Looking at a 2010 RMK 800 155 with only 500 miles on it. Does the 10 RMK have issues like the 08-09 Dragons?? Or has that been "fixed" Thanks for your help.
Thom
Thom
2010 RMK, Still need Fix Kit??
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The 2010 was updated from the 2009 with dual ring pistons, different head, and Muffler.
It still needs a Power Commander to clean up the lean midrange mapping as well as different pistons. You should go with a Forged Piston for RK TEK. He has custom made pistons that have been proven in this Engine!
The Power Commander also adds 8-10 HP from the map that gets downloaded to it.
Do a compression check and make sure it's in the 120s with no more variance then 5psi each cylinder. IMO that is even too much and the sign of a problem starting.
It still needs a Power Commander to clean up the lean midrange mapping as well as different pistons. You should go with a Forged Piston for RK TEK. He has custom made pistons that have been proven in this Engine!
The Power Commander also adds 8-10 HP from the map that gets downloaded to it.
Do a compression check and make sure it's in the 120s with no more variance then 5psi each cylinder. IMO that is even too much and the sign of a problem starting.
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To the OP. the 10 has a thicker liner skirt (not really a liner but you get the idea) which IMO is a step in the right direction. That said it did not fix the issue. Get the fix kit, carry a spare VR in your pack and use non-ethanol premium gas. The fuel controller is a good idea but not required.
Also note: if your putting the fix kit in a used motor be really thorough in your inspection of the cylinders. Best to just send them out along with your fix kit pistons and have them replated to match.
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The Power Commander is about OHHH a 99% MUST HAVE on these engines.
It seems people on this site are not aware of the scary lean midrange on these engines.
And it adds 10 HP as it cleans up the mapping. No brainier!
It seems people on this site are not aware of the scary lean midrange on these engines.
And it adds 10 HP as it cleans up the mapping. No brainier!
J
Not required if the fix kit is installed... In fact it's recommended by MTNTek to reinstall the original 08/09 map which was the leanest map the dragon ever had.
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? Spare VR? ?? what is that
what is a VR? I am new to the IQ and have a 2010 800 dragon. I am looking for things I need when I go to the mountains.... Last thing I want to do is sit in the hotel room when everyone else is out riding!! Thanks in advance for any and all help!!
what is a VR? I am new to the IQ and have a 2010 800 dragon. I am looking for things I need when I go to the mountains.... Last thing I want to do is sit in the hotel room when everyone else is out riding!! Thanks in advance for any and all help!!
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