I've loved this bike since I got it a couple years ago, but one thing that I've always had an issue with is the throttle response. It has always seemed so harsh to me. I even installed Ivan's FCE at the beginning of this season trying to find some way to smooth things out. I've found the throttle transitions in the corners to be disconcerting.
So last night I tried an experiment. And so far, I'm loving it. I turned up the idle speed screw and now have idle set around 1600 RPM, instead of the factory standard of 1100 RPM. And I have to say that I love the change. I've only done about 80 miles so far, but I don't see going back. Engine braking is significantly reduced, and roll-ons are significantly smoother. The reduced engine braking also means the back brake is actually useful for helping control lower speeds. Engine braking was so strong before it was redundant. Shifting is also significantly smoother as well.
The only downside I can see is possibly reduced MPG in traffic, and increased heat in traffic.
So last night I tried an experiment. And so far, I'm loving it. I turned up the idle speed screw and now have idle set around 1600 RPM, instead of the factory standard of 1100 RPM. And I have to say that I love the change. I've only done about 80 miles so far, but I don't see going back. Engine braking is significantly reduced, and roll-ons are significantly smoother. The reduced engine braking also means the back brake is actually useful for helping control lower speeds. Engine braking was so strong before it was redundant. Shifting is also significantly smoother as well.
The only downside I can see is possibly reduced MPG in traffic, and increased heat in traffic.