EFI programmer

[Loneranger]

Been on the other website and there ravin about the PCV. What is the advantages of the PCV over the PCIII. I need a programmer but do not know what to get.

[smo0oth1]

    * Reduced size from PCIIIusb (less than half of the size of PCIII)
    * USB powered from computer (9 volt adapter is no longer needed for programming)
    * 2 position map switching function built in (map switch not included)
    * Gear input (allows for map adjustment based on gear and speed)
    * Analog input (allows user to install any 0-5 volt sensor and build an adjustment table based on its input such as boost or temperature)
    * With gear position input connected the PCV is capable of allowing each cylinder to be mapped individually and for each gear (for example: on a 4 cylinder bike with a six speed transmission there could be up to 24 separate fuel tables).
    * Unit has a -100/+250% fuel change range (up from -100/+100%). This allows more adjustment range for 8 injector sportbikes
    * 10 throttle position columns (up from 9 on PCIIIusb)
    * Enhanced “accel pump” utility (increased adjustment and sensitivity ranges)

[Loneranger]

?. Is PCV  better for the average Joe ?

[smo0oth1]

All depends on your what your wallet can handle. If your on  a budget get a Lexx/Dobeck controller off of eBay. Unless you plan on running the Autotune Module which is another 300$ you don't need the PCV. The PCIII or Dobeck controllers are suitable for most. The PowerCommander III or V is worth the extra money though.

[LOMO700XX]

The PCV is not listed on powercommander's website, what's up with that?
Is there a difference between the PCIII and a Dobeck programmer?

[smo0oth1]

 http://www.powercommander.com/powercommander/powercommander_v.aspx?mk=7&mdl=184&yr=2009
 
 The PCIII allows more tuning options. If you are only going to install a filter and exhaust a dobek will meet your needs. If you do get a dobek I recommend EHS Racing and Alba. The PCII/PCV is well worth the money though and there are maps available for the PCII/PCV

[LOMO700XX]

So the PCIII is kinda like a piggyback fuel controller for cars? as compared to a dobeck is like a plug-in tuner like superchips? sorry i'm new to this atv thing but i've been on car forums for years just trying to get an idea of what is what

[smo0oth1]

 No, They are all piggy back tuners, The dobek have less user friendly adjustments and are limited to function.

[Msg Harmon]

I have a Lexx EFI programmer installed on my t-rex and it only  costs $199.00 from Rocky Mountain ATV.  Seems to work great, cost less and solves some of the issues a lean burn.  Works very well with a modified exhaust and is adjustable.

Good bang for the buck.

[Maxy]

What would be the consequences if I didn't add a programmer, and just ran it with the exhaust?
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[ridered]

What would be the consequences if I didn't add a programmer, and just ran it with the exhaust?
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You just won't get all the benefits of the pipe. Air filter, exhaust, and programmer provides the best combination of power.