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Expected Gas Mileage

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by jchalo99, Jun 3, 2013.

  1. jchalo99

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    I'm just wondering what people are getting for gas mileage? It really doesn't bother my what it is because i just enjoy the ride, but i want to see how my bike compares.

    Also is there any way to use a gas gauge on an 81 xj550? or a mileage gauge?
     
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    52+ on mostly rural roads.
    And, yes - I tend to ride like your grandfather (but with intermittent bursts of throttle/testosterone). There's something very attractive about the Maxim's high-RPM, "jet on runway" vocal signature.
     
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    I get on average 40-45 mpg with my 83 xj750mk. However I always ride it like I stole it. The only time the RPMs drop below 5k is when I come to a stop. :-D
     
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    I have the same bike ('81 xj550 maxim) jchalo99, and get anywhere from 50~53 mpg on rural roads as well. Its not as high in the city obviously, however, one time in the hills of southeastern Ohio I got over 60+ because of coasting a lot I think.

    cdilmore clearly read my mind with his last sentence. these bikes have a great ride to them once you give 'em a chance & they run properly.
     
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    so my 40mpg isn't bad, but needs improving. i am starting maintenance that has been forgotten by previous owner, so that should help alot. but i completely understand the "jet on runway" explanation, i couldn't figure out a way to describe the sound to my mother, but that is it.
     
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    52 ~ 56mpg for a properly tuned, stock 550.
     
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    50 mpg all the time on my stock XJ750 Maxim. Just did 500 miles over the weekend and the only time it dropped to 47 mpg was when the riding got a little "spirited".
     
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