Can't get it back into ECO Mode - am I missing a step, or is it dealer time?

[Rusty71]

New 2018 RTL owner with an Eco mode question… not knowing the service history, I left the bike with our local dealer for a safety inspection. Their recommendation was to replace the back tire. We did that. Had the bike out today for the first time after that service, cannot seem to get the bike back into Eco Mode. The manual says to hold the mode switch for a couple seconds… am I missing a step or does the bike need a return trip to the dealer? Oh, by the way I’m really enjoying the ride coming from 2 wheels. Rusty

 

[Snoking1127]

Why would you even want to do that???

 

[EdMat]

No need to hold, just push and release.

 

[Gwolf]

Try push and release the mode button while going down the road at about 45+ MPH.
You won't notice any change in performance, just the small "ECO" will pop up on the screen.
Probably won't notice any change in the fuel economy either. I never use ECO.

 

[Snowbelt Spyder]

New 2018 RTL owner with an Eco mode question… not knowing the service history, I left the bike with our local dealer for a safety inspection. Their recommendation was to replace the back tire. We did that. Had the bike out today for the first time after that service, cannot seem to get the bike back into Eco Mode. The manual says to hold the mode switch for a couple seconds… am I missing a step or does the bike need a return trip to the dealer? Oh, by the way I’m really enjoying the ride coming from 2 wheels. Rusty

ECO Mode slows down the throttle response time and limits total throttle opening to 60%. Is said to cause carbon buildup on valves. Recommend not to use.

 

[Gwolf]

About the only thing ECO mode might be good for is slick roads. Muddy dirt roads or paved roads with water standing. The slower throttle response might help prevent slipping and sliding.

 

[Cobranut]

I tried it when I first got my F3S. It just made a slow bike even slower.
I turned it off and never fooled with it again.

 

[Rusty71]

Appreciate the intel that running in Eco is not recommended. I’m mostly trying to determine if there is an issue here that might indicate a larger problem. Next ride I’ll try Gwolf’s tech at 45 MPH. Rusty

 

[Mrmikey]

I know mine you have to hold it in for a couple of seconds for it to change before you start moving. Can't remember if the engine is running or not, but I think not... maybe! LOL. I used it when I first got mine, but after 1000 KM I turned it off and left it there.

 

[2dogs]

ECO mode is some designer engineer's futile attempt to increase MPG, or simply create a selling point, I think, because it's nearly useless. Mine goes in and out (on/off) with a simple push of the switch. Occasionally, I've noticed that sometimes it doesn't change modes, and if you didn't notice it on the screen, you may never know it didn't change. That's how ineffective it is. You have to experiment with it a lot to ever really know the benefit it can make, because it's very, very my-noot. I've played with it a lot and found its value is difficult to determine. Maybe 2 MPG's over a full tank of fuel if you're careful. I consistently get high MPG's, but if you are quick in the wrist, you'll likely never benefit from using it. I run it 80/90% of the time, but I kick it out in heavy traffic, particularly when I'm passing trucks and slower moving traffic, and when quick throttle response is important. I might add that I run stage II, which is WELL worth the $$$$.