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Biker Biggles · 26-06-18, 10:51 AM

I would add to that-------ride at the speed where the bike is comfortable to keep in top gear without labouring. Normally about 50-55 mph
Avoid braking. Anticipate needing to slow down and let the bike lose speed naturally. Braking generates heat which is wasting fuel you have just used to accelerate and then maintain a speed. Chain tension and lube.

26-06-18, 10:51 AM	#13
Biker Biggles Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Barnet Herts Posts: 5,068	Re: More ridiculous mpg figures (AL7) I would add to that-------ride at the speed where the bike is comfortable to keep in top gear without labouring. Normally about 50-55 mph Avoid braking. Anticipate needing to slow down and let the bike lose speed naturally. Braking generates heat which is wasting fuel you have just used to accelerate and then maintain a speed. Chain tension and lube. __________________ On a clear day we stand there and look further than the ordinary eye can see.