TRE? how important is it to have?

[suckerpunch]

Timing retard eliminator.

I dont have one but was told its a must have. Please help me learn why?

Who has one?

[BluApe]

The Timing Retard Eliminator (TRE) is an electronic device that fools the engine control unit (ECU) of a motorcycle into thinking the gearbox is always in 4th or 5th gear and avoids the ECU retarding the ignition timing. The retardation reduces power and is done to limit partial throttle opening power in the lower gears (to prevent inexperienced riders from pulling wheelies) and acts as a speed limiter (300 km/h / 186 mph) of the motorcycle. This is very common on Suzuki sport bikes. Kawasaki also have a similar system. The modulation of the ignition curve varies from model to model as well as make. They do not usually provide any additional power overall but can increase top speed by preventing the ECU from seeing the 6th gear, where it would activate an earlier rev limiter. They may also reduce the hesitation or stumble of the engine when coming off idle.

Most TRE's are indicated for "off road/race use" only. They may violate local emissions and other requirements.

'Smart' TRE's switch off when the bike is shifted into neutral. This removes the rough idling which can occur when using a normal TRE.

[suckerpunch]

well ok then. Thanks

[suckerpunch]

This will be a great upgrade along with my air box modification, pipes cut to shortys, and power commander.

[rgmrts]

is that why i cant pull a wheelie on my wifes bike 1st gear 10,000rpm and i cant get it to come up???

[Admin]

Aug 27, 2010 11:48:05 GMT -8 rgmrts said:

is that why i cant pull a wheelie on my wifes bike 1st gear 10,000rpm and i cant get it to come up???

viagra helps

[rgmrts]

spoonfull in the tank and itll come right up i will try it dale!!!!