Fuel???
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From: el paso
Fuel???
So what kind of fuel do you guys run in your bike, reg mid or prim ? I was told to run prim but really what is the difference from any of the 3 does it help with mpg or does it burn better or is it just a bunch of hype??
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Octane_rating
I use premium, that's what's called for and that's what the engine needs.
I use premium, that's what's called for and that's what the engine needs.
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If in doubt, check your Owners Manual.
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I've always run premium. I guess because the higher octane for hotter spark (may be BS). At Laughlin River Run, we found a Texaco in Bullhead City that had 107 octane premium and quite a line waiting to get some. It was like running rocket fuel in my little Evo.
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Money down the drain and lost performance to boot.
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Octane_rating
I use premium, that's what's called for and that's what MY engine needs.
I use premium, that's what's called for and that's what MY engine needs.
Not all Sporties require or need premium fuel.
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From: Wisconsin
I would encourage guys to read that article about octane rating though. Once you understand what it is, you'll understand why you need what you need, why you don't what you don't, and what happens when you compromise.