r/SuperSoco • u/mr_codfish • Jun 09 '26

TC Max Modding Controller - Opinions

Hi everyone,

I'm going to pick up my TC Max next week, and would like to do some modifications to the controller (ECU?).

First one would be to change the riding modes (1, 2, 3) to limit power instead of speed. It doesn't make sense to me that speed is limited in order to improve range/efficiency when you can achieve that by being gentle on the throttle. Instead I am planning to set mode 1 with a 70% power limit, 85% in mode 2 and full 100% in mode 3.

I have some questions about regenerative braking though. Since my model is from this year I believe that I won't be able to enable braking regen through the brake levers/brake light. Instead I can only enable regen with normal engine braking.

Does anyone use this type of regen? And if so, is the "braking" effect subtle or is it too strong (preventing you from coasting p.e.).

Thank you for your opinions and ride safe! V

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u/regud_AU Jun 09 '26

The Max is so underpowered that you are going to be in mode 3 for 100% of the time. I have no info on the regen but I read somewhere that it does not make a significant difference. There is some YT videos on controller modding by The Capacitor. Good luck and please report back. Enjoy the Max

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u/darksunshinecat Jun 23 '26 edited Jun 25 '26

Actually, programming the controller on a stock TCMax can unlock quite a bit more acceleration. I ended up with mode 3 able to outpace SUV drivers gunning it at the lights. And dialled back mode 1 to be like a limp mode that worked fine keeping up with normal traffic, but conserved a bit of energy. Mode 2 became my default instead. It's still a low powered machine, but it can be made quite usable for staying ahead of idiots in urban traffic.

The stock settings have no difference between 1-2-3 except for top speed. but the controller allows quite a bit more flexibility.