05 gas milage for the search impaired

RED'05 MEANIE · 05-01-2005

yes I seem to be search impaired...lol I know I read a great post here on verious milage and when your fuel light goes off.... but now I cant seem to find it...

I am getting right at 30 mpg.... and my fuel light is going off right around 85 to 90 miles into a tank. Do these numbers jive with any other 05 MS owners? I know ride styles vary, and I am still in the break in... just wondering where others are at....

thanks
Paul

MK592 · 05-01-2005

I'm getting near the end of my break-in period. I've been getting anywhere from 30-36 mpg (just filled up today and got a little over 32). As for my fuel light, I'm right where you're at. I've heard mileage goes up along with a "smarter" fuel light after a couple thousand miles are on the odo. Here's hoping.

jnk · 05-01-2005

my 04 normally comes on strong about 120 mi into the tank and i normally get around 37 mpg if the wind isn't to bad

T-man · 05-01-2005

You guys need a tune up!! My 2001 1500 Classic FI with V&H straight shots, PCIII, and stock intake got 47 mpg today on a 250 mile trip. Two weeks ago, I went to Washington DC, 1230 miles, two-up with luggage and clocked 48 mpg. Ran highways and interstate 65-70 all the way.

ppark · 05-01-2005

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Originally Posted by T-man

You guys need a tune up!! My 2001 1500 Classic FI with V&H straight shots, PCIII, and stock intake got 47 mpg today on a 250 mile trip. Two weeks ago, I went to Washington DC, 1230 miles, two-up with luggage and clocked 48 mpg. Ran highways and interstate 65-70 all the way.

It's not easy to go that slow with a Mean Streak.

I usually do 80-90 on highways and interstate and get around 38 MPG.

The low fuel light seems get better as you accumualte mileage. However, I noticed that everytime I change my TFI setting, the low fuel light goes back to what it used to do (i.e., comes on too early) and gets better as I ride more. Perhaps the low fuel light is somehow integrated into the FI.

*pitchinguy* · 05-01-2005

Don't got a meanie but do got a 05 1600 classic. According to my owner's manual, the fuel light comes on when about 1.2 gal of fuel is left which is just slightly less than 1/4 tank.

Don't know but wouldn't think the meanie would be much different?

Cheers

RED'05 MEANIE · 05-01-2005

thanks guys, and as for a tune up... in about 100 more mi's I will get my first service done...lol I guess its cool that the light learns when to come on... just stinks that I am getting a pc put on and the light will have to relearn....lol...

thanks again all

tdaugharty · 05-01-2005

Does anyone produce a fuel gauge for the MS?

Chromequeen · 05-01-2005

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Originally Posted by ppark

It's not easy to go that slow with a Mean Streak.

Hehehehe.... Good one Park!

kingofwings · 05-01-2005

My light comes on about 90-100 miles. I've always (pre-post mods) gotten 38-42 mpg. Depend on if someone is chasing me.......

ppark · 05-01-2005

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Originally Posted by Chromequeen

Hehehehe.... Good one Park!

It's all true.

Phatboy · 05-01-2005

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Originally Posted by pitchinguy

Don't got a meanie but do got a 05 1600 classic. According to my owner's manual, the fuel light comes on when about 1.2 gal of fuel is left which is just slightly less than 1/4 tank.

Minus 1/2 gallon for the space the fuel pump takes up.

msharc · 05-02-2005

I have an '04 Mean Streak and I get about 40mpg. I have a PCIII and a set of Bub straight pipes. My light seems to come on at about 100-115 miles. But I still have probably about .5 to .7 of a gallon left, if the manual is right that I have a 3.7 gallon tank.

ppark · 05-02-2005

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Originally Posted by msharc

I have an '04 Mean Streak and I get about 40mpg. I have a PCIII and a set of Bub straight pipes. My light seems to come on at about 100-115 miles. But I still have probably about .5 to .7 of a gallon left, if the manual is right that I have a 3.7 gallon tank.

I thought it had 4.5 gallon tank.

deniska · 05-02-2005

I used to have a fuel switch on my Yamaha -- It had three positions: On, Off, and Reserve. In the "On" position, it would use up 3/4 of the tank, so if the engine cut off then, I'd switch to Reserve and I'd know I should fill up soon. I guess the fuel light on the Meanie serves the same purpose, but I liked the switch -- it made it difficult to ignore low fuel warning after the engine cut off

RED'05 MEANIE · 05-02-2005

Yeah, and not to mention, with sun glare sometimes it is easy to miss the fact its lit up.... guess thats why they give us such an early warning...lol

grandpawmoses · 05-02-2005

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Originally Posted by deniska

I used to have a fuel switch on my Yamaha -- It had three positions: On, Off, and Reserve. In the "On" position, it would use up 3/4 of the tank, so if the engine cut off then, I'd switch to Reserve and I'd know I should fill up soon. I guess the fuel light on the Meanie serves the same purpose, but I liked the switch -- it made it difficult to ignore low fuel warning after the engine cut off

Fuel injected engines should not be run until they're dry. I think that's the reason for the "low fuel" light instead of a reserve switch.

*ispeed77* · 05-02-2005

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Originally Posted by grandpawmoses

Fuel injected engines should not be run until they're dry. I think that's the reason for the "low fuel" light instead of a reserve switch.

you beat me to it David !

