Trike MPG - What to expect?

[msocko3]

Well, That was a try to see if it increased my fuel mileage. I am on my way back from Sturgis and have been averaging 25mpg, running 5 over the speed limit everywhere except SD, where I ran 80 and lower mileage. However, I started having some clutch slippage, and had it replaced today. My mileage seems to be higher, only 1 tank today so too soon to tell. I think I was losing some HP with the clutch slipping.

The ride to and from the Black hills can be a real fuel burner. Run speeds of 80 mph and buck nasty head winds just makes the mpg go in the toilet. I can remember in 2008 making that ride on 2 wheels, caught some nasty head winds which made the mileage go from 40 mpg down to 28 mpg, this was on my -06 Ultra which at the time was 95". Every Harley in the group had their mileage tank badly, the lone Wing didn't get hit near as bad.

[FuzzyWuzHe]

Not to mention the clutch slipping is a mileage/power thief.

[GoSlo]

Just did a three day ride all along the western slope of Colorado this past weekend. I rode 1044 miles. The guy I rode with had 1090 miles. We started and finished up at the same place, so you'd think the mileage would be closer. So I either got better mileage than I thought, or his was worse than he thought. I know the odometer varies a bit from bike to bike, but this seemed a bit much. I was going to compare my odometer to my GPS but forgot to set it up before we left each morning.

If you get out to Colorado, don't miss riding through the Colorado National Monument just outside of Grand Junction. Lived in Colorado for over 40 years and always thought it was just a statue or something, so I never bothered to see what it was. Man, was I wrong!! It is absolutely beautiful. The other road we toured was 141 and 90 around Gateway and Paradox, on the far western edge of Colorado. Almost like you were riding at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Can't wait to get back out there again and see what other roads I've been missing.

Sorry, but again no pictures. I don't seem to ever take any on my trips for some reason.

[FuzzyWuzHe]

Just did a three day ride all along the western slope of Colorado this past weekend. I rode 1044 miles. The guy I rode with had 1090 miles. We started and finished up at the same place, so you'd think the mileage would be closer. So I either got better mileage than I thought, or his was worse than he thought. I know the odometer varies a bit from bike to bike, but this seemed a bit much. I was going to compare my odometer to my GPS but forgot to set it up before we left each morning.

If you get out to Colorado, don't miss riding through the Colorado National Monument just outside of Grand Junction. Lived in Colorado for over 40 years and always thought it was just a statue or something, so I never bothered to see what it was. Man, was I wrong!! It is absolutely beautiful. The other road we toured was 141 and 90 around Gateway and Paradox, on the far western edge of Colorado. Almost like you were riding at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Can't wait to get back out there again and see what other roads I've been missing.

Sorry, but again no pictures. I don't seem to ever take any on my trips for some reason.

Dang ... that's in my back yard ... I look at that and the Grand Mesa every day, should of let me know .. would of rode with ya.

[GoSlo]

Dang ... that's in my back yard ... I look at that and the Grand Mesa every day, should of let me know .. would of rode with ya.

Next time we get out there, I definitely will get in touch with you beforehand. Definitely want to go back and spend more time looking around and smelling the flowers, so to speak.

We were kind of on a "mission" this trip because we had to get to specific places for a 36-Stops in Colorado contest our dealership is having. Could have done it in 2 days, but wanted to try to enjoy the ride so we stretched it into three days. To get my last few stops, we had to go to Glenwood Springs, Buford, Colorado National Monument, Paradox, Bedrock, Lizard Head Pass, Mesa Verde, and then over Wolf Creek. For those that complete the challenge, they give you a really nice challenge coin.

[FuzzyWuzHe]

Next time we get out there, I definitely will get in touch with you beforehand. Definitely want to go back and spend more time looking around and smelling the flowers, so to speak.

We were kind of on a "mission" this trip because we had to get to specific places for a 36-Stops in Colorado contest our dealership is having. Could have done it in 2 days, but wanted to try to enjoy the ride so we stretched it into three days. To get my last few stops, we had to go to Glenwood Springs, Buford, Colorado National Monument, Paradox, Bedrock, Lizard Head Pass, Mesa Verde, and then over Wolf Creek. For those that complete the challenge, they give you a really nice challenge coin.

