To Ivan-ize or not.

ak602 · 10-18-2016, 03:16 PM

So there has been so much discussion over ivaizing or not. So while I decide the longevity of how long I am going to own my 2009 Voyager, of course I toss around the option of Ivanizing.

Now my bike has a K&N drop in, drilled stock pipes and a Dobeck EJK.

Since the Dobeck the bike runs amazing, however the herky jerky throttle really annoys me. My question is, is Ivanizing going to fix that, or would I be better saving a lot of money and just doing Ranarchy throttle grip mod.

I don't know if I want to keep putting money into this bike because im sure there will be an upgrade in a year or two, reason being is I want ABS and I want a different color.

**JD Hog** · 10-18-2016, 07:40 PM

I had Ray's throttle mod before I Ivanized my bike. After a few months I removed the throttle mod for a smoother slow on and off throttle response. I ride a lot of mountain roads and wanted something less jerky for the slow tight turns. It runs much smoother now with just the reflash only.

bo1966 · 10-18-2016, 09:06 PM

As well, I had the throttle mod before Ivan's flash. I like the two paired. If your going to keep it for another 1 -2 years. I'd do it. I was leery at first and must have sent 20 messages to members trying to get the "real" story. It's amazing what this does for the bike. If anything you'll know you want to do it your next one and wont spend the money on a processor.

**smokier** · 10-19-2016, 07:37 AM

Do the Ivan-iving.

Ride safe,
Smokier

notmighty · 10-19-2016, 08:46 AM

Don't hesitate at all, w/ Ivan's flash you can probably sell the EJK tuner.

redjay · 10-19-2016, 08:51 AM

It comes down to how long are you going to keep the bike.
You state it is running fine now so keep it as is and trade it for the bike you really want when it becomes available.

woodthumb · 10-19-2016, 02:38 PM

as close to factory as u can keep it will cause u lots less headaches down the road... even the tire brand i would not change... however.. i am not all knowing... just me...

TX1700 · 10-19-2016, 03:32 PM

"ABS and I want a different color."
If you are wanting to get a new bike for "ABS or color only" I would wait and get that new bike, but if it is a new Kawasaki 1700 it will still need the Ivanizing.

UNCLE WILLIE · 10-20-2016, 09:55 PM

ive found that with ivans mod the throttle is more sensative .. i had my own throttle mod and took it off because the two together were just to much .. slow turns in first gear like drive ways parking lots etc when u try to creep around bothered me .. any other time its great .. lot of money for a year or two but sure does wake up the bike

JoeOuts · 10-21-2016, 03:32 PM

It's a simple YES! Get your bike Ivanized!

bsilver1968 · 10-21-2016, 05:54 PM

I vote YES on getting the bike Ivanized also. The difference is night and day.

talon · 11-02-2016, 11:15 PM

I have the Ivanized flash on my 2012 and the throttle mod. Love the flash with the Stock intake and Cobra slip-on exhaust. Runs great. It was worth it.

klmullen · 11-08-2016, 05:46 AM

My 2015 Vaquero is ivanized and I love it. The jerky jerky motion you speak of was greatly reduced after his ECU mod. I currently have the throttle mod and ECU mod installed on my bike. Good luck!!

Scootergptx · 11-08-2016, 08:36 AM

I got a pretty unique perspective on this. When I bought the bike, it had all the add ons on it already, except the Ivanized ecu. Thought the bike ran pretty good. Got it Ivanized and it ran even better. Then had the ecu go out. NOTE: not because of getting it done. Anyway, got a plain ecu back in there for now. Yes, there is a difference and it's even more noticeable if you have to go back to a regular ecu.

Get it done.

You can't feed the world, but somewhere out there is someone who can eat your dust.

**JccVaquero** · 11-08-2016, 08:30 PM

I first bought the Dobeck EKJ. I only adjusted it to control the deceleration pop,pop,pop. When I began to think about Ivan's programming controlling the cooling fan I decided to let Ivan re-flash my ECU.

I may have been able to set other parameters to match Ivan's work, but the cooling fan isn't something that can be controlled by the EJK.

I would also recommend Ivan's re-flash. I had my work done late in the season so next year will be the real test of the benefits of the flash.

