Fuel economy of a Motard?

[Sparky Bills]

How do they compare to a normal road bike?

Im going through a few options, and this will be one of the main questions.

[SimJen]

Not sure about economy, but be aware of the servicing costs for a high spec motard. They can be costly to run as some are pretty highly tuned.

[Ghost Lemur]

That question is like asking the fuel economy of a sportsbike?

Highly dependant. Depends on the bike. Though even at worst, I'd say they're no worse than your average sportsbike.

[cowpoos]

big trailies can be thirsty...depends on the spec and the bike...but compared to your hon-duh...probally use a lil more gas...servicing ain't cheap though bro...

[Dazza]

Not that economical,depends on how much you twist the throttle (they love to go fast),and definately no easier on road tyres,I bought one kidding myself it would be easier on tyres compared to my road bike and that was a big crock !!!

[Hellraiser]

I'm going to do a complete write up later but the new XT660X that i just bought has really crap fuel ecconomy currently i'm only getting 150km before it hit res which is to be expected as it is a thumper ..... lol

[Sparky Bills]

I'm going to do a complete write up later but the new XT660X that i just bought has really crap fuel ecconomy currently i'm only getting 150km before it hit res which is to be expected as it is a thumper ..... lol

But how much fuel does it hold?

Im working off a bike like an xr650 or similar.

[merv]

As an example my WR which is only a 250 drinks gas faster on the road than my VFR750 does in the 15 - 20 km/litre range. With taller gearing maybe it would ease that a bit.

Lower spec dirt bikes like our DR650, XR250L and XT250 are quite light on gas doing between 25 - 30 km/litre.

[skelstar]

Specs say 15 litres (XT660X).

[Sparky Bills]

Just need somthing thats going to take the brunt off my real bike. Will be used for commuting etc. So no hard riding or anything like that, just a bit of fun on Piekok hill.
Ive done 24000km's on the cbr since October last year.

[sAsLEX]

Not that economical,depends on how much you twist the throttle (they love to go fast),and definately no easier on road tyres,I bought one kidding myself it would be easier on tyres compared to my road bike and that was a big crock !!!

You talking about that stone throwing Duke of yours? I would say the torque aint freindly to the tires, plus you aint no slouch so that never helps tire life

[spudchucka]

But how much fuel does it hold?

Im working off a bike like an xr650 or similar.

My XR650 does about 110Km (road riding) before the reserve kicks in, thats about 8 litres. Its been fully uncorked & re-jetted. I have no idea what a standard XR would do but I'd suggest its quite a bit better than that.

[Biohazard]

My mistake...read the topic incorrectly..thought it read "Fuel economy of a Retard".

[slick]

I have an XR650 in motard trim, I get about 120Kms to reserve (10ltrs) and can usually guarantee 150kms before it runs dry. After the usual sportsbike diet (blades, R1s, Dukes etc.) the XR uses about the same fuel, doesn't shred tyres as fast and is much more fun grunting around town. Maintenance is easy, check valves and change oil every 1000kms both simple jobs to do yourself. I looked at Husabergs and the like but they need crazy amounts of maintenance. Only 'issue' is getting it started!

[spudchucka]

I have an XR650 in motard trim, I get about 120Kms to reserve (10ltrs) and can usually guarantee 150kms before it runs dry. After the usual sportsbike diet (blades, R1s, Dukes etc.) the XR uses about the same fuel, doesn't shred tyres as fast and is much more fun grunting around town. Maintenance is easy, check valves and change oil every 1000kms both simple jobs to do yourself. I looked at Husabergs and the like but they need crazy amounts of maintenance. Only 'issue' is getting it started!

Where did you go to get your motard parts for the XR?

Mine starts up no worries. If its cold I put the choke on full, roll over to just past TDC, kick and it will usuallyl tick over a couple of times. Then move the choke to the second position, kick just past TDC again and it fires up, let it idle while I put on helmet & gloves then turn off the choke and ride.