Gas mileage---again!

motomi1 · 06-16-2012, 11:01 AM

Did a small run with the Vaq and kept speed to 70 by speedo (probably closer to 65) and 2500 rpms. Computer showed 51.1mpg which I knew was optimistic so I checked with gallons used and miles-- 101.1 miles and 2.155 gallons of mid-grade for a mpg of 46.91. If the miles are close this mileage is the best yet (10,000 miles on bike) and proof that riding reasonably will give pretty fair mileage. I am running a Thunder air kit, V&H slip ons and a PCV with a personalized map (thanks AzCruzer). The above combination plus the RacnRay throttle mod has made me very, very happy with this bike!

**ringadingh** · 06-16-2012, 05:07 PM

If you can get 200 miles or close on a tank I'd say you are doing well.

bouson · 06-16-2012, 09:46 PM

I run premium in mine and get around 40 mpg around town. Haven't done a longer ride yet.

azcruizer · 06-17-2012, 12:16 AM

Hey Mike, thanks for reminding me about the map I downloaded to your PC5...the bill is in the mail :)

motomi1 · 06-17-2012, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by azcruizer

Hey Mike, thanks for reminding me about the map I downloaded to your PC5...the bill is in the mail :)

so's the check!

natwilli · 06-17-2012, 11:01 PM

I recently added the PCV to my Vaquero and my fuel mileage took a big dropped unfortunately. I am running a K&N filter and V&H slipons. Any suggestions or maps I might could try?

motomi1 · 06-18-2012, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by natwilli

I recently added the PCV to my Vaquero and my fuel mileage took a big dropped unfortunately. I am running a K&N filter and V&H slipons. Any suggestions or maps I might could try?

The basic map I started with was from Dynojet: 2011 Vaquero Vance and Hines slash cuts and stock air filter.
I do not run a stock air filter! I have a Thunder K&N setup using the right side stock air cleaner cover. This map was modified by AzCruzer and it works well for my bike (I also run a RacnRay throttle mod). Keep in mind that each bike is slightly different and what works well for one does not necessarily work well in the next one. Time and modifying a map that you start with can yield good results.

natwilli · 06-18-2012, 10:31 PM

Could you email that map to me so I can try it out?

redjay · 06-19-2012, 07:04 PM

Me too please.

motomi1 · 06-20-2012, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by natwilli

Could you email that map to me so I can try it out?

Do you have the Dynojet program installed on your pc?
I think you have to have the program to recieve the map.
I tried to send it to someone yesterday and it would not go through.

motomi1 · 06-20-2012, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by redjay

Me too please.

ditto on the above answer

06-16-2012, 11:01 AM	#1
motomi1 Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 64	Gas mileage---again! Did a small run with the Vaq and kept speed to 70 by speedo (probably closer to 65) and 2500 rpms. Computer showed 51.1mpg which I knew was optimistic so I checked with gallons used and miles-- 101.1 miles and 2.155 gallons of mid-grade for a mpg of 46.91. If the miles are close this mileage is the best yet (10,000 miles on bike) and proof that riding reasonably will give pretty fair mileage. I am running a Thunder air kit, V&H slip ons and a PCV with a personalized map (thanks AzCruzer). The above combination plus the RacnRay throttle mod has made me very, very happy with this bike! Login or Register to Remove Ads Last edited by motomi1; 06-16-2012 at 11:04 AM.
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06-16-2012, 09:46 PM	#3
bouson Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 227	I run premium in mine and get around 40 mpg around town. Haven't done a longer ride yet. __________________ My friends call me KC!! Wichita, KS VBA #02089 Previous Bikes: 75 Yamaha 175 09 Vulcan 900 Classic 11 Vulcan Vaquero *Harleys:* 75 Sportster XLCH 84 Sportster 1000 85 FXRT 79 Low Rider
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06-17-2012, 12:16 AM	#4
azcruizer Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 133	Hey Mike, thanks for reminding me about the map I downloaded to your PC5...the bill is in the mail :) __________________ Jim Lohman Gilbert, AZ 2013 Vision Tour 2011 Vaquero-sold
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06-17-2012, 11:01 PM	#6
natwilli Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Jamesville, NC Posts: 14	I recently added the PCV to my Vaquero and my fuel mileage took a big dropped unfortunately. I am running a K&N filter and V&H slipons. Any suggestions or maps I might could try?
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06-18-2012, 10:31 PM	#8
natwilli Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Jamesville, NC Posts: 14	Could you email that map to me so I can try it out?
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06-19-2012, 07:04 PM	#9
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,929	Me too please.
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