Well I actually read some of the handbook today, :oops: and discovered the bike has an eco mode. This apparently cuts some power and leans out the fuel mixture.
Can't be doing with this lack of power so how do I tell if it's engaged or not?
2010 + models only
eco comes up on the dash but turns off when you turn off the bike!
leans fuel by 25% approximately, and might loose 10% power, but its not that bad! unless your racing! eco also pretty naff in town - can be not as smooth at low rpm - but great for sitting on the motorway!
for the best results keep the engine out of the VVT - i.e below 4500rpm....
Neil
For best economy keep out of the VVT zone,
for the most fun, immerse yourself in the VVT zone,
you didn't buy a 1400 for the mpg
Coman
I certainly didn't..
Quote from: coman37 on October 16, 2015, 11:27:12 PM
For best economy keep out of the VVT zone,
for the most fun, immerse yourself in the VVT zone,
you didn't buy a 1400 for the mpg
Coman
Quote from: virginiajim on October 16, 2015, 11:47:40 PM
I certainly didn't..
May the fun begin gents :punk:
Only use in 'cruising mode' in highways here and in 6th... Very little fuel consuming than
But need more power when in real biking style :punk: :banana:
I may have given the wrong impression, if I wanted economy I'd have bought an 800GS :whistling:
I like the mind numbing acceleration. :clap: :clap: :clap:
Quote from: Mikey on October 17, 2015, 10:31:22 AM
I may have given the wrong impression, if I wanted economy I'd have bought an 800GS :whistling:
I like the mind numbing acceleration. :clap: :clap: :clap:
Welcome my son to the home of mind numming.... :scooter:...........and that's just the banter :mfr_lol:
:hammer: 800GS ? .............what's that then ?
Starts with a B and ends at the dealer...
Quote from: virginiajim on October 17, 2015, 12:04:15 PM
Starts with a B and ends at the dealer...
:agree: :mfr_lol:🍺🍺🍺🍺
I found and tried the eco mode today. And then I turned it off again. :mfr_lol:
Quote from: mister white on October 17, 2015, 09:37:08 PM
I found and tried the eco mode today. And then I turned it off again. :mfr_lol:
To be used only like in the film MIB. :mfr_lol:
I use my eco mode all the time.. Is that wrong?
Quote from: Debs on October 18, 2015, 11:33:32 AM
I use my eco mode all the time.. Is that wrong?
No it aint ...I used to put mine into ECO mode prior to riding out :smiley:
Quote from: O.C. on October 18, 2015, 11:50:27 AM
No it aint ...I used to put mine into ECO mode prior to riding out :smiley:
So did Ant. To be used bellow 6000rpm and less than half throttle for best results. Just gives it a lean map and helps esp on long motorway bashes :punk:
Eco is the way.
As soon as baby is started she is put in to eco mode.
I wish there was a way to keep it in that mode even when switched off.
Quote from: Debs on October 18, 2015, 11:33:32 AM
I use my eco mode all the time.. Is that wrong?
Yes. I never use Eco mode. :wink:
Eco mode? I could have sworn I bought a 1400cc 160bhp motorcycle. If I wanted Eco would have bought a Dullville. :scooter:: :mfr_lol:
Or a BMW...
It saves fuel then you have more for full power blasting!
Quote from: Boomer on October 18, 2015, 03:26:42 PM
Eco mode? I could have sworn I bought a 1400cc 160bhp motorcycle. If I wanted Eco would have bought a Dullville. :scooter:: :mfr_lol:
With ECO mode you have the best of both worlds George :clap:
Quote from: virginiajim on October 18, 2015, 03:31:21 PM
Or a BMW...
Behave yourself you naughty lad :mfr_lol: [/color]
Another vote for Eco mode. Should be the setting it comes on with. Call it normal and have to switch to Power mode and everyone would be happy.
Eco mode only has an effect up to 6000 rpm and for me, make the throttle response so much nicer in the real world. Doesn't stop you winding on or using the revs.
Quote from: virginiajim on October 18, 2015, 02:55:11 PM
Yes. I never use Eco mode. :wink:
Have you got ECO mode on the silver bullet ?
Quote from: Boomer on October 18, 2015, 03:26:42 PM
Eco mode? I could have sworn I bought a 1400cc 160bhp motorcycle. If I wanted Eco would have bought a Dullville. :scooter:: :mfr_lol:
:agree:
I shudder at the thought of " You meet the nicest people on Dullville " :mfr_lol:
Love the fact the GTR has a bit of spirit :punk:
Quote from: Charlie747 on October 19, 2015, 01:49:00 AM
Have you got ECO mode on the silver bullet ?
Of course not... The classic C14 models 08/09 only had ABS as an option. It wasn't until the model 10 year they started putting that silly accessory on the bikes.
I do like eco mode.. Saves me money on fuel so I can ride her more often :banana:
Ok, I can see that point but I average about 45mpg even with thrashing it. How much better is the gas mileage on Eco?
Quote from: virginiajim on October 19, 2015, 04:56:58 PM
Ok, I can see that point but I average about 45mpg even with thrashing it. How much better is the gas mileage on Eco?
That depends somewhat on wind turbulence, tail wind, head wind, solo, two up, tyre pressures, (did we discuss them) pannier cases fitted or not screen adaptations which is something else we could throw in for discussion) pannier inner bags, tyre type, colour of bike (GREEN is fastest) .....and basically ~~~~~~~~~~~~~
how heavy handed you are :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
I did a short trip around Wales and Southen England at the start of the month. I dont dawdle..but I do use Ecomost of the time. Ut turns itself off when you decided to get a bit spirited, north of 6000 revs
Quote from: O.C. on October 19, 2015, 05:21:20 PM
That depends somewhat on wind turbulence, tail wind, head wind, solo, two up, tyre pressures, (did we discuss them) pannier cases fitted or not screen adaptations which is something else we could throw in for discussion) pannier inner bags, tyre type, colour of bike (GREEN is fastest) .....and basically ~~~~~~~~~~~~~
how heavy handed you are :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
Thanks for that most uncomplicated answer.... :mfr_lol:
What is MPG ??? :whistling: :popcorn:
Quote from: pross on October 19, 2015, 08:45:26 PM
What is MPG ??? :whistling: :popcorn:
Now don't go upsetting them Bro :mfr_lol:
Quote from: Charlie747 on October 19, 2015, 09:37:01 PM
Now don't go upsetting them Bro :mfr_lol:
Sorry :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol: