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User Manual
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American Micro-Fuel Device
2181 Buchanan Loop, Suite 8
Ferndale, WA, 98248, USA
More Power t More Mileage t A Better Ride
Toll Free: 1.866.930.2930
http://americanmicrofuel.com
American Micro-Fuel Device
2181 Buchanan Loop, Suite 8
Ferndale, WA, 98248, USA
More Power t More Mileage t A Better Ride
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 3
Congratulations and thank you for your
decision to purchase RideMaxx, the
World’s most advanced and only wire-
less, digital micro-electronic fuel injection
controller (EFI) designed specifically for
your motorcycle.
is Quick Start Guide will easily direct
you through the few installation steps
required to get you on your way to enjoy-
ing the riding improvements and benefits
of your new RideMaxx fuel injection
controller.
Before installation, please register your
RideMaxx with us either online at our
website (americanmicrofuel.com), or by
mailing in the provided postage-paid
registration card. Whoever fills in their
new product registrations—you ask?
is we appreciate, but it is important.
As you further the benefits of using your
RideMaxx fuel controller, your registration
will have been necessary for you to enjoy
the included and more advanced levels
of performance tuning. Your specific
RideMaxx registration number, its serial
number, can be found either on your-
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warranty registration card, or located on
the bottom side of the FuelMaxx (Yellow
ECU module). Please retain this number
for your records.
To validate your warranty registration
must be completed within 30 days of your
purchase.
We ask that you please take the time
to accurately fill in the questions in the
registration process—they only take a
few minutes of your time, and will help
AMFD provide you with the excellence
of customer service, advanced tuning
and the support that you should expect.
is is important, so please register your
RideMaxx with us.
Enjoy your RideMaxx EFI controller, we
sure enjoy ours—and thank you so-much
for your business.
—e AMFD Team
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 5
Your Parts:
1 FuelMaxx ECU Module
1 RideMaxx Locking Nameplate
2 FuelMaxx Bolts
1 RideTuner Handlebar Unit
2 RideTuner Handlebar Bolts
1 CR2 lithium Ion Battery
2 Handlebar space reducer gaskets
(for 1″ Handlebars)
1 RideMaxx Hex Driver
(double ended)
1 RideMaxx Software CD
1 RideMaxx Decal
1 AMFD Decal
In The Box
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RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 7
Installation
Contents
Using RideMaxx 23
Exit Notes
FuelMaxx Installation For Softails 10
FuelMaxx Installation For Baggers 12
RideTuner Installation 18
Finishing Installation 22
Installing New Maps 24
RideTuner Battery 25
FCC and Bluetooth 26
Notes 28
Warranty 30
FuelMaxx and RideTuner Overview 8
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FuelMaxx and RideTuner Overview
RideMaxx: The FuelMaxx
The brain of the RideMaxx performance EFI control system
As the core of the RideMaxx fuel-
management system, FuelMaxx does the
heavy lifting. It is programmed to offer
you the best possible riding experience
without sacrifices. It is engineered with
your specific needs in mind.
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 9
RideMaxx: The RideTuner
Your wireless control of the FuelMaxx module
RideMaxx leads the EFI control industry
with its wireless RideTuner which mounts
directly onto your handlebar. It is your
direct means to select from three separate
options (Maxx Fuel, Maxx Power, and
RideMaxx Auto) built into the FuelMaxx
module.
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Softail FuelMaxx Installation
FuelMaxx on Softails
The ECU Plug-in Module Installation for Softails
1. Remove your seat by unscrewing the securing bolt.
—Consult your bike’s manual for your specific seat removal instruction.
Prior to installation, please ensure that the ignition of your bike is turned off.
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 11
2. Using a 3/16˝ Allen Wrench, unbolt
all four ECU bolts and remove the ECU
while still attached to the ECU connector.
—Consult your bike’s manual for your specific
ECU removal instruction.
Softail install continued on page 14…
Ensure the ECU tray is located
at the maximum height on the
fender. is allows for needed clearance of
the FuelMaxx module. To do this, loosen the
bolts with a 3/8˝ wrench and slide the tray
up the fender. Retighten the bolts once in
position.
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Bagger FuelMaxx Installation
FuelMaxx on Baggers
The ECU Plug-in Module Installation for Baggers
1i. Open your right side saddle bag and turn the two thumb screws to loosen and
remove the saddle bag. is allows access to the cowling beneath and ECU in turn.
—Consult your manual for specific bag removal instruction.
Prior to installation, please ensure that the ignition of your bike is turned off.
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 13
2i. Remove the side cowling that is
behind the right side saddle bag to gain
access to the ECU.
2ii. Using a 3/16˝ Allen Wrench,
unbolt all four ECU bolts and remove
the ECU while still attached to the ECU
connector.
FuelMaxx Installation14
3. Unclip the Delphi connector that plugs into the ECU.
—Squeeze the release tab and wiggle it off.
