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 Welcome to Woolich Racing |
Welcome and thank you for your interest in Woolich Racing products!
We sell products that allow you to reflash your motorcycle's ECU, so that you can tune your bike to the limit and achieve the best possible performance. Woolich Racing also offers a selection of 'Race Tools' to further increase the capabilities of your motorcycle, these including Quickshifter/Autoblipper for clutchless gear changing, Launch Control and more. To tune your bike with the Woolich Racing Software, you (or your tuner) will need to purchase: - An interface (USB or Log Box)
- Harness (either on-bike, or bench) (Some models also need an extension harness)
- Bin File (the standard binary file flashed to your ECU, and Key (licence) to tune 1 bike)
You will also need a PC to install the software and connect the interface to. This allows you to tune your bike an unlimited number of times. The hardware, and software we provide allows the maps in the ECU, to be changed by you or your Tuner. Changing the maps allows the adjustment of the air-fuel ratio to a safer mixture when changing the exhaust on a stock bike, as well as changing the ignition timing, and a host of other maps and settings. A skilled tuner is required to get the correct mixture at all RPM's, and throttle positions. A Tuning shop will normally put the bike on a dyno, and monitor the air-fuel ratio while running the bike through the RPM's. They then make changes to the fuel maps based on the results, and 'tune' your bike. For some models this can be done with the basic USB Package without removing the ECU from the bike. Other models require the ECU to be pulled out of the bike to be flashed using a bench harness. For most customers, they will prefer to take their bike to a dyno tuner to tune their motorcycle, but if you are willing to spend the time to learn how to tune your bike, and to spend the time iterating the tune to achieve a desired result, buying your own kit could be a great investment. These Support Center articles may also be of interest to you:
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| 2021 CBR650R/CB650R ECU Harnesses |
This article specifically relates to 2021 Honda CBR650R and CB650R models. These models cause some confusion when trying to select the correct harness to use to connect the Woolich Racing Communication Interface (Log Box or USB) to the ECU as there are 3 different versions of the 2021 CBR650R/CB650R models.
The information below helps to identify which version you have and then to understand which harness you will need to flash the ECU. #1. Has the old Honda 4 pin diagnostic plug.
This one can be flashed using the Honda Harness Type 1 (on bike), or the Honda Bench Harness Type 1.
This is usually found on a 2020 model that was sold in 2021.
#2. Has the new small 6 pin red diagnostic plug (Euro5 standard), but still uses the single wire K-Line for communications. The diagnostic plug has 4 wires (Black/blue, Orange/white, Brown, Green) This one can be read using the Honda Bench Harness Type 1, OR a Honda On-Bike Harness Type 1 with the Honda Diagnostic Converter Type 1. The grey ECU plug on this model is wired like this. 
#3. Has the new small 6 pin red diagnostic plug (Euro5 standard), but uses a new protocol to talk to the ECU. The diagnostic plug has 5/6 wires, (Black/blue, Brown, Red, White, Green). This one can now also be flashed but requires the UNIVERSAL HARNESS TYPE 4 to do it on the bike or Honda Type 12 Bench Harness for off the bike. The Grey ECU plug on this model is wired like this.
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| Writing to Harley Davidson ECUs |
Harley Davidson ECUs are technically a little different to those from other manufacturers and so there are some key points to be aware in order to avoid potential problems. Most models of ECU from other manufacturers can be written to using a stock bin file with the same part number as the ECU and the bike will run fine. Harley Davidson ECUs require that the bin file first be read from the ECU using the Woolich Racing Tuned (WRT) software and that this file is then subsequently used as the starting point for any modification and is subsequently written back to the ECU.
Writing a stock bin file to a Harley Davidson directly from the Woolich Racing Tuned (WRT) software without first reading your own ECU can cause permanent damage!
You can only write to a Harley Davidson ECU with a Bin File that has been read out from the same bike.
Please use a copy of the backup file as your starting Bin File as described below.
Harley Davidson use the same electronics platform and ECU across many models. Woolich Racing categorizes the Harley Davidson models into groups (e.g. Softail, Sportster etc.) as often the differences between individual models within a group is cosmetic or frame related. The ECU part numbers for Harley Davidson are then shared across several models so are not always unique like they are for other manufacturers.
In order to write to your Harley Davidson ECU, please follow these steps:
- Before writing to the ECU, read out the bin file from your ECU and save the file to a known location on your computer.
- Do not modify this file!
Once the bin file has been read click 'File' > 'Save', and save the file as your MASTER BACKUP file. - Use this file as starting point that you can always revert to should you want to return your ECU to stock.
- It is a good idea to use the Motorcycle VIN as the filename to easily identify it in the future.
- Create a backup copy of the bin file that you read out in Step 1 above
Save this file as your TUNING file. Use this bin file for all changes made during tuning You must only use this saved TUNING file for tuning/setting changes, and writing back to the ECU. - If you make significant changes then it is a good idea to save versions of the bin file at stages which you can easily revert to if you have problems later
- When you have finished making changes to the tuning and would like to write them to the ECU, be sure to load the tuned bin file created in Step 2 above
- Write to the ECU normally.
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| Overview of the WRT software - Video Tutorial *RECOMMENDED VIEWING* |
This video provides an overview of the Woolich Racing Tuned software which can be used to tune your bike and get the best performance out of it. It shows in simple steps how it can be used to to edit various maps and settings including Fuel maps, Ignition maps, and RPM limiters among others before finally writing the new settings to your ECU.
