This summer I finally purchased the ATV I’ve always wanted: a 2011 Outlander Max 650 XT.
I was in the market for an 800 XT (non-max), but this one came up at auction for a price I couldn’t turn down. Being a former provincial vehicle it didn’t see any off-road abuse, or much use at all really. Part of what drew me in was the 2700 KM on the ODO. What I didn’t realize until I brought it home was all the idling it saw.
Now at 3300 KMs, it burns enough oil to notice a drop between oil changes, and has a small tick I’m suspecting is a work timing chain guide. Not a big deal, I have lots of time before the start of the season to tear everything down, and it was cheap enough I don’t mind putting a little money in. That’s not why I’m bothering you fine people today.
I found a complete top end off a 1000 for sale locally, and the seller is willing to part with the low milage pistons and cylinders for a good price. After some research I’m finding that these pistons and cylinders would convert my motor to basically a stock 800. Since I’m tearing things down anyway, I figure I might as well upgrade. The only problem is providing additional fuel.
I’m looking for stock 800 numbers/tuning, but I’m having trouble finding a tuner that will convert my ECU to basically a stock 800 ECU, and used ECU prices seem ridiculous.
Are there any tuners that could do this, or would my best bet be to hold out for a good deal on a used ECU?
Thanks!
