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Old 07-24-2006, 10:43 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Bike: 94 Honda CBR 600 F2
Location: Oregon
Posts: 47
Default Why is my MPG so low???

It has been said that my bike should get 80+ MPG; however, I've been getting 50-60. I don't ride rough and I don't go above 45 mph. However, my commute to work goes through some hilly roads, but when I go down, I coast.

I also maintain the proper tire pressure (check it every other day).

At first I thought my idle was too high, so I adjusted it lower. I've been using regular unleaded gas. However, my last fill-up I decided to go with premium to see if it helps my mileage.

Does anyone have any suggestions or tips for me to imrove my MPG or why it is so low?? Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!