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| What are you able to adjust in the ECU with the Woolich Racing Tuned software? |
The Woolich Racing Tuned software allows you to make changes to the software and maps, and then flash the changes to the ECU on your bike. Below is a list of maps and setting you may be able to adjust. Please note that features and functions vary between make and model.
Note: Features vary per make and model.
To find out exactly what Woolich Racing Tuned features are available for your bike, please review the Bin File Definitions for your model. You can do that by going to our Products page,
clicking on the picture that represents your Make of bike (i.e. Suzuki, Kawasaki or Yamaha), then the Model/Year relevant to you. Then, from either within the flashing package at the top of the page, or the individual Bin File Definition
at the bottom, click to reveal the current features available. We’re adding to these lists all the time, including advanced features like Quickshifter. Be sure to subscribe to our email updates to be notified when these new functions are added.
To learn more about these maps and how to adjust them, please review the Woolich Racing Tuned (WRT) video tutorials, and/or the Tuning with the WRT Software section of the Support Center.
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| The File menu in the WRT software - Video Tutorial |
This video explains the options available on the File Menu in the Woolich Racing Tuned (WRT) software.
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| Account menu in the WRT software - Video Tutorial |
This video explains the various functions of the Account Menu in the Woolich Racing Tuned software.
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| Settings available in the WRT software - Video Tutorial |
This video demonstrates the various functions available within the Settings of the Woolich Racing Tuned
Software.
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| Shortcut Keys for Editing Maps in Woolich Racing Tuned software |
The following shortcut keys can be used when editing maps in the Woolich Racing Tuned software.
A group of cells in a Map can be selected with the mouse as follows:
- Move the cursor to the first cell
- Hold down the left mouse button
- Drag the mouse until the required cells are selected
Selecting a group of cells by holding down the mouse button and dragging
Individual Cells can be selected as follows:
- Move the cursor to a cell
- Hold down the 'Ctrl' key
- Click on the Cell with the left mouse button
- Continue to hold down the 'Ctrl' key while clicking additional cells with the left mouse button
Selecting multiple cells using 'Ctrl' key
Keyboard shortcuts
Cut, Copy and Paste |
| 'Ctrl' + 'A' |
Select all cells in a map |
| 'Ctrl' + 'C' |
Copy selected cells |
| 'Ctrl' + 'V' |
Paste cells, select the top left cell where you would like the cells pasted then press 'Ctrl' +
'V' |
Undo and Redo| Ctrl' + 'Z' | Undo previous change | | 'Ctrl' + 'Y' | Redo previous change after using 'undo' |
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Changing Values in a Map |
| Number Keys (1, 2, 3...0) |
Press a number key and the selected cells will be increased by the corresponding percentage e.g. press 4 and the selected cells will be increased by 4% |
| 'Ctrl' + Number Keys (1, 2, 3...0) |
Hold down the 'Ctrl' key then press a number key and the selected cells will be decreased by the corresponding percentage e.g. Hold down 'Ctrl' key and press 4 and the selected cells will be decreased by 4% |
| 'Ctrl' + 'S' |
Smooth a range of cells by selecting the cells, then press 'Ctrl' + 's' keys |
| 'S' |
Set the same value into a range of cells by selecting the cells, then press 's' key, a dialogue box will appear where you can enter a value, click OK to set the selected cells to the value |
| '+' |
Add 1 to the selected cells |
| '-' |
Subtract 1 from the selected cells |
| '*' |
Increase selected cells by 5% |
| '/' |
Decrease selected cells by 5% |
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| Using WRT Software in remote locations |
Preparations in using Woolich Racing Software when in remote places.
Please note: these instructions are relevant to all models in the Woolich Racing Software, except for 2016+ ZX-10R, ZX10RR, Ninja H2/ H2R and 2017+ ZX14R. You will still be able to log and view data for these models, but you cannot write the ECU with any changes without an internet connection.
*2020 Update: All bin files where the model begins with 2020, or newer, will now require an internet connection for every ECU flash.
Before travelling you should perform the following. • Have a laptop that has an ACTIVE Woolich Racing Account. • Ensure that you are already logged in to the software. • Open and close the software to check for updates and check for firmware updates on your interface. • While you still have an internet connection, ensure you have clicked on the ‘Account’ drop-down menu, and selected ‘Download Bin File Definitions’ and 'Download Keys' to ensure you have all your keys available to you. can read and write to the ECU. • Turn off wi-fi on the laptop so the software won’t try and look for an internet connection.
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| Harness Installation (On Bike Harness) |
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| Opening Bin File Definitions - Video Tutorial |
This short video demonstrates how to open a new bin file in the Woolich Racing Tuned software. It also
shows the process of purchasing a bin file definition from the Woolich Racing website.
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| Which ECU Part Number should I choose? |
Every vehicle ECU is unique to a specific vehicle and has a unique part number which allows us to identify which vehicle a particular ECU is for. If you are going to write to the ECU using the WRT software it is critical that the correct part number is selected, writing the ECU with the wrong part number can damage the ECU permanently.
To determine which ECU Part Number (ie. which Bin File Definition) to use for your particular ECU - Connect your harness and Interface to the ECU
- Connect the Interface to your computer via USB cable
- Ensure the v3 Interface is in normal operation mode
- Switch should be in the right-hand side position
- The green LED will be on constantly while in an idle state.
