Afternoon all I’m new to the 1000RR world, having recently upgraded the RRV that I’ve owned for the last 10 years. The new(er) Blade is a late 2005 model in the Repsol colour scheme, and I’ve just christened it on a 2,500 mile ride round Germany, Italy, France (and a few others along the way!). I’m totally wowed by the bike, however have a couple of questions that I’m hoping the folks here might be able to help with: 1. The Speedo has started under-reading by about 25%-27% (although the odometer is fine). At 6k in top gear, the speedo was reading around 100mph, however, half way round Europe, it started reading about 73mph at these revs. A mechanic friend thinks it will be the sensor at fault, but I recently searched online and found a number of posts (from North America), mentioning this problem and that Honda performed a recall in 2004 / 2005. I’ve also run a search on this forum and only found reference to something called a Speedo Healer, which I don’t think is relevant. I’ve tried switching to KMH, then back to MPH, and then disconnecting the battery; neither of these has made any difference? Anyone got any ideas please? Although perhaps a plausible excuse, I’d rather not have to start several conversations along the lines of ‘Officer, honestly – my speedo was only reading 72mph…’ 2. A previous owner has thoughtfully fitted a Power Commander, however, due to the choking effect the bike has on riders who are following me, and the sooty deposits around the end of the exhaust can, I suspect it is running a bit rich and needs re-mapping, etc. JS Gedge suggested I try PDM Racing in Bexhill, however, their phone numbers I picked up from the internet are all out of service – does anyone know if they’re still going, or can anyone offer a recommendation on someone (preferably not too far from the Hastings area) who can look at the fueling of a Blade with a Power Commander fitted? Many thanks in advance – and apologies for this being a bit of a ‘needy’ first post. Will dig out a few photos of the trip and add to this later this evening – hopefully. For my sins, I also have an LC350 special (with YPVS engine) and a 1150GSA, which is my daily ride. Honestly can’t think of a better combination of bikes, unless perhaps, I could also add a CCM R30, an RG500 and perhaps….. Cheers - Guy
welcome to 1000RR Guy. Sorry I can't offer any help with your Qs but I'm sure the forum will have you sorted in no time. Andy B
Hi n welcome dude......Hastings that's not too far from Arthur..you are indeed a lucky man,very highly thought of on here.
Hi Guy welcome to the forum. The speedo re-call was for the early 2004 model which did unread due to incorrect soft ware so doubt very much it would have effected the 2005 model. You need to sort out the fuelling before you consider fitting a power commander . If you need help and assistance you can PM as I have dealt with several hundred blades.
