Tuning with LC-1

[newb]

Ok, a couple of questions. Please bear with me...

I purchased a LC-1 and gauge. I will be installing it this weekend. I have the Data logging flasher from Smithabusa (awesome to deal with and great customer service). I have played with the auto tune using the stock sensor but not comfortable with using it to tune WOT at high RPM. I have the install and connection directions but I want to know a few things.

1. After tuning with the WB o2, do most of you go back to using the stock o2 or leave it off?

2. The WB o2 can be wired into the ECU but do you leave it in or remove it after tuning (after monitoring the tune for a while)

3. is there any advantage to leaving it vs removing and running on tune alone?(other than the obvious ability to monitor AFR)

4. Last but not least, How much is the life of the o2 sensor cut short by being left in the exhaust and using it all the time?

Thanks for the help and if the answers are elsewhere, please point to me to the right thread and call me stupid.

 

[newb]

Thanks for all of the responses. you guys have been very helpful!

 

[bigjack7679]

Lmao, i have no clue. Wish i could help. Somebody who knows what they are talking about please comment

 

[Professor]

I don't have a Gen II so I can't answer the first 3. The sensor with the LC-1 is the same sensor used in automotive applications. It should last way longer than most will ever ride on a bike. I’d just guess and throw out 75k-100k miles. Mine has been on the bike 5 years but it has not seen much action the last 2.

It does have to be connected and powered or it will reduce the life. Also leaded fuel and some additives will shorten the life considerably.