- If using an older (eg. v2) device, put the device into 'Read/Write' mode
- Switch should be in the right-hand side position
- The red LED will be ON
- In the WRT software select the menu "Tools" > "Read Part Number and Serial Number", this will read the ECU Part Number and Serial Number from the ECU.
You will be able to see exactly which Bin File is in the ECU and use this Bin File as your starting point for further tuning.
Note: The Read Serial Number function is not available for all models of ECU, some of the Denso ECU's are not able to be read from the main ECU connectors, so the Read Part Number and Serial Number option is not available. If this is the case you can determine which ECU Part number to use by inspecting the Part Number on the ECU (see below).
There are usually several ECU Part numbers listed for a particular model of bike.e.g. 32920-21H50_DJ0HSE01 32920-21H50_DJ0HSE51
21175-0082_F569146E 21175-0082_F569154E
The part number is made up of 3 sections:
Manufacturer Identifier: - Suzuki: 32920-21H60_DJ0HSE00
- Kawasaki: 21175-0082_F569146E
ECU Part Number: - Suzuki: 32920-21H60_DJ0HSE00
- Kawasaki: 21175-0082_F569146E
Bin File Serial Number: - Suzuki: 32920-21H50_DJ0HSE00
- Kawasaki: 21175-0082_F569146E
The Manufacturer Identifier and ECU Part Number are either stamped into the plastic case of the ECU or on a sticker on the ECU. The Bin File Serial Number is not visible externally, it is in the bin file inside the ECU.
NOTE: For some ECU's like BMW's, V4/V2 platform Ducati's, Harley Davidsons, and some new-generation Suzuki's like the 2021+ Hayabusa, 2021+ GSX-S 1000 and GSX-8S, the part number can only be found by using the software to check the part number. For BMW and Harley Davidson ECU's, you must use a readout file from the ECU as the basis for flashing the ECU. You cannot flash a stock file opened directly from WRT.
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| Why are there several Bin File Definitions listed for a ECU Part Number? |
There are quite often multiple revisions of Bin Files that are released for a particular ECU Part Number. When this is the case you will see an ECU Part number listed with the revision number following the part number. On the ECU itself you would only see 21175-1426, and not the revision number following it.
For example: 21175-1426_ FG3273C and 21175-1426_ RG3273C are both valid part numbers for the same ECU.
In this case the 'RG' version is a post-recall bin file revision of this ECU part number, and therefore is the most up-to-date version. So for this particular example if you have a 21175-1426 ECU, it would be safe to flash either the FG or RG version of this part number.
The best way to determine which Bin File revision is inside your ECU is to use Tools > Read Part Number and Serial Number (requires you to open a bin file first).
Then you can Read ECU, and load the Bin File that is currently in the ECU into the Woolich Racing Tuned software. If we do not currently have the Bin File, the Woolich Racing Tuned software will prompt you to send the bin file through to Woolich Racing so we can add it to the software and then Open a Support Ticket to inform us you have submitted a new file.
We like to ensure that you have access to all of the Bin Files for a particular model so you can always flash your ECU back to stock. You will not be able to Write to the ECU until you have sent us the Bin File.
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| Bin File Configuration (Map Unification) in WRT |
The Fuel and Ignition maps in the ECU allow you to edit down to the Individual Cylinder Maps. There can also be Group Maps which provide other groupings of Fuel and Ignition Maps e.g. Gear Groups or Upper and Lower Injectors. When editing maps and/or using the Woolich Racing AutoTune it is much easier to work with a unified set of maps. This allows you to edit one map and the changes are applied to all of the associated maps.
If you unify Fuel Cylinder maps, when you edit the Fuel Maps you will only need to change one Fuel Map and the changes will be applied to all of the cylinder maps. You can configure Fuel and Ignition map unification settings in the "Bin File Configuration" screen shown below. You can gain access to this screen by clicking on the "Configuration" button on the main screen in WRT.
'Bin File Configuration' window showing Fuel/Ignition Map Unification settings
Unifying and 'Maintain cylinder offset' presents you with one map to change, and the software handles the differences between the individual cylinders automatically. If the factory setup is for each cylinder to get a different amount of fuel, then the software will handle all those differences in the background, and you just need to change one map. Unifying and setting it to a particular cylinder, also presents you with one map to change, but will make all cylinders use that same cylinder's map. Any changes are applied across all cylinders evenly, with the same values (same map for all cylinders). This video shows you how to use the Bin File Configuration section of the Woolich Racing Tuned software to unify fuel and ignition maps for easier editing.
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| Modifying Maps - General Map Features & Hotkeys |
In this Support Center Item we will explore the features that are available in all WRT maps, including fuel, ignition, other maps and RaceTools maps. Using these hotkeys will be more convenient than using the mouse to click on the buttons, particularly if you are using a trackpad on a laptop.
At the top left corner you will see a default adjustment value of 5.0%. This is the value that is used to alter the selected cells when you click the ‘Add’ or ‘Subtract’ buttons. You can also change this from a percentage change to an absolute value change by clicking the drop-down menu and choosing '+/-'.
Keyboard Number Shortcuts
Instead of using the buttons on screen in the WRT software, you can also use the number keys on the top of the keyboard or the Number Pad. Pressing these buttons will make an addition to the cell as a percentage of the existing value.
Holding Ctrl while pressing that number will subtract that number as a percentage of the existing value
Example:
A: Pressing ‘5’ will add 5% to the existing value
Pressing '5' Turns into >
B: If instead we press Ctrl + ‘8’, it will subtract 8% from the existing value
Pressing 'Ctrl' + '8' Turns into >
Using ‘Copy’ will copy your selected cells, and ‘Paste’ will paste all of the cells that you selected. You can undo and redo your changes at any time. The standard windows shortcuts for Copy (Ctrl+C), Paste (Ctrl+V), Undo (Ctrl+Z) and Redo (Ctrl+Y) will also work in the WRT software.
If you click the ‘Set Values’ button (or press the 'S' key), a window will appear that will allow you to input a specific value.
Smoothing (not available in RaceTools maps):
The ‘Smooth’ button will reduce the difference between cells in the map. If you only select one cell, using the Smooth feature will smooth the entire map. When you select multiple cells, the ‘Smooth’ feature will apply an algorithmic function in order to ‘even out’ or smooth the values based on the values in the cells chosen. You can see the effect of the smoothing function by looking at the results in the 3D graph. Here you can see in the 3D graph that smoothing an area will reduce the difference between the cells selected. You can use the Smooth feature multiple times, but each additional time it is used there will be a reduced smoothing effect as the values converge towards each other. The Smoothing function can be applied in any type of map except for RaceTools maps.
In the screenshots below we are looking at the values added to the 'Value Trim' tab.
We can select a different are of cells to smooth out a larger region if we want. Keep in mind these values are 'value trim', but the smoothing calculation is made using the actual table values from the 'Values' tab, not based off of the values applied in the trim tabs.
Below we have a visual example of the 'Smooth' function on the 3D graph.
Before Smoothing selected cells
After Smoothing selected cells twice
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| Modifying Maps - Map Descriptions |
The Woolich Racing Tuned software includes stock maps for all supported ECUs. The stock maps have been read from original ECUs that were written to by the manufacturer, so these maps represent the vehicle in its original state when it left the factory.
Modern ECUs may contain dozens of different maps, all created by the manufacturer in order to control their vehicle in a specific way. We are typically able to identify the majority of the maps available like fuel and ignition but we do not always have descriptions for all of the maps that the manufacturers have created and the manufacturers do not provide us with this information.
Since early 2023 we have begun to add short descriptions of the maps that may help you with tuning different maps in WRT.
Screenshot of Map Descriptions
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| Editing Fuel Maps - IAP & TPS - Video Tutorial |
This video explains the various ways that you can edit fuel maps in the Woolich Racing Tuned software, it
also covers some of the various maps that are available in the bin files.
What's the difference between IAP and TPS Fuel Maps?
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| Editing Ignition Maps - Video Tutorial |
This video explains the various ways that you can edit ignition maps in the Woolich Racing Tuned (WRT) software.
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| Modifying Maps - Ignition Maps |
The ignition maps represent the ignition timing of the spark before top dead centre (BTDC). Please note that the numbers used by different manufacturers do not always represent an exact angle BTDC in degrees (º).
Typically speaking, the values in the ignition map tables are degrees of advance, usually in units of degrees before TDC, but not always (ie. this is manufacturer-specific). Negative values would represent an ignition spark occurring after the piston reaches TDC. In most cases it will not be possible to enter negative values into ignition timing.
Ignition timing is very important because it will affect how efficiently the combustion of the air-fuel mixture translates into power output.
- If ignition timing is set too early, the expansion of gas will try and push the piston downwards while it is trying to move upwards towards the top of its stroke. This can also cause pre-detonation which can increase engine temperatures, and cause severe damage to the engine, particularly under high loads.
- If the ignition timing is set too late, the output will not be used effectively as the expansion of gas will be trying to catch up to the piston while it is already moving downwards. This can also cause backfire to occur from the exhaust.
If you are going to advance the ignition, make sure to make a small change and test the bike before advancing it further. If you increase the ignition advance too quickly, you will risk damaging or even destroying your engine and components.
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| How do you tune Ignition Maps? |
The ignition maps control the timing of the ignition spark, the values in these maps are typically degrees before top dead centre (BTDC).
The values in the ignition map tables are usually degrees of advance i.e. degrees before the piston is at the very top of its travel.
Ignition timing is very important because it will affect how efficiently the combustion of the air-fuel mixture translates into power output. - If ignition timing is set too early, the expansion of gas will try and push the piston downwards while it is trying to move upwards towards the top of its stroke. This can also cause pre-detonation which can increase engine temperatures, and cause severe damage to the engine, particularly under high loads.
- If the ignition timing is set too late, the output will not be used effectively as the expansion of gas will be trying to catch up to the piston while it is already moving downwards. This can also cause backfire to occur from the exhaust.
If you are going to advance the ignition, make sure to make a small change and test the bike before advancing it further.
One method for tuning ignition maps is as follows: - Tune Fuel Maps for correct AFR
- Establish base torque curve with stock Ignition maps
- Add small amount of advance (e.g. 1 or 2 degrees) to ignition maps
- Tune fuel maps to correct for any changes to fuelling due to additional ignition advance
- Test on dyno to determine if additional ignition advance has improved torque curve
- If torque has improved go to step 3 above and repeat.
