Dynostar

[L.T.]

Mike, I was curious if you have heard of the Dynostar (www.dynostar.com) dynomometer? If you have, I was wondering what your thought's are on it compared to the Dynojet? My local tuning center is getting one and say's that it is better than the Dynojet that they currently use. Just wanted to know if I should have my bike tuned on the "time tested" Dynojet or try the new "technology" of the Dynostar. Thank's for any help that you are able to provide!

[L.T.]

Hello, Hello, is this thing on? LOL.

[Mike]

Yep, were on. I cannot always reply in a timely manner due to racing or sometimes I may want to do some research before answering a question. But it still is less time than waiting for a periodical (I think!?).
I reviewed the Dynostar and do not see where it is "new" technology, just someone else's version of existing product, in that it is an enertial chassis dyno. I have no doubt it is a very good unit but appears to be for the European market. As dyno's go, so long as everyone is measuring drum mass the same way and using the same mass vs time formula's then the measurements should result in the same hp/tq numbers. The real differences will be in the software's usability and data collection abilities. Another thing to consider is the tech/parts support. Calling to Germany with questions may not always be conveniant. When dealing with a less established product, the learning curve may be greater and that tech support more important. Last, when using the same test equipment as others, comparisons are less likely to be questioned (which is precisely why we purchased a Dynojet [in addtion to the learning curve being less than a Superflow] but would not mind having a Superflow for it's greater data collection capabilities). But hey, nothing ventured-nothing-gained so sometimes we have to try new products to maintain a lead on others or to differentiat ourselves.
Thanks, Mike