The ultimate guide · Custom tuning at Cherry
Custom tuning, explained.
G'day. Thinking about moving past the factory settings? Whether you bring your Hyundai or Kia to our Clyde workshop for an in-house tune, or do it yourself from home with an EK1 device, this guide walks through how it all works — the options, the process, and what to expect. No fluff.
Two ways to tune
In our workshop, or from your driveway.
Every Cherry tune is custom — built around your exact car and modifications, not a one-size-fits-all map. Pick the path that suits you; both get the same in-house calibration.
Prefer us to handle everything? Bring your car to our Clyde workshop and our team manages the whole process — from fitting parts to dyno testing.
- Pre-written, options, or full custom dyno
- Parts fitted in the same visit
- Road-tested before you leave
Can't make it in, or prefer to do things from home? Tune remotely with an EK1 device — we calibrate your file and you flash it, with data-logging for revisions.
- EK1 Mini2+ or EK1 Pro handheld
- Read, write & data-log yourself
- Custom tune — revised remotely
In-house tuning
Your in-house options.
Three ways to get tuned at the workshop, from a proven pre-written file through to a full bespoke dyno tune. Lock in your spot and pay your deposit through our booking form.
Starting at $650
What it is — We load one of our well-tested CTxxx pre-written tune files straight into your ECU — the result of thousands of hours of our own development, data-logging and refinement.
What you get — A solid performance upgrade at a sharper price, followed by a thorough road test to make sure everything's running perfectly.
What you don't get — No extra custom options, and no dyno run — so there's no dyno printout.
+$250 to Base Price
What it is — We start with the same proven CTxxx file, then let you pick and choose extra features to personalise it.
What you get — The flexibility to add or tweak popular features (see the tune options page), plus a comprehensive road test.
What you don't get — No dyno session or printout — it's all about adding custom features to a tune we know works brilliantly.
Standard $1,490 / Complex $1,990
What it is — The full bespoke option for anyone who wants complete control and a dyno-verified result.
What's involved — We strap your car to the dyno and build a tune specifically for your car's mods, preferences and condition, adjusting in real time off live data.
The result — A dyno sheet showing peak power and torque — and the peace of mind that your car was tuned exactly how you wanted it.
Remote tuning · EK1
Tune from home, the EK1 way.
The EK1 device is the critical bit of kit for remote tuning. Both models read, write and do the all-important data-logging needed for revisions.
A powerful, cost-effective tool for anyone who doesn't need live gauges or DCT tuning. Handles every essential part of the remote process — flashing tunes and high-speed data-logging.
Does everything the Mini2+ can, plus a built-in full-colour screen for standalone live gauges. It also pairs with the EK1 app (Android) — currently the only way to do DCT tunes. (Newest Bluelink cars need the EK1 V3 — see the EK1 guide.)
How remote tuning works.
Spend credits to request a tune; we calibrate to your car & mods and deliver it in the portal.
Flash it in, data-log a drive, and we revise remotely until it's spot on.
Your Tune, Your Way
Choose Your Options
- Fully Custom Options Set (Pops, Exhaust Flaps, Idle Speed, and More!)
- Different levels of aggression, to suit you and your car
- No two tunes are the same because no two owners are the same, how we tune is up to you
We have a detailed FAQ and tuning guide that breaks down all the available options. Check out the many ways that we can give you exactly what you want.
Read More HerePerformance Packages
Tuning is only half the story
A tune only unlocks what your hardware can give — so why not get your car upgraded at the same time as your tune? With our CT-power packages, you can quickly and easily take your car from mild to wild in one go!
- Customisable options - remove parts you already have installed and still get a package discount
- Choose cost effective pre-written tunes, or go full custom on the dyno
- No hidden costs - Installation is already included in the price
Check out what packages we have available for your car, or build your own package to secure a bundle discount
Read MoreGot Questions?
If all this seems too much, head on over to our contact page and flick us a message, we can help guide you on the right path for your modification journey