- When torque stops increasing after adding additional ignition advance, reduce ignition advance by 2 degrees to be on the safe side
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| Other Maps - ETV Maps |
ETV maps control the Electronic Throttle Valve operation, which uses a TPS (Throttle Position Sensor) to tell the ECU how much to open the ETV at a certain RPM.
Some models use an 'Absolute' cell value, meaning the value in the cell is how much the ETV will open. In figure A below, we can tell by looking at the cell values that it is using the absolute cell value.
Figure A: Example Yamaha ETV table
Other models, particularly Kawasakis, use a 'Relative' cell value, meaning the cell value is multiplied by its corresponding TPS value at the top of the column to determine it's ETV opening.
Figure B: Example Kawasaki ETV table
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| Other Maps - Injector Balance |
The injector balance map controls the split between the lower and upper injectors. Generally, the lower injector is used more at lower RPM and throttle settings (TPS), the upper secondary injectors are used more as the throttle opens and the RPM increases.
Figure A: Hayabusa Injector Balance Map
The Injector Balance map allows you to control the split between the lower and upper injectors. This is an advanced setting for high power applications where the maximum amount of injector capacity is required. By setting the injector balance to 50/50 both injectors handle the same amount of fuel delivery. The injector balance always adds up between the two injectors to meet a value of 100%.
The lower injector is used exclusively at lower RPMs and throttle position, so you will need to check the map to see if the numbers show the percentage usage of the upper or lower injector.
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| Other Maps - Ignition Dwell |
Ignition Dwell maps control how long the ignition coils are charged before the ignition spark is fired.
Ignition Dwell usually only requires adjustment when making major performance modifications like a installing a turbocharger or supercharger. If you have decided to make changes to the ignition dwell maps, please ensure you make small changes and test them to minimize the risks of having a dwell time that is too short or too long.
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| Other Maps - Common Other Maps and What They Do |
There are many different 'Other Maps' that can be found in the software depending on the specific bike. Below are the most common maps that can be found and their basic descriptions.
- ETV
- ETV (Electronic Throttle Valve) maps control how much the ETV is opened, usually from 0% (fully closed) to 100% (fully open), based on the engine RPM and the TPS signal from the throttle-by-wire sensor. This map is only found on bikes which use an electronic throttle valve.
It is best to adjust this map based on rider feedback and preference.
- STP
- STP (Secondary Throttle Plate) maps are available in the maps for some bikes which use a cable throttle, to optimize the flow of air into the engine under different load conditions.
The STP map controls how much the secondary throttle plates open relative to primary throttle position and RPM.
- Fuel Trim
- Ignition Dwell
- Ignition Dwell is the amount of time the ignition coil is charged during the ignition sequence.
- Injector Balance
- Injector Balance maps control the balance in the share of fuel injected by the upper and lower injectors at any given RPM and TPS.
The lower injectors are generally used at low-mid RPM ranges, with the upper injectors starting to be used at higher TPS and RPM regions.
Some models will only have an ‘Upper Injector’ balance map.
- Exhaust Valve
- Exhaust Valve Opening maps control how far the exhaust valve is opened at any given RPM and TPS.
For bikes that have a complete aftermarket exhaust system installed, there is usually no exhaust valve and so this map will not be functional. This is also the case for bikes that have had the exhaust valve/servo removed.
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| What are the Ram Air Maps? |
The Ram Air maps are a gear-based trim map, these can be found in the Woolich Racing Tuned software by clicking on the 'Other Maps' button if available for the specific model. These maps allow the ECU to calculate the amount of extra fuel that needs to be added to account for the additional airflow
from the pressurized air box i.e. 'Ram Air'. Larger numbers in this map indicate that there is more 'Ram Air' effect and more fuel will be added.
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| Editing STP (Secondary Throttle Plate) Maps |
The Secondary Throttle Plate (STP) map controls how much the secondary throttle plates open, relative to primary throttle position and RPM. The value in the map is the amount the STP
is open. The map value is selected based on Throttle Position Sensor (TPS, top axis) and RPM (side axis).
In the example below the highlighted blue cell shows that the Electronic Throttle Valve will be 59.6% open when the engine is running at 5600RPM, and the Throttle Position Sensor is at 60%. 
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| How do I adjust limiters? |
It is normal for ECUs to limit several engine functions to prevent damage from mechanical components or to increase rider safety. The Woolich Racing Tuned software allows these 'Limiters' to be modified on supported models. The settings for the Limiters can be found by clicking on the 'Limiters' button in the main window, or under 'Advanced Settings' on some models.
The types of Limiters that are available to view and modify depends specifically on the model of bike, these may include: - RPM Limiter
- This may be split into Neutral/Clutch RPM Limiter and Gear RPM Limiter
- Top speed limiter
- Hardcut Fuel limiter
The screenshot below shows the Limiters available for a 2020 Hayabusa:
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| Woolich Racing Engine Data and Data Viewer Guide |
Woolich Racing Tuned software allows viewing of live engine data which is particularly useful for diagnosing issues especially with the bike on a dyno. The Engine Data screen shows data in real time on the screen but it is also possible to log this data to a file using 'Data Viewer - Live' which can initially be viewed as a graph and then saved allowing it to be reviewed later. The parameters shown on screen in 'Data Viewer - Live' can be customized depending on what you want to see and the capabilities of the particular ECU/bike.
