Are Factory Race ECM's interchangeable?

[matt87951]

For example, would a race ECM for a 2005 XB12R work on a 2005 XB9R? I assume not simply due to the displacement difference, but want to be sure.

If that doesn't work, are any of the ECM's interchangeable, on a year basis? For example would a 2004 XB9R race ECM work on a 2005 XB9R?

Or do the ECM's have to match year for year, model for model?

Thanks! I couldn't find anything on the search on this, maybe because it's common knowledge!? Sorry for the newbie questions.

Thanks again,
-Matt

 

[wolfo68]

you can get the 9r map, but you could also do that with your stock one.

I know the hardware changed a bit between years so just changing the maps is probably the best bet

 

[matt87951]

you can get the 9r map, but you could also do that with your stock one.

I know the hardware changed a bit between years so just changing the maps is probably the best bet

So getting a ECMSpy cable and the race map for correct year/model would be best/easiest? Can you save the current map that is on your ECM in case you ever want to revert back to stock? That's really why I was considering getting an extra ECM, just in case I wanted to go back to stock.

Thanks,
-Matt

 

[Stevenc150]

Can you save the current map that is on your ECM in case you ever want to revert back to stock?

Exactly. Need to download the ECMSpy manual off of the website - ECMspy.com. Read up while you're waiting on cable. Then post back up when you need maps. There's a great thread on how to turn Stock to Race ECMs. - Flashing Maps - Correct Method

 

[wolfo68]

post a thread or send me a pm when you get your cable and one of the the members or myself will help you through it.