The Maptuner NANO is already a first-choice go-to for instant plug-in horsepower.
But last week, things went next-level when it was announced on social media that an update to the newly-released version 37 Firmware for the Maptuner Nano NB3 provides removal of the restrictive GPS speed control function on US and Canadian Sea-Doo 2018~24 300 hp models and all 325hp models.
According to the post, the Speed Control Override delivers significant increases in top speed with the stock ECU.
It is noted that “Touring Mode” can be manually selected after start-up.
Additionally, no Tuning License is required to utilize important features, and best of all, the firmware update is completely free for those who have purchased the associated Maptuner Nano (BRP).
Within hours of the post going live on social media, posted by Maptun Powersports and shared by several online sources, including GreenHulk PWC Performance Store, The Watercraft Journal noticed a number of comments and posts by experienced racers industry gurus about the potential this update would make available in the impacted PWC models. However, WCJ also, within those first hours, received several inquiries from less experienced racers and new riders, asking, essentially, “what does this mean, and is it something I need.”
To answer those questions, and more, WCJ turned directly to the experts, and spoke with RIVA Racing Operations Director Mike Hodges.
WCJ: I’m sure a lot of our readers are very familiar with the Maptuner Nano, and aware with what this firmware update offers, but for those who may not be as conversant in the benefits, can you tell us exactly what it is this Firmware update accomplishes?
MH:
Hodges explained the reasoning behind manufacturers installing the limiters, which is mandated by US government regulations
MH:
He added that the practice of a private owner overriding the limiter, appears, from review of the statutes, to be permitted, especially for competitive riders, which this product is mostly geared toward.
Hodges stressed that the firmware update is a simple process that requires no mechanical knowledge, and he pointed out that the Maptuner Nano App is compatible with both Android and IOS.
In addition to being a simple process, the update comes directly from Maptuner and the update is free of charge.
He explained that this particular Firmware update, to version 37, was specifically aimed at the SCOM functionality, but mentioned that an inconsistency with the use of a feature allowing the system to start in “Sport Mode” has been rectified.
Stepping back from discussion about the upgrade, Hodges said a lot of customers overlook the ability of the Maptuner Nano NB3 to offer live monitoring, and to read and clear fault codes.
Hodges explained the relationship between RIVA and Maptun.
What’s more, this update is now automatically included when purchasing the Maptuner Nano, either directly from RIVA Racing, or through the GreenHulk PWC Performance Parts store, and the Maptuner Nana NB3A, which was out of stock for a short time, is expected to be back in stock this week.
Following is the data released by Maptun Powersports on the firmware update to version 37 Firmware:
Maptuner Nano (NX3 & NB3) Firmware Update 37
New features
- NB3 only: Added SCOM (Speed Control Override Module) to all Sea-Doo 325 watercrafts (all regions, not only US/CA. This is a plug-and-play feature that removes the speed limiter on the watercraft when the Maptuner Nano NB3 is connected. You don’t need to reflash the ECU but your Maptuner Nano NB3 needs to run this firmware version (37) or newer for this feature to work.
- Both NB3 and NX3: Fault Codes Manager, Monitoring and Start in Sport Mode is now available for Sea-Doo 325 with any Maptuner Nano running the latest firmware (does not require a tuning license).
Update firmware using the MyMaptuner App for iOS or Android.
For more technical data and information, the MapTuner Support page offers a wide variety of informational modules, including guides, instructions, comparisons and more.
A similar post from GreenHulks touted the same firmware update. You can see the full post below:
Maptuner posted a firmware update Monday night that enables the Nano BRP (01-NB3A) to function as a SCOM on U.S. & Canadian 325hp Sea-Doo RXT & RXP models. All U.S. & Canadian customers that received a Nano BRP module prior to today only need to synchronize their Nano with the MyMaptuner app on their mobile device to activate the SCOM functionality. After today, all Nano BRP modules we receive and ship will include the SCOM functionality for U.S. & Canadian models.
We also updated our Sea-Doo 325 Stage 1 Kits, consolidating them into one page for each model that utilizes the Maptuner Nano BRP and as a SCOM module. We will continue to offer the 325 ECU Speed Control Override Service separately for customers that wish to go that route, but it is no longer included as part of either of our Sea-Doo 325 Stage 1 Kits. If you have any questions please let us know. Thanks!