In the videos below we will guide you on how to use and configure the Engine Data, and Data Viewer in the WRT software.
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| Engine Data Types and Setup |
Woolich Racnig Tuned software (WRT) has a 'Engine Data' flag in the bin file definition model information section on the New Bin File screen. This shows which engine data setting needs to be set in your Log Box Device Configuration for any particular model for Engine Data and Data Logging to work.
Virtually all models before 2021 will use the non-OBD2 engine data modes, and some models 2021 onwards which use a Universal Harness will use the OBD2 Engine Data mode. Engine Data Type indicator
There are 3 Engine Data types currently: - Non OBD2/None
- OBD2 - CAN
- OBD2 - K-Line
For non-OBD2/None and OBD2-K-Line engine data models the standard configuration can be used, which means the 'OBD2 Engine Data Mode' option should be left unticked.
For the OBD2 - CAN engine data models the 'OBD2 Engine Data Mode' needs to be ticked and saved in the Device Configuration, in order for Engine Data to work.
Tools > Device Configuration
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| Engine Data logging settings |
The Woolich Racing Log Box products allow data to be written (logged) to an micro-SD card while the bike is being run on the street, track or dyno. The Log Box will typically start logging data whenever the ignition is started AND the device is NOT connected to the computer.
The exact settings about how the data logging works can be modified by the user in the Woolich Racing Tuned software on the computer. These settings can be viewed by connecting the Log Box to your PC and setting your Log Start Configuration which can be found under Tools > Device Configuration Page as shown below.
The Log Start Configuration is shown as in the screenshot below:
The Default "Log Start Configuration" settings are:
Time Delay (secs) = 0 - The number of seconds to delay before starting to log data after the device is powered on. This setting is useful if you would like to delay data logging to prevent log files from being created when starting the bike for short amounts of time.
Engine Running = not ticked - When this option is checked the engine must be running before data will be logged. This setting is useful to prevent logging data when the key is turned on but the engine is not running.
RPM = 0 - The RPM that the engine must go above before data logging will begin. This setting is useful to delay the start of data logging until the engine has been taken above the selected RPM.
Log data to micro-SD in Engine data Mode = not ticked. - This setting creates data logs on the Interface when in normal operation mode. It is useful if you are using the Interface on the dyno to monitor engine data and you would also like to log data to be used with the Woolich Racing AutoTune.
OBD2 Engine data = not ticked - This option is required for models that use OBD2 engine data protocol. You can see it your model requires OBD2 data by checking the Engine Data Type' in the Bin File Details. If your model shows the Engine Data type: "OBD2 - CAN", then you will need to tick this option, and save to the Log Box.
CAN Logging = not ticked - This is a troubleshooting option that you may be asked to use by the Woolich Racing Support Team. Please do not tick this option unless asked to by one of our Support Technicians.
After making changes to the the Start Log Configuration, be sure to click the Save button so that the settings are written to the Log Box.
If all options set to 0 or unticked, the Log Box will start recording data as soon as power is supplied (ie. when the key is turned).
After the Log Start Configuration has been set, you can disconnect the Log Box from your PC, and connect it to your Bike harness. You should then start the bike engine, and check the LEDs on the Log Box - the green and orange LEDs should flash quickly, and the red one should flash briefly every few seconds. This indicates the Log Box is receiving data, and recording it to the micro-SD Card.
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| Copying Maps to another Part Number |
Disclaimer:
Woolich Racing provides hardware and software solutions for writing tune files to ECUs. Every ECU has a unique part number which is how we identify them and tell the difference between various ECUs. It is critical that the file written to the ECU exactly matches the ECU part number, writing a file intended for a different part number to the ECU could damage it permanently.
If you have tuned a bike and would like to reuse the maps contained in the bin file on a different model, it is possible to do this using the Woolich Racing Tuned software as described below. Please note that you must ensure that any maps copied to a different ECU part number are compatible with that bike. Woolich Racing takes no responsibility for potential damage resulting from writing incompatible maps to an ECU.
How to copy maps from one ECU to another:
If you have a tuned file with a different ECU part number, you can copy the mapping and settings to another part number in the Woolich Racing Tuned software.
This will allow you to use one tuned file for many different part numbers, as in the case of a mail-in flashing service. Alternatively you can move your tuned maps to a new part number, or a new bin file of the same part number. This can be useful if your ECU has been recalled, and you now have a new ECU part number, and you want to write it with your existing tuned file.
There are two methods for completing this, they are described in detail below and also shown video tutorials by clicking on the title for either method.
- You can copy the maps/settings across by opening two instances of the software, and opening your existing tuned file in one, and the NEW Part Number in the second.
- Copy the Map Unification settings (Click on 'Configuration') to the new part number, to match your original tuned file’s settings.
- Open the same map in both bin files one by one, and copy across all of your values. Just click any cell in the tuned map, and press CTRL+A (select all), then press CTRL+C (copy). Then in the new part number, click into the top-left cell of the same map, and press CTRL+V (paste).
- Do this for each map you have adjusted, then save the new file to your PC.
- Close the WRT software and restart, so you only have 1 WRT running, and write it to the updated ECU.
- To use the Compare function, Open the new bin file in the software, and then click File menu > Open Compare File, and select your tuned file
- Select the first map that you would like to change and select the '% Trim' or 'Value Trim' tab, this shows the difference between the two files.
