I ran the 500i for a few hours and enjoyed it. The obvious down side is to clear any error codes, run factory resets or if you ever change any electrical componentary, it must be plugged in - you’re at the mercy of stihl, if they decide to update and outdate software, parts etc. This isn’t the case with any of their other saws. It got me thinking about what access stihl allow for those who aren’t dealers. I asked my local dealer what the MDG-1 cost and if you need a dealer log in here in Australia.
This was their response. It’s a shame, just like John Deere and the right to repair act.
This is of Feb 2024 and in Australia, YMMV
This was their response. It’s a shame, just like John Deere and the right to repair act.
This is of Feb 2024 and in Australia, YMMV