Took a dremel to the spot welds that hold the butterfly v/v on and took it out. Hope it isn't placebo effect but I'm convinced it is smoother at lower revs. Muckle chuffed
Made a massive difference when I removed mine. Much smoother. A must do mod on the older models I reckon.
I keep getting EXLV Fault ... I've heard that the servo can be disconnected and a frig done to stop the valve closing. Any clues anybody? Off to Holland tomorrow and just done pre flight checks and the bloody error is back!!
Too late for your trip to Holland, but have a look at this thread when you get back. http://ducatiforum.co.uk/f6/poor-low-speed-running-fixed-12409/#post186410
Thanks Briggers. I thought I had read some ware about a mod. think I will have a go at trying to smooth things out as it is a right handful on occasions trying to ride slow in anything outher than 1st cog. Has anybody tried an ECU re-map to solve the issue?
As well as removing the butterfly vv (quite easy with a dremel) I have FATDUC's fitted. Removes the need for a spring bodge and bike runs so much cleaner at low revs. Best bang for buck I reckon, ultimate would be new exhaust and full map but that'll have to wait!
Hello guys, I know there has been a discussion on the issue of these valves. But I just wanted to ask is it worth taking the cover of and smothering the valve hinge in grease as a preventative measure? Is there a grease which will with stand the heat? Just rather a prevention than a cure. Also is it easy to remove the cans cover? Thanks
Grease wise - possibly try Cera-Tec - it's designed for braking systems (lubing pins and back of pads etc) so should be up to heat. I have been using it instead of copper grease for donkeys years and it's always still in place come pad change time doing its job. Has a melting point of 1000 C, is non-conductive electrically (not likely to interfere with the electric bits on the valve in that case) and is pretty cheap and you can use it on your brake pad changes too
Tonight I was in the mood to fix things... The exhaust valve, it's been jamming shut on and off for a few weeks. Finally pulled my finger out and sorted it. Broke a drill bit in the process, annoying