- Change all the % Trim/Value Trim values to - this means the values will be the same as for the Compare File opened earlier.
- This means you are changing the new Bin File maps to be 0% different from the tuned file maps, so you are effectively changing the new bin file to match the tuned 'Compare' bin file.
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| How to compare bin files and copy maps |
In the WRT software we have a feature that allows you to directly compare the maps in two different bin files, as long as they are for the same model.
The differences can be simply shown as a number (ie. 0 = no change) or as a percentage (eg. +5% means an increase of 5 percent). This makes it easy to compare between different tune files but can also be used to copy maps from one bin file to another.
This video explains how this feature can also be used to copy values from the 'Compare' file to the file that is currently open in the software. Please watch the video below to learn more about this feature.
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| Can I return my tuning/maps to stock after using your products? |
The Woolich Racing Tuned software allows you to modify the original stock maps by writing your own tune data to the ECU. If you make some changes that you want to undo (eg. poor performance or engine light error) it is always possible to return the tuning, maps, settings, etc back to the stock condition. This means that all maps will be the same as they were when the bike came from the factory
At any time you can open a new stock bin file in the Woolich Racing Tuned software as follows: - Click on the 'New' button
- Select your model, year, part number and click New
- Write the bin file to your ECU to return it back to the ECU's stock tuning and maps
- Note: This will NOT remove your Woolich Racing Bin File Key
You will be able to continue tuning and writing to the ECU after writing a stock file to your ECU. This is useful if you are having an unknown issue, and wish to remove all your changes from the ECU to troubleshoot. Another useful alternative is to return a specific map back to stock, while leaving other maps unchanged, this is described below. Putting a particular map back to stock: If you just wish to put the values in any particular map back to stock values, you can also simply go to the 'Value Trim' tab on a map, select all your cells (Ctrl+A), click the 'Set' button and enter '0'. The Value Trim map shows your changes from the stock map, therefore setting all of the Value Trim cells to 0 will return it to the original values.
NOTE:
This is not to be confused with the 'Return to Stock' function found in the 'Tools' menu, which returns the ECU to 100% factory form and will remove the existing Bin File Definition Key from your ECU. This function is only to be used under the direction of the Woolich Racing Support Staff, ie. requested to use it in a Support Ticket.
Using Tools > Return to Stock removes all Woolich keys and code from the ECU including Race Tools keys. To write to the ECU again after using Return to Stock, you will need to purchase a new Bin File Key, Race Tools key, etc.
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| Do I need to Login to the Woolich Racing Tuned (WRT) software each time I open it? |
You will need to login to the Woolich Racing Tuned software when you initially download and install the software. This login is the same one that you use to access the Woolich Racing website. When you first login you will also be required to read through our Software Licence Agreement and then click 'I Agree' in ordeto complete the login process.
You typically do not need to login each time you open the software, but you may be periodically asked to login after a software update.
If you choose the Account menu > Logout option, then you will need to login the next time you start the WRT software.
When logging out, all stock bin files are removed, and when you start the software again, and login, you will need to re-download them to the software.
To download Bin Files and Keys after logging out, and back in, you need to click: Account menu > Download Bin File Definitions, and Account menu > Download Keys.
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| Will Woolich flash my ECU for me? |
Woolich Racing offers hardware and software solutions to allow users to read and write to motorcycle ECUs, thereby applying a 'tune' for a specific motorcycle. Woolich Racing does not flash ECUs for customers.
Woolich Racing creates the hardware and software for you, or tuning shops, to tune ECUs.
You can either purchase your own tuning kit as listed on the products page and tune the ECU in your motorcycle yourself, or we can help you find a local tuner or even a tuner who accepts ECUs via the mail and flashes them with their own specific mapping.
If you'd like us to find you a tuner, please provide the year, make and model of your motorcycle along with your Country/State/City/ZIP code and we will endeavor to make recommendations for Woolich tuners in your area.
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| Can you tell me how to tune my bike? |
Woolich Racing has a dedicated Support Team that provides customers with free support for the software and hardware supplied by Woolich Racing and through our distributors, but it is up to you, or your tuning provider to decide how to tune your bike.
We provide the software and hardware tools that enable you to modify the tuning maps and settings in your bike's ECU, but only an experienced tuner can give you advice on what those modifications should be, based on their knowledge and years of experience.
Every bike is going to respond to tuning differently, we can't give you an exact value to add 'X' degrees ignition, or 'Y' amount of fuel, to bike 'Z'. Every bike is affected by fuel and timing changes differently, and things like the type of fuel used along with the quality of the fuel, octane rating, custom modifications, ambient temperature, altitude, conditions of the spark plugs - all of these factors impact the tuning.
Therefore we cannot provide exact map values that you should use on your bike - the only way is to make a change, test, observe the results and repeat testing until you find what your bike is happy with.
If you would like we can provide you with a list of Woolich Racing Tuners in your area, please let us know your Country, State, City, and Zip code.
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| I wrote the Wrong Part Number to my ECU, and have errors |
You must use the correct matching ECU Part number always.
There are many points to catch this error before the ECU write will start. - You can check the physical ECU casing.
- You can connect to the ECU and use Tools > Read ECU Part Number. (best option as you can't get it wrong)
- You can search in the software for that part number to confirm what definition (model) it belongs to.
