--- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "thad_carey" wrote: > On 2 previous modified KLRs with aftermarket pipes (no airbox > mod, only K&N filter) the mileage stayed about the same at 45-55 mpg > as a norm. My current A15 with the airbox mod and pipe (w/K&N) also > stays within that range. In reality mileage should not vary that > much if you have the jetting properly tuned to the new performance > mods and air volume--provided you can refrain from twisting the > throttle more vigorously with a peppier modified engine. The bike > gets decent mileage in stock condition, so you're not going to get > much more. I have achieved as much as 60 mpg on a previous KLR a few > times, but it was mainly the driving and road conditions that allowed > those extreme numbers. If one is getting noticeably bad mileage > numbers after some performance mods, it's a good bet your jetting is > not optimum. > Thad Carey > A15 (w/Barbie apparel)
carb mods and mpg
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carb mods and mpg
I think gas quality has something to do with it. The california gas
will give you about 3,pg less than some other state gasoline. and
canada gas will give you about 5-10mpg better
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