10-18-2016, 03:16 PM	#1
ak602 Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: SOMERVILLE NJ Posts: 77	To Ivan-ize or not. So there has been so much discussion over ivaizing or not. So while I decide the longevity of how long I am going to own my 2009 Voyager, of course I toss around the option of Ivanizing. Now my bike has a K&N drop in, drilled stock pipes and a Dobeck EJK. Since the Dobeck the bike runs amazing, however the herky jerky throttle really annoys me. My question is, is Ivanizing going to fix that, or would I be better saving a lot of money and just doing Ranarchy throttle grip mod. I don't know if I want to keep putting money into this bike because im sure there will be an upgrade in a year or two, reason being is I want ABS and I want a different color. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-18-2016, 07:40 PM	#2
JD Hog Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Placerville, CA Posts: 2,948	I had Ray's throttle mod before I Ivanized my bike. After a few months I removed the throttle mod for a smoother slow on and off throttle response. I ride a lot of mountain roads and wanted something less jerky for the slow tight turns. It runs much smoother now with just the reflash only. __________________ Jim Diebolt 2015 Vulcan 1700 Voyager ABS The Black Kaw 2005 Vulcan Nomad Sold 2006 Honda 1800 VTX (Freebie) Sold 2008 Harley Ultra Classic Sold 2001 Harley Ultra Classic Sold Hangtown, Kalifornia VBA #2625
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10-19-2016, 07:37 AM	#4
smokier Join Date: May 2015 Location: DBQ Iowa Posts: 1,807	Do the Ivan-iving. Ride safe, Smokier __________________ You only get one, so "Make it the best day ever!" 2014 Victory Cross County Tour Blue Fire Gloss (BFG) "Cruella" Brides Ride: 2012 Victory Crossroads in Sunset Red "Ruby" Previous Vulcans: '15 Vaquero, '12 Vaquero, '10 1700 Nomad, '04 1500 Classic, '01 1500 Classic, '88 Vulcan 750 VROC # 10967 \| VBA # 3115
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10-19-2016, 08:46 AM	#5
notmighty Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 202	Don't hesitate at all, w/ Ivan's flash you can probably sell the EJK tuner. __________________ 2016 Icy White Roaring Toyz BAK Ivanized ECU Vance & Hines Twin Slash Kury Iso Grips Passenger Boards Rotation Industries 26" Juno BadDad 26" Wrap Fender BVD Raked Triple Trees Rear Loweing Kit Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-19-2016, 02:38 PM	#7
woodthumb Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida east coast Posts: 67	as close to factory as u can keep it will cause u lots less headaches down the road... even the tire brand i would not change... however.. i am not all knowing... just me... __________________ 2013 black/titanium nomad 1970 3hp mini bike 1971 Honda CB 350 1978 Honda CX 500 1994 Honda CRF 230 2013 Kaw Nomad 1700
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10-18-2016, 09:06 PM	#3
bo1966 Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: God's country, TX Posts: 139	As well, I had the throttle mod before Ivan's flash. I like the two paired. If your going to keep it for another 1 -2 years. I'd do it. I was leery at first and must have sent 20 messages to members trying to get the "real" story. It's amazing what this does for the bike. If anything you'll know you want to do it your next one and wont spend the money on a processor.
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10-19-2016, 08:51 AM	#6
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,931	It comes down to how long are you going to keep the bike. You state it is running fine now so keep it as is and trade it for the bike you really want when it becomes available.
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10-19-2016, 03:32 PM	#8
TX1700 Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Round Rock, TX Posts: 128	"ABS and I want a different color." If you are wanting to get a new bike for "ABS or color only" I would wait and get that new bike, but if it is a new Kawasaki 1700 it will still need the Ivanizing. __________________ TX1700 on VBA plunge on Texas VROC VROC #36447 VBA #02703 Ivan's reflash 2013 Vulcan Voyager ABS 2002 Road Star (sold)
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10-20-2016, 09:55 PM	#9
UNCLE WILLIE Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: knoxville tn Posts: 227	ive found that with ivans mod the throttle is more sensative .. i had my own throttle mod and took it off because the two together were just to much .. slow turns in first gear like drive ways parking lots etc when u try to creep around bothered me .. any other time its great .. lot of money for a year or two but sure does wake up the bike
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10-21-2016, 03:32 PM	#10
JoeOuts Jr. Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Mass Posts: 35	It's a simple YES! Get your bike Ivanized! __________________ 2015 Vaquero Candy Lime Green (the Fast one) "Leaders Are People Who Go Their Own Way Without Looking to See if Anyone Is Following" ~ John Holt
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10-21-2016, 05:54 PM	#11
bsilver1968 Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 16	I vote YES on getting the bike Ivanized also. The difference is night and day. __________________ Ivanized Mustang Seat ClearView Windshield
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11-02-2016, 11:15 PM	#12
talon Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Van Buren, AR Posts: 462	I have the Ivanized flash on my 2012 and the throttle mod. Love the flash with the Stock intake and Cobra slip-on exhaust. Runs great. It was worth it. __________________ Heath Cady aka "Talon" VBA #01416 2012 Vaquero SE Candy-Lime Green/Black aka "T'Kehla" 2005 Nomad 1600 Black/Silver aka "Mystique" (SOLD) 2006 Vulcan Classic aka "Lil'Wolf" (SOLD) "Life isn't a race; no one gets out alive. May as well slow down and enjoy the ride."
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11-08-2016, 05:46 AM	#13
klmullen Jr. Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Melbourne, FL Posts: 5	Ivanized My 2015 Vaquero is ivanized and I love it. The jerky jerky motion you speak of was greatly reduced after his ECU mod. I currently have the throttle mod and ECU mod installed on my bike. Good luck!!
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11-08-2016, 08:36 AM	#14
Scootergptx Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Grand Prairie, TX Posts: 654	I got a pretty unique perspective on this. When I bought the bike, it had all the add ons on it already, except the Ivanized ecu. Thought the bike ran pretty good. Got it Ivanized and it ran even better. Then had the ecu go out. NOTE: not because of getting it done. Anyway, got a plain ecu back in there for now. Yes, there is a difference and it's even more noticeable if you have to go back to a regular ecu. Get it done. You can't feed the world, but somewhere out there is someone who can eat your dust. __________________ 2011 Vaquero V&H slip ons Roaring Toyz intake PCV (removed) Ivan's ECU flash
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11-08-2016, 08:30 PM	#15
JccVaquero Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Elmira, NY Posts: 36	I first bought the Dobeck EKJ. I only adjusted it to control the deceleration pop,pop,pop. When I began to think about Ivan's programming controlling the cooling fan I decided to let Ivan re-flash my ECU. I may have been able to set other parameters to match Ivan's work, but the cooling fan isn't something that can be controlled by the EJK. I would also recommend Ivan's re-flash. I had my work done late in the season so next year will be the real test of the benefits of the flash. __________________ JohnC VBA#03454 09/03/2016 "Ride for the Red" Big Flats, NY (Red Cross) 07/2017 "ROK Vintage Motorcycle Days" Lexington, OH 07/2017 "National Rally" Lake George, NY
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