FirstBusa2014
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You do realize that the PCV and the ECU flash do essentially the same thing, except that there are several other things you can do with the flash. Both of these things adjust the AFR maps. The PCV takes the maps from the ECU and applies a correction factor to them to get a the desired AFR map. The ECU flash just adjusts the maps stored in the ECU so they don't need to be adjusted by something like a PCV.
I'm not pushing ECU flashing, because I have a PCV and I'm very happy with it. The PCV is simple, reliable & lots of tuning options are out there. But ECU flashing eliminates the need for a PCV and gives you other performance tuning options, so it's a good option if you have access to tuners who know how to use it. The Bazzaz 1Busa is talking about is similar to a PCV as it also applies a correction factor to what comes out of the ECU, however the Bazzaz offers option like Traction Control so its a very cool product (thinking about going to that myself). It is also more expensive than the PCV by quite a bit.
If you are looking at modifications to the bike beyond the exhaust and minor cam work, the PCV has limitations. The PCV only controls the primary injectors so anything requiring more fuel than the primaries can pump will require you add a secondary fuel module to the PCV to control the secondary injectors. Also if you want to add a quick shifter you have to add the SFM so both injectors are cut when you shift. Also I dont think Dynojet offers a TC setup like the Bazzaz.
Also note that adding the V&H header to your bike is likely to push the AFRs out of normal. I would add the PCV (or whatever option you go with) with the header and tune. This is a significant change to the engine system and while it might not hurt the engine performance will suffer without a proper tune.
I am aware of the ECU Flash and PCV doing basically the same thing. The only reason I would have someone with the ECU Editor set up flash my bike is to remove the limiters and what not. And at this point Im leaning towards not even doing that. But saving my $$$$ and applying it to the V&H Headers and PCV. I can live with the top speed limited and the red line at 10,8
As I stated in another post I like the PC. for the same reason you stated, ease of use. Plug and play, install a generic map and or have it mapped on a dyno and head on down the road.
I know the ECU Editor can do the same and A LOT MORE! To the point of damage to the motor if one doesn't know what he is doing. Hence why Im gonna go with the PCV. I dont have the time to learn the ins and outs of ECU Editor.
Thanks for your input!