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What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
Is there an average MPG for the R* for me to see if I'm in the ballpark with my bike? I know alot has to do with mods, i.e. air filter, pipes, windshield, driving habits etc... I got 41 MPG on a ride this past weekend. I'm happy with that if that is "normal", but if I can get more, I'll try to get it. Here's what I've got... '03 1600,cobra pipes,K&N air, windshield, saddlebags, engine guards(BIG Yami),Passing lights. I'm figuring that all the add-ons lower the mileage somewhat. As for the carb. All I know is that the main is a 165, PMS 2½ out. What is everybody else getting???
 
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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
on the highway I'm in the 43 / 44 mpg range.
 
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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
I had the all the silverado accessories on my bike and riding 2 up gas was about 42/43mpg. Removed all those silverado items and crashbar and riding 2 up now is 52 mpg.
 
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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
same here even with my fairing....40 - 43 depending on how hard i crank the throttle
 
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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
07 Silverado taking it easy 60 to 70 mph I got 47 mpg. If I get on it, it has gone as low as 35. (that's really gettin on it though)
 
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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
03 Silverado windshield. passing lamps, hard saddlebags, 42.5MPG.

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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
Mostly backroads, some city some interstate consistently 44. My scooter is heavy, mostly stock and thats mostly 2 up. And oh yeah I dont abuse the old girl but i'm not afraid to burn out either. Sounds like your good to go. Later, Vick
 
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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
Yeah I'd say you doing pretty good. I'm getting about 37mpg right now, and I don't have any cruising parts such as bags or a windshield. And that's on the highway!
 
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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
I'm getting about 40 when I am riding distance. Not bad for hauling my big butt around!
 
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Re:What's an average MPG??? 5 Years, 1 Month ago  
Last year was 44-45. Don't know about this year after trimming the choke knob yet.
 
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