- When clicking write ECU, you are also presented with a checklist that you must confirm that you have actually done those checks before continuing.
If you ignore all those things, and just auto-agree to the checks without doing them, and write the wrong part number to an ECU, we are unable replace the Key if you already agreed that you had done these checks (when you obviously have not)
It is a simple matter to check before flashing and it is fortunate that in most cases it will not be a catastrophic loss, but it can be. ECU's can be very temperamental, and do not like being flashed with the wrong part number, and it is very possible to brick the ECU, which then requires further costs to fix, or replace it.
The end result is that the tuner AND Woolich Racing both get blamed for the bricked ECU.
We will not return Keys that have been incorrectly flashed to an ECU. This is to encourage better responsibility and due diligence, and to avoid damage to both our business' reputations.
Please be very careful, as simple mistakes can cost both the tuner and Woolich Racing, much more than the cost of a key.
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| Derestricting A2-LAMS models |
The WRT software gives you access to stock bin files rather than modified/unrestricted bin files.
If you are looking for information on de-restricting A2 or LAMS bikes, we recommend that you speak to a local Tuner/Tuning Shop. They will be able to give you advice on what can, and can not be done, as well as relevant information regarding your local laws.
You can have them safely de-restrict the bike if it is possible, assuming that you are licensed to ride a full-power unrestricted model.
Not all restrictions are ECU-based, this means that de-restricting a specific bike might not be possible at all with the WRT software
In recent years all manufacturers have been slowly locking down the restricted ECU's to stop anyone de-restricting them and riding an A2/LAMS model 'unrestricted'. There has been an increasing number of accidents resulting in injury or death where the investigation has revealed that the A2/LAMS model has been de-restricted, the rider was inexperienced and therefore put in a dangerous situation.
We do not advise any owner with an A2/LAMS model bike to 'de-restrict it' as they will find they are no longer covered by insurance, and may be liable for any accident that occurs (depending on local laws). There may also be legal requirements for you to notify your local vehicle registration body of the change.
In short, de-restriction is not what our software is designed for. Woolich Racing products are intended for RACE USE on CLOSED CIRCUIT ONLY.
We do not condone an A2/LAMS rider riding a full power model. This can put an unlicensed rider in a dangerous, or unlawful position.
If you have now obtained your full-power unrestricted licence, then you should really be looking at a factory full-power bike. Another alternative is to approach the manufacturer about a full-power ECU swap. This may or may not be available as an option depending on availability and the relevant laws in your country.
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| 2015+ Yamaha R1 Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) Maps - Basic Guide |
This video contains basic information about the introduction of the Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) to the 2015+ Yamaha R1 models. It explains the introduction of new maps related to the ETV and how they can be modified in the WRT software.
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| 2015+ Yamaha R1 Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) Maps - Advanced Guide |
This video contains advanced information about the introduction of the Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) to the 2015+ Yamaha R1 models. It explains the introduction of new maps related to the ETV and how they can be modified in the WRT software. It continues on directly from the basic guide (see link below) and covers the use of 'Other Maps' to eg. adjust ETV response for individual gears.
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| How to write to BMW ECU's |
In order to write to BMW ECU's you first need to read the ECU part number using the Woolich Racing Tuned (WRT) software. The ECU part number for these BMW models is NOT written on the outside of the ECU case or label, which is why we need to read it with the software.
In order to read the ECU Part Number and Serial Number you will first need a Bin File Key for this model, allowing you work with this ECU in the WRT software. If you do not have a Bin File Key already, you will need to purchase or allocate a key for the same model in the software from your Account page ( Customer Login).
**NOTE: Before you allocate a Bin File Key please check the build date of the bike/ECU, as most BMWs built after June 2021 are not currently supported and are still in development. The label on the outside of the BMW ECUs shows the manufacture date as shown below:
Once you have a Bin File key then you need to download the key and the new definitions to your computer running the WRT software as shown in the screenshots below.
In the WRT software menu first select 'Account' > 'Download Bin File Definitions' and wait for the process to finish, then select 'Account' > 'Download Keys' and allow the process to complete.
The Bin File Definition and Bin File Key will then be available to you in the software, and you can open one of the part numbers for this model in the software as shown below. - In the Main WRT screen click on the 'New' button
Select your bike Manufacturer/Model/Year and click the New button as shown below. You can select any of the ECU part numbers, as long as the Manufacturer/Model/Year are correct as we are going to read the correct ECU Part Number at the end of this process. Click the 'New' button to open this Bin File. Select Tools > Read ECU Part Number and Serial Number as shown below
The software will read a small part of the ECU to identify the Bin File in the ECU.
If it is not yet supported in the software, the software will ask you to read out the full ECU, and send the bin file to us via the software. Follow the prompts to read the full ECU, and then fill out the form with the ticket number and send it in.
You should also create a ticket to let us know that you have sent us a bin file for addition into the WR software.
If it is supported, you will be asked if you want to open a new bin file, click yes.
For the BMW's you can only write to the ECU with the same file that you read out of it. You must READ ECU and follow the prompts to read out the ECU and save the readout file.
Once the read is finished click 'File' > 'Save', and save the file as your MASTER BACKUP file.
Then click Save again, and save it as your TUNING file.
You must only use this saved Tuning file for tuning/setting changes, and writing back to the ECU.
Ideally, you should save a new copy of the tuning file each time you flash to the ECU, so you can always go back a step if needed.
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