MeanieRider · 05-02-2005

Red '05 Meanie - I have an '03 Mean Streak and found that mileage does increase as the bike gets broken in. Also, the fuel light takes longer to light. When I first got the bike the fuel light went on at about 90 miles, now it goes on at about 125 to 135 miles or so. IMO I think 30 miles per gallon sounds low, unless you're really riding it hard, and it doesn't sound like you are if you are in the break in period. I typically get about 42 to 45 mpg, but have gotten as low as 38 mpg. I guess you could see if it gets better on its own or ask your dealer about it when you bring it in for service.

saxman · 05-02-2005

I've got and 800 classic and got ~ 42-43 mpg for the first 1000 miles. Recently at 1900 miles I changed to a synthetic oil. I'm curious as to how other 800 owners do with respect to gas mileage and how oil type and sprocket changes have affected your results. It is puzzling to me how a Toyota Prius can get 47-50 mpg on the highway (only using the gas motor) while a 56 hp / 520 lb bike won't do as well. Curious to read your analyses and experiences. I've learned much since joining and thanks for your input.

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RED'05 MEANIE Finally Got Into First Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 68	05 gas milage for the search impaired yes I seem to be search impaired...lol I know I read a great post here on verious milage and when your fuel light goes off.... but now I cant seem to find it... I am getting right at 30 mpg.... and my fuel light is going off right around 85 to 90 miles into a tank. Do these numbers jive with any other 05 MS owners? I know ride styles vary, and I am still in the break in... just wondering where others are at.... thanks Paul

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MK592 Top Gear Full Throttle BTK Expert Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 315	I'm getting near the end of my break-in period. I've been getting anywhere from 30-36 mpg (just filled up today and got a little over 32). As for my fuel light, I'm right where you're at. I've heard mileage goes up along with a "smarter" fuel light after a couple thousand miles are on the odo. Here's hoping. __________________ '05 KLR650 '06 Honda ST1300 '06 Honda Big Ruckus

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T-man Deerslayer & BTK Expert Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 1,266	You guys need a tune up!! My 2001 1500 Classic FI with V&H straight shots, PCIII, and stock intake got 47 mpg today on a 250 mile trip. Two weeks ago, I went to Washington DC, 1230 miles, two-up with luggage and clocked 48 mpg. Ran highways and interstate 65-70 all the way. __________________ T-man VROC #12333 2005 V2K Ltd 2001 1500 Classic FI http://www.geocities.com/tensman_99/mcpics.html

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pitchinguy I miss Deron. Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Virginia Posts: 8,747	Don't got a meanie but do got a 05 1600 classic. According to my owner's manual, the fuel light comes on when about 1.2 gal of fuel is left which is just slightly less than 1/4 tank. Don't know but wouldn't think the meanie would be much different? Cheers __________________ *LIGHT ENGINEER Todd's Body Paint Team* *Black 1600w/apes* aka Scooter

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kingofwings R.I.P. Deron Harden Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Honesdale, PA Posts: 2,694	My light comes on about 90-100 miles. I've always (pre-post mods) gotten 38-42 mpg. Depend on if someone is chasing me....... __________________ *I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.*

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jnk Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 872	my 04 normally comes on strong about 120 mi into the tank and i normally get around 37 mpg if the wind isn't to bad

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RED'05 MEANIE Finally Got Into First Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 68	thanks guys, and as for a tune up... in about 100 more mi's I will get my first service done...lol I guess its cool that the light learns when to come on... just stinks that I am getting a pc put on and the light will have to relearn....lol... thanks again all

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tdaugharty Sit speling cheker BTK Expert Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 427	Does anyone produce a fuel gauge for the MS?

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msharc Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 32	I have an '04 Mean Streak and I get about 40mpg. I have a PCIII and a set of Bub straight pipes. My light seems to come on at about 100-115 miles. But I still have probably about .5 to .7 of a gallon left, if the manual is right that I have a 3.7 gallon tank.

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deniska Aspiring slowpoke Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Posts: 369	I used to have a fuel switch on my Yamaha -- It had three positions: On, Off, and Reserve. In the "On" position, it would use up 3/4 of the tank, so if the engine cut off then, I'd switch to Reserve and I'd know I should fill up soon. I guess the fuel light on the Meanie serves the same purpose, but I liked the switch -- it made it difficult to ignore low fuel warning after the engine cut off __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Mean Streak 1600 www.CruiserCustomizing.com/deniska

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RED'05 MEANIE Finally Got Into First Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 68	Yeah, and not to mention, with sun glare sometimes it is easy to miss the fact its lit up.... guess thats why they give us such an early warning...lol

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MeanieRider Turtle Wax Taster BTK Intermediate Join Date: May 2004 Location: Suburb outside Philadelphia Posts: 186	Red '05 Meanie - I have an '03 Mean Streak and found that mileage does increase as the bike gets broken in. Also, the fuel light takes longer to light. When I first got the bike the fuel light went on at about 90 miles, now it goes on at about 125 to 135 miles or so. IMO I think 30 miles per gallon sounds low, unless you're really riding it hard, and it doesn't sound like you are if you are in the break in period. I typically get about 42 to 45 mpg, but have gotten as low as 38 mpg. I guess you could see if it gets better on its own or ask your dealer about it when you bring it in for service.

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saxman Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 25	I've got and 800 classic and got ~ 42-43 mpg for the first 1000 miles. Recently at 1900 miles I changed to a synthetic oil. I'm curious as to how other 800 owners do with respect to gas mileage and how oil type and sprocket changes have affected your results. It is puzzling to me how a Toyota Prius can get 47-50 mpg on the highway (only using the gas motor) while a 56 hp / 520 lb bike won't do as well. Curious to read your analyses and experiences. I've learned much since joining and thanks for your input.

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