Kewl ... sounds like a hoot.

[GoSlo]

Kewl ... sounds like a hoot.

Here's what the challenge coins look like.



I picked mine up Tuesday when I turned in the book with all 36 stops completed. It's a great series of rides because it takes you all over the state and most likely, a few places you haven't been before. One of my favorites was Manasas, where Jack Dempsey was born. Tiny town, but they have a museum there inside the house where he grew up. Maybe a 20' x 30', one-room cabin. 10 people lived in it, 2 parents and 8 kids. It's no wonder he grew up tough!!

[FuzzyWuzHe]

That's pretty slick ... all my dealer does is poker runs and bar b ques

[alsdeb]

I've got a 2010 TG and only get 25 mpg (consistently). I have decatted header pipe, but otherwise, she's bone stock. Is there something I'm missing or need to do since we replaced header pipe?

[rhino 2]

I've got a 2010 TG and only get 25 mpg (consistently). I have decatted header pipe, but otherwise, she's bone stock. Is there something I'm missing or need to do since we replaced header pipe?

It does seen low at 25mpg's... What type of driving do you do...
ie. Highway, And at what speeds... ? City... A lot of short trips/idling ??
Also how many miles are on the Trike..?

[Sully]

I've got a 2010 TG and only get 25 mpg (consistently). I have decatted header pipe, but otherwise, she's bone stock. Is there something I'm missing or need to do since we replaced header pipe?

Have you done a Re-Tune May need to. I stay off interstates, drive the speed limits and go easy on the throttle. I'm getting 32/34 mpg.

[alsdeb]

It does seen low at 25mpg's... What type of driving do you do...

ie. Highway, And at what speeds... ? City... A lot of short trips/idling ??

Also how many miles are on the Trike..?

I don't ride it a lot. Usually 20 or so miles at a time, but now and then 100+ or more. Not much idling; country roads. I usually run 65-70 mph. No matter, I still only get 25.

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Have you done a Re-Tune May need to.

I stay off interstates, drive the speed limits and go easy on the throttle. I'm getting 32/34 mpg.

We live in the country, so no interstate driving normally. What do I need for a re-tune? That's probably a strange question, but I don't know.

[67wizard]

I get 35-40 mpg running two up highway 65-75 most of the time. Fullsac header and crossover SE air cleaner with K&N filter, SE pro tuner, Rienhart mufflers. Very happy camper.

[alienwulf]

two up getting 36.3 I am fine with that for the weight of a trike and an 80".

[Gorilla]

besides a tuner you might be keeping the rpms to low. you should try and keep it above 2500 rpms or you are lugging it. bad for the motor and gives terrible gas mileage

[Zammy]

Ours is bone stock right now with only 5 k miles on it and we're getting 32-34 riding two up all the time.

[bronxbill]

2013, running VIED's Screamin' Eagle slip ons and Kuryakyn air cleaner. Getting 33 to 34 mpg consistently

[rhino 2]

Looking back at your post.... You say decatted the header pipe..... How did you do it?.... Did you get it all out?
Could be you have a blockage in the pipe...Just guessing with the limited info... ;i.e. How is the Trike running, How many miles are on it?????

[Mykneesbehurtin]

2016 Tri bone stock over all mileage is about 32,so i see that you want to keep the rpm around 2500.I will try that and see what i get on my next tank,will be decatting the head pipe next week an SE mufflers stock air box will upgrade air box with a good tune next spring.

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Looking back at your post.... You say decatted the header pipe..... How did you do it?.... Did you get it all out?
Could be you have a blockage in the pipe...Just guessing with the limited info... ;i.e. How is the Trike running, How many miles are on it?????

I have a jig i use to cut them in the middle then using a drill remove all the cat them weld them back together.

[CJAC]

My stock 2015 was averaging 28-30 mpg. Installed Fuel Moto ceramic head pipe, Stage 1 A/C with stock cover, Rinehart slip-ons, and PV Tuner. Mileage jumped to 38-40 mpg.