after I get back . I have no doubt in my mind that Ivan's magic will make the ride very enjoyable .
 
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Old 07-13-2017, 03:56 PM   #15
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So, apart from running hot, and the popping and farting on the over-run, I was really happy with my bike, but after reading this forum for a bit, began noticing more and more I was unhappy with. I became intrigued by Ivans flash, but being cautious about irreversible, or not easily reversible modifications,I decided to purchase a spare ECU. Got one from E-Bay
(which arrived last week), fitted it to test, and when I was happy it had no faults, decided to use this for the flash.
Sent it of to Ivans Monday (2 days ago), was flashed yesterday, and got it back today.
Fitted,and went for a 50 mile test run.

Notice a difference in the throttle response within 15 yards, and the grin started. It became fixed when I realized how much cooler it was running, and after I refueled, reset the
Mpg calculation, and saw the improvement in consumption, I was totally sold.

Everything I've read about the flash, and the service is true. I can't say enough good things about it. So glad I did it. My bike is now complete.........for the moment!
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