New vs. used ECM

[YoDA]

I purchased a crashed Sporty with a missing ECM, and so of course I need to get a ECM to get the bike running. A new ECM costs $350 so I'd like to get a used one if possible. Can I purchase a used ECM (with the correct part number for my bike year) and have a Dealer reprogram it or do I have to buy a new ECM?

[Berserker]

Interesting question.

I don't think so. SERT mate to the ECM, which has VIN # programmed in. If the ECM died, and you already mated it, could cause a problem. I have never done anything with the tuning on a sporty, so I am speaking from my bowels.

Myself, if I saw one used, and price is right, I would.

[TalonChief]

Used will work just fine, but the VIN won't match unless you have someone with a Digital Technician reprogram it. It won't affect operation.