Do you go 200 miles before fill?
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From: Stanwood, WA
Do you go 200 miles before fill?
OK, I'm satisfied with the answers I got from the group regarding inaccuracies of the fuel gauge. So if I did my math correctly and believe the owners manual, If I'm getting 53 mpg, and "use" 4 of the 5 gallons in the tank, I should be able to go 200 miles easy regardless of the gauge or the fuel low light. Agree? So how many of you go 200 + before stopping?
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RE: Do you go 200 miles before fill?
Do I go 200 miles before a fill? NO. I average right around 40-42 mpg, mostly in town riding. It is probably higher on the highway, but with a 5 gallon tank, I am not gonna push the issue, just to see if I can get 200 miles on a tank.
I usually stop at about 160-175 and fill up.
I usually stop at about 160-175 and fill up.
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2005
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From: Titusville, FL
RE: Do you go 200 miles before fill?
I was getting high 40's. Then I changed pipes,Stage 1 SERT Cams Fuel Processor, etc. I now get mis 30's if I keep it under 80.
I am actually thinking of buy a new Harley and leaving it stock!
I am actually thinking of buy a new Harley and leaving it stock!
Road Master
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From: Western PA
RE: Do you go 200 miles before fill?
Has anyone else noticed that HD has changed themiles per gallon to 45 highway? Check the HD website.
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Road Warrior
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RE: Do you go 200 miles before fill?
Man I've been getting around 43 taking it easy and stopping around 180 miles. That was with stage1 and rhinhearts TD's. Now I done a 9.75 CR 98" kit with cams and head work. But I'm hoping with the ThunderMax that I don't lose much on milage. [
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From: Russellville, Arkansas
RE: Do you go 200 miles before fill?
My 1998 FLHTCUI gets around 53-54 on the highway while twoup riding. I have gone 243 milesonly once because there were just not any gas stations. I put in like 4.60 gallons though...I was just about running on fumes. The fuel light was on for MANY miles and I was beginning to panic.
I typically get gas 150-200 miles...I need a break anyway sometimes. I also feel comfortable around 200 miles anyway.
I typically get gas 150-200 miles...I need a break anyway sometimes. I also feel comfortable around 200 miles anyway.
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From: North Jersey
RE: Do you go 200 miles before fill?
I average about 45 mpg and have gone to 185 miles when the fuel light came on, so I know I can get 200 miles or more on a full tank. However, the mileage can vary quite dramatically depending on speed and terrain. I usually don't push it till the light comes on. I fuel up at about 160 miles indicated on the trip, or about 1/4 tank. I find my Electra Glide's fuel gage to be fairly accurate. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones.