C-bus Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 Put it in 6th and you will save some real gas. Crazy fast is just a downshift or two away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FZRMatt Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 I know it's not a CBR, but my '94 FZR can get 200 (about 51 mpg) miles to a tank if I take it easy. I am good for 160 - 170 before flipping to reserve if i am running it a little harder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FZRMatt Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 Doesn't anyone know how to divide, to get accurate mpg? 120, 130,150 miles/tank is all relative isn't it? Not all tanks are the same sizeMe personally, I get between 38-42 mpg. Don't ALWAYS go straight to 6th on the highway. Nice to have the power on tap when neededHow do you not have power on tap at highway speed in 6th gear? At 75 mph I'm right in the middle of the RPM range (about 6k RPM) and just getting back into the meat of the power. With the twist of the wrist I'm at 1.85$ standing on the pegs flapping my arms like some kind of wounded chicken. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 How do you not have power on tap at highway speed in 6th gear? At 75 mph I'm right in the middle of the RPM range (about 6k RPM) and just getting back into the meat of the power. With the twist of the wrist I'm at 1.85$ standing on the pegs flapping my arms like some kind of wounded chicken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 Engine sounds fine and for being stock, I like being able to have some power while on the hwy to get away from asshats. Average speed is like 70-75Fair enough, with my gearing and type of engine, getaway power is just a twist of the wrist away, I'm only 1500 rpm away from peak torque at that speed. LolHow do you not have power on tap at highway speed in 6th gear? At 75 mph I'm right in the middle of the RPM range (about 6k RPM) and just getting back into the meat of the power.You can't compare your older FZR to the newer bikes. First, the older bikes didn't rev nearly as high to make peak power. I'm guessing the FZR peak power is around 11k? The new motors make peak power at close to 16k. Also, the gearbox is totally different. Our gearboxes, my Mille included, use a standard ratio whereas newer bikes use a close ratio box. The difference in gearing means in 6th gear on the highway where you and I might be right near the start of our power curve, these guys have thousands of rpm to go before starting to climb up the same curve, usually necessitating a downshift or two to get there faster. You damn kids and your 80 mph 1st gear ratios... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jblosser Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 ...With the twist of the wrist I'm at 1.85$ standing on the pegs flapping my arms like some kind of wounded chicken.Cops are doing this now? Sweet. ...quoted for future IAD inquiry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idodishez Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 IF you need "more power on tap" on the freeway...you aren't paying attention.Elaborate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted June 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2011 IF you need "more power on tap" on the freeway...you aren't paying attention.I'm paying attention its the distracted driver that worries me. I've had people just merge into my lane and having the added power helps to getaway. Yes, you'll still have power in 6th but not the acceleration that your hoping its gonna be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FZRMatt Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 Cops are doing this now? Sweet. ...quoted for future IAD inquiry...Sure I do, but it's only when I'm riding my bad ass super trick Suzuki Ninja 250! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imprez55 Posted June 20, 2011 Report Share Posted June 20, 2011 I don't know much I get because I almost always fill up around 120mi. I'm not sure a gas station will be around after that distance. So how many gallons are you using? I got 38mpg with about 0.5gal of bad gas, and 3gal of 89 octane out of my '03. If you want fuel efficiency, you trade performance. I am in 6th always on the freeway in the 7-7.5k rpm range, and on city streets I keep it at 5-6k rpm to keep the stator charging, thats my only requirement. A downshift or two is a at most a second away, then I have plenty of power. Besides, my first instinct in dealing with distracted drivers is not acceleration. I would think a quick flick and deceleration would be safer.If you want better fuel efficiency, jack up the tire pressure a few psi (you can get harder tires too, but thats at a limiting returns probably), ride lower in the rmm range, dont accelerate hard etc. Basically, take away anything you desired when getting the bike. The double R doesn't stand for fuel economy or commuting, so you are pretty much stuck where you are at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Just trade in for one of these flying couches I ride - onboard fuel mileage calculator shows I can be comfy while holding steady easily around 110-120 and still manage 35-37mpg (indicated) at around 7-7.5k in 6th gear. At 80 the ZX14's about 4-4.5k at 37-39mpg (indicated) - at 80 in 6th, getting good draft from a leadfooter, and it runs about 45-48mpg (indicated):D - not sure how accurate the calculators are, especially when you play with gearing/mapping but relative enough to know its a bit of a trade off between cc's/mpg's/gear ratio's/fuel capacity.......I get the sames miles to a tank, but not as good of mileage compared to a small caliber bike - but sportbikes are built to burn shit up......fuel, tires, and roads - so dont worry about saving some gas money or going further on a gallon - if thats your primary concern, put a 10 tooth on the rear idle across the country! :D:D:D Have a safe trip man!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 Sure I do, but it's only when I'm riding my bad ass super trick Suzuki Ninja 250!I detect some jealousy...I'm at about 180 miles on this tank. I was SURE I would hit reserve on the way home, but I didn't! I'll fill it up in the morning (or the following, depending on the rain) and calculate my MPG's. Also, to the OP, I would encourage you to get out and ride in the rain on the freeway, on purpose some more before heading out on that trip. I know you weren't very comfortable riding in the rain on the photo hunt, and the chances are good that you will hit rain while out on your trip. It took me a while to get comfortable riding in heavy rain, and even still I don't corner very hard in the rain (not saying that I do on the dry roads either.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironbuttwannabe Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 Don't twist throttle past 1/4 turn, add bigger front sprocket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wicked94s10 Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 riding mine hard I have to get gas between 200-225 miles about that time im ready to take a five minute break anyways Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alienpi Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 You're miles per gallon on the highway may change significantly based on your average speed. I can get 45 - 50 mpg (indicated) at 80 -90mph, but at 55 - 60 mph I get 5 - 10 mpg less. And based on my experience I can get an extra 50+ miles out of a tank when it's just highway. Of course, my fuel tank is approximately five and a half gallons, so you might only get 40 miles extra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadyone Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 The way i'm geared 70 MPH is 7000 RPM. i think i get about 35 MPG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 I just checked this morning. It looks like I'm at a consistent 53 MPG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Das Borgen Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 Definitely. Lower RPMs = better gas mileage. 6th gear for freeway.up to a certain point onlydon t make me lay down some technical words n shit on you Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBWalker Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 ride like this guy for best MPG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted July 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 I've been getting 150-170 mph out here in Washington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutch Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 I've been getting 150-170 mph out here in WashingtonWill that bike even go 170 mph? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregoR6 Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 Stock gearing on the highway (running 70mph) my R6 did better in 5th gear. I squeaked 48mpg out of it once. After the gear swap it didnt make a difference, 39 mpg no matter what.I'm perfectly fine with a consistant 50 mpg on the flying couch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted July 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 Will that bike even go 170 mph?Ok, ya got me it's suppose to be mpg not mph I was like half sleep if you noticed. on Dyno day top speed was 150 though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutch Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 Ok, ya got me it's suppose to be mpg not mph I was like half sleep if you noticed. on Dyno day top speed was 150 though.Just giving you shit. I'm glad you had a good time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted July 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2011 Just giving you shit. I'm glad you had a good timeOh, I know that. Having some fun out west has been a blast for the most part. Gonna head to the airport in a few hours 5 am flight here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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