VRider Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Since fuel prices are rising like crazy, just wanted to see if everyone could give their little tips or tricks on how to get better MPGs. I know different bikes are different with fuel consuption and tanks are different sizes, but just whatever anyone wants to write could help all of us. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoda Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Several things influence mpg, the biggest one being load. 1, Ensure that the tyre pressures are correct and kept on the high side for best economy 2, Make sure the chain/belt drive is not too tight 3, Don't drive on the choke 4, Keep the bike weight to the minimum 5, Keep your speed down unless you have a full fairing, aerodynamic drag causes high fuel consumption, not high speed 6, Do not accelerate hard, it's a waste of fuel 7, Do not fit a low back pressure exhaust system, as this will allow unburnt fuel into the exhaust 8, Drive smoothly, brake gently and think ahead, as this will increase your mpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Openroad Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Since fuel prices are rising like crazy, just wanted to see if everyone could give their little tips or tricks on how to get better MPGs. I know different bikes are different with fuel consuption and tanks are different sizes, but just whatever anyone wants to write could help all of us. Thanks! Do items 5 to 8 , with all due respect, you might as well trade in the bike for a Smart car. I want FUN FUN FUN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilninggas Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 not sure wat gas prices are like in the US at the mo, but just done a quick check and US gallon (3.8 litres) of premium unleaded petrol/gasoline in the UK costs $8.32 (approx) last time i was in the states it was about 3.25USD. The UK really is a rip off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtBunni Posted March 21, 2008 Share Posted March 21, 2008 wow! I think I'll stop my bitching when gas goes above $3.00. Man, if gas ever gets that high I might just slit my wrists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7omly Posted March 21, 2008 Share Posted March 21, 2008 Dirtbunni mate you would slit your wrists if you lived in the UK. I worked it out at todays rates a gallon (4.54 litres) in the Uk costs the equivalent of 10.52 aussie dollars. Enjoy your riding while you can. Now you know why we are whinging Poms, LOL. All the best 7omly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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