Is it safe to run a pointy with a desnorkel and race can?
 

Hi guys

I know desnorkel threads come up quite often.

I just wanted to know if anybody has ever had the fueling checked on a dyno to see if its harming the engine.

I have a pipewerx exhaust( no baffle) and desnorkel. My bike feels to run fine and im not worried if ive gained or lost 1bhp. Just dont want to lunch the engine!!

Re: Is it safe to run a pointy with a desnorkel and race can?
 

if your willing to part with the cash then getting it remapped is a good idea as then the ECU is mapped to the bike.

i run a K&N, half snorkel and a warrior. all seems fine and dandy but you can bet top dollar that it would be way out if i had it dyno'd.

Re: Is it safe to run a pointy with a desnorkel and race can?
 

similar setup here... performance air filter, custom stubby can, snorkel pulled out and raised tank, no real issues my end...

bike getting more air - yes...
sound nicer - yes...
getting more or less HP - no idea...
am I going to do anything about getting it remapped - nope

Re: Is it safe to run a pointy with a desnorkel and race can?
 

The mapping the ecm came from factory is set to reach EU regs. Even a standard bike would be smother and more efficient on a custom map.
Modern engines have better tolerance to weak mixtures than old .
Its all down to cost , what you can see (is plug condition exhaust soot oil derogation ) and hear

Re: Is it safe to run a pointy with a desnorkel and race can?
 

It deffo needs the mapping sorted to suit i think

I like the sound, but have noticed that if the crack the throttle wide open from low rpm the engine feels a bit flat.. It feels fine and quicker if you open it at say 80%? maybe its getting too much air at once? running lean?

Re: Is it safe to run a pointy with a desnorkel and race can?
 

You have ansererd your own question there Chris ;)

Re: Is it safe to run a pointy with a desnorkel and race can?
 

I guessed so!!

personally i cant justify the money for a power commander and set up on a £1500 stop gap commuter bike so it will be going back in.

if i can find a very cheap sv1000 snorkel i will try that, or mayble cut down the standard snorkel