Continued FuelMaxx installation…
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 15
4. Remove the RideMaxx locking
nameplate from the FuelMaxx module
using the included 1/16˝ hex driver. en
plug FuelMaxx into the ECU as shown.
5. Plug the ECU connector into
the open side of RideMaxx FuelTuner.
Ensure a tight fit is achieved and the
release tab clips to FuelMaxx.
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6. Using a 3/16˝ Allen Wrench, bolt
the ECU back down to the ECU tray.
Softail Installation
Remounting the ECU and FuelMaxx
Consult your bike’s manual for your specific ECU reinstall instruction. Ensure
a tight fit to the ECU tray and the nameplate is seated flush and bolted securely.
Warning—Do not overtighten. Stripping inserts voids warranty.
7. Using the included driver, replace
the RideMaxx locking nameplate.
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6i. Using a 3/16˝ Allen Wrench, bolt
the ECU back down to the ECU tray.
7i. Using the included driver, replace
the RideMaxx locking nameplate.
Bagger Installation
Remounting the ECU and FuelMaxx
Consult your bike’s manual for your specific ECU reinstall instruction. Ensure
a tight fit to the ECU tray and the nameplate is seated flush and bolted securely.
Warning—Do not overtighten. Stripping inserts voids warranty.
RideTuner Installation18
RideTuner Installation
The handlebar-mounted control module installation
1. With the included RideMaxx 3/32˝
driver, remove the two bolts holding the
RideTuner together.
2. Separate the bottom half from the
top half without bending and remove
both semi circle gaskets.
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 19
3. Remove the rubber battery retainer
by gently peeling to expose the battery
tray inside. Insert the battery.
4. Place the tray liner back into the
battery tray of the RideTuner.
Note—polarity indication is in the battery tray for proper battery orientation.
Properly align and seat the rubber liner edges to secure a water tight fit.
Your battery is not under warranty; consult the warranty(pg.30) for details and the
battery information(pg.25) for acceptable replacements.
RideTuner Installation20
• For 1 inch handlebars replace the included
semi-circle reducer gaskets. ey are slightly
oversized for a proper compression fit.
• Where any cabling on your handlebar is
an obstruction, it may be necessary to trim a
small section of your reducer gasket to allow
the cable to pass through your RideTuner.
5. Adjacent to the switch housing, attach
the RideTuner around the handlebar for
a loose hold. Position the button faces for
your desired orientation.
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 21
6. With the included RideMaxx 3/32˝ hex driver replace both bolts.
Ensure a tight fit is acheieved with tight pressure on the gaskets.
Warning—Do not overtighten. Stripping inserts voids warranty.
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Finishing Installation
1. Without starting your bike, turn
the ignition switch from OFF to
IGNITION.
2. Observe the three LEDs on the
FuelMaxx ECU module:
—e red LED indicates your FuelMaxx
has power.
—e blue LED indicates your Bluetooth
enabled connection is active.
—e green LED indicates your Fuel-
Maxx is in wireless communication with
your RideTuner.
3. Observe the LED on the RideTuner
handle-mount module:
—Press the PWR button for a red indica-
tor (MaxxPower).
—Press the PWR button again for a blue
indicator (RideMaxx Auto).
—Press the ECON button for a green
indicator(MaxxFuel).
—Press the ECON button again for a
blue indicator (RideMaxx Auto)
If all three FuelMaxx light indicators are
indicating and the RideTuner toggles ride
options RideMaxx is fully functional.
Replace your seat and bolt (Softails) or
cowling and saddlebag (Baggers).
Congratulations, RideMaxx is installed!
Finishing Installation
Testing your FuelMaxx and RideTuner modules
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 23
Using RideMaxx
The Power and Economy settings on the RideTuner
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Using RideMaxx24
Installing Maps
Using a Bluetooth enabled device to install maps
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RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 25
e included RideTuner Lithium Ion 3v
CR2 battery has a minimal usage time and
is not under warranty; due to the constant
communication between your FuelMaxx
module and RideTuner the included
battery’s charge may be depleted quickly.
Replacing your battery will extend usage
time to up to 6 months.
Replacement CR2 batteries are commonly
available at major retail stores from popular
brands such as Duracell, Energizer and
Panasonic; they are often referred to as
CR2 Photo or Camera batteries.
Capacity and length of usage may vary
from battery to battery. A battery’s mAh
rating is a general guide for which batteries
last longest.
RideTuner Battery
About your battery and replacing it
CR2 3v Litium Ion Battery
Duracell 925mAh
Kodak 850mAh
Energizer 800mAh
Panasonic 750mAh
Fuji—rechargeable 250mAh
Capacities may vary—use this chart
as a rough guide only.
Exit Notes26
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RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 27
Part 15.21
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
NOTE: e manufacturer is not respon-
sible for any radio or TV interference
caused by unauthorized modifications to
this equipment. Such modifications could
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC Disclaimer
Exit Notes28
Notes
Keep track of your map upgrades or record your performance gains
RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 29
Warranty
How AMFD takes care of you
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Exit Notes30
Serial / Registration Number: