Hello all, So I recently replaced the 749 motor I had in my 2003 base model bike (59m ecu). I replaced it with a 2004 749s motor. I was thinking I could simply remap my 59m ecu with a map from a 749s but I'm realizing that the 2004 and on 749s maps come off a 5am (because the cams and valves are bigger on the S models) ecu and the maps are not interchangeable between the two ECUs. Q1- Is there a way to utilize my 59m ecu and somehow add a 749s map from a 2004+ on it? Q2- Or do I get a 5am ecu and map it with a 2004+ map? I hear 848,1098,1198 ECUs are all IMMO virgins or only certain ones, is that correct? This ECU dilemma is the last thing I need to get under control to get my bike running again, besides the tps reset, and throttle bodies sync'd. I have the comm and fiat adapter cables along with the free software to read/ write the maps. Any/all help would be appreciated.
You cannot flash 5AM maps onto 59M ECUs. An ECU off an 848/1098/1198/SF/HM would fit the bill. TuneECU (an Android App) will give you access to 749S maps for the 5AM. https://tuneecu.net/Ducati_Tune_list.html
That sounds about rite. Thanks for responding. Somebody reached out to me with a 59m 749s DP map and said the map was for a 749s with an exhaust and that it would run somewhat rich, but would work. What do you think? Would it be safe to use with a stock exhaust, although I do have DNA airfilters, will that balance out the issue some (and possibly Invest in a PC?)? Or just invest in 5AM ecu and get a 749s basemap?
It would run but the fuelling would be too rich. Give it a try. Guzzidiag writer should write to your 59M.
Reduced Power: The engine may feel sluggish and lack horsepower, especially at higher RPMs. Fuel Smell: A noticeable smell of unburned fuel or gas from the exhaust is a common sign. Black Smoke: Black smoke coming from the exhaust is a direct indicator of excess fuel. Fouled Spark Plugs: The excessive fuel can leave deposits on the spark plug, making it inefficient and causing misfires. Difficulty Starting: The engine may be harder to start, especially when it's hot, because it requires less fuel when warm. Poor Throttle Response: You may experience sputtering or hesitation when you accelerate. Poor Fuel Efficiency: The bike will use more fuel than necessary, requiring more frequent refueling. Struggling at Higher Elevations: The engine will run worse at higher altitudes where air is less dense, further increasing the fuel-to-air ratio.
Oh man, that is very discouraging. I may just upgrade to an 2008-1098R ecu i saw on ebay for about 250$ (IAM 5AM.BS/HW610), would that ecu work? I have a 5am BIN